2023 Acura TLX Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
27/100
#9 most-complained of 12 TLX years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2023 Acura TLX has 10 NHTSA complaints, 3 recalls, and a complaint index of 27, ranking 9th out of 12 model years. NHTSA labels it 'Good' relative to other TLX years, with Brakes and Electrical System each accounting for 20% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 24
- 21 city / 29 hwy
Top 2023 Acura TLX problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Other4 (40%)
- Brakes2 (20%)
- Electrical System2 (20%)
- Seat Belts1 (10%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (10%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (10%)
What owners report
- Some owners report sudden loss of power while stopping, with the car shifting into Park unexpectedly and controls blinking before the vehicle shuts down.
- Owners describe a sticky or inconsistent brake pedal feel accompanied by an unusual noise, with dealers and Acura corporate stating the brakes are working as designed.
- Some drivers report the seatbelt alarm continuing to sound after a passenger exits the front seat unless the car is turned off and restarted.
- Owners report that the advertised anti-theft and tracking features fail and that the car's computer can be cloned and driven away without keys in a short amount of time.
- Some owners describe the AWD system failing and reverting the car to front-wheel drive only, causing very slow acceleration from a stop.
2023 Acura TLX recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V332000May 21, 2026Airbags98,892 vehicles
Air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
- NHTSA 25V391000Jun 12, 2025Brakes259,033 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: A brake pedal that shifts out of position can prevent the driver from applying the brakes as intended, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are FLX and XLY.
- NHTSA 24V950000Dec 19, 2024Fuel System167 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2023 TLX vehicles. The fuel filler neck and fuel tank may have been improperly welded, which can result in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is JKX.
2023 Acura TLX fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21 MPG
- Highway
- 29 MPG
- Combined
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,300
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other TLX years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Acura TLX reliable?
- Relative to other TLX model years, the 2023 TLX ranks 9th out of 12 with a complaint index of 27 and is rated 'Good' based on NHTSA complaints and recalls.
- What problems does the 2023 Acura TLX have?
- NHTSA lists 10 complaints for the 2023 TLX, with Brakes and Electrical System each making up 20% of reports, followed by Seat Belts, Suspension, and Transmission & Powertrain at 10% each.
- Does the 2023 Acura TLX have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2023 TLX covering Airbags, Brakes, and Fuel System components, none of which are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2023 TLX compare to other TLX years?
- The 2023 TLX's complaint index of 27 is much lower than the worst year, 2015, which has an index of 100 and is rated 'Avoid'. The 2024 TLX scores lowest overall at 9, rated 'Best'.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Acura TLX?
- The 2023 TLX gets 24 mpg combined (21 city / 29 highway) with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,300 according to EPA data.