Last updated: 2026-04-20

2024 Acura TLX
RELIABILITY SCORE: 80/100 (EXCELLENT)

2024 Acura TLX Reliability Report

The 2024 Acura TLX scores 80/100 ("Excellent") with a complaint rate in line with the Sedan segment average. Data shows 1 recall and 4 owner complaints on record.

Recalls

1

Complaints

4

Complaint Rate

5.4per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

$440

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,750–$3,300

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity71/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs90/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact88/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity73/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Buy

Strong reliability record — a solid choice for buyers.

Top Issues to Watch

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2)
  • POWER TRAIN (1)
  • WHEELS (1)

Generation & Refresh (US)

Refresh Year

2024 received a facelift update for the Second generation (UB5/UB6/UB7).

  • Changes: Updated exterior styling; New infotainment and safety features.
  • Year 4 in this generation (2021–present).
  • 2nd generation TLX (US).

What this means for buyers

Refresh years bring updates but can also introduce new issues. Check early recall data before buying.

2021: Second generation (UB5/UB6/UB7) Launch

Generation start — new platform.

2024: This Model Year (Refresh)

2024 received a facelift update for the Second generation (UB5/UB6/UB7).

Should You Buy the 2024 Acura TLX?

The 2024 Acura TLX earns an Excellent 80/100 reliability score. 2024 received a facelift update for the Second generation (UB5/UB6/UB7).

Its complaint rate is in line with the Sedan segment average (early data). Most owners report a trouble-free ownership experience so far.

A solid choice for buyers prioritizing dependability, new or used.

Compared to the 2025 Acura TLX, which scored the same. See also the 2023 Acura TLX for an earlier comparison.

Pros

  • +Strong reliability score
  • +$299 cheaper to maintain than avg luxury midsize cars
  • +Infrequent unscheduled repairs
  • +Low major repair risk (6%)
  • +Low recall count

Cons

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Issues with the 2024 Acura TLX's electrical system, specifically involving the... (2 complaints)
  • Electrical system failures reported at 0–1,000 miles

Compare 2024 Acura TLX With

Common Problem Categories

Safety

LOW RISK
  • 1 manufacturer recall issued

Other

MODERATE
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2)
  • POWER TRAIN (1)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

1

recall on record

The 2024 Acura TLX carries 1 recall — a low count. Authorized dealers repair any open recall free of charge, regardless of warranty status.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

5.4

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 5.4

LowAvgHigh
Low

Safety Incidents

0

Crashes

0

Fires

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

2024 Acura TLX Recall Details

1 recall has been issued for the 2024 Acura TLX. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.

25V3910002025-06-12

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

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."

Consequence

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.

VIN History Report

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  • Accidents
  • Open Recalls
  • Title History
  • Odometer Rollback

2024 Acura TLX NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 4/5

Rollover risk: 9.0%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (None)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, Roof)
View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Acura TLXRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

4.5Maintenance rating: 4.5 out of 5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$440

vs $739 avg for luxury midsize cars

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.2

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

6%

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

TLX
$440
Category Avg
$739
All Vehicles
$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

21–25 MPG

Running cost: $3,200–$3,750/yr

Fuel + repair

19–22 city / 25–31 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2024 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims
TrimDriveTrans.CityHwyCombFuel Cost
TLX FWD 2.0L 4-cylFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10)223125$2,750
TLX AWD A-SPEC 2.0L 4-cylAll-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10)212924$2,900
TLX Type-S 3.0L 6-cylAll-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10)192521$3,300

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2024 Acura TLX.

  • Test infotainment system for shutdowns while driving

  • Inspect dashboard for proper display of speed and safety controls

  • Check for unusual drivetrain noises during test drive

  • Verify engine performance for loud valve tapping sounds

  • Inspect exhaust tips for excessive black soot

  • Test transmission behavior in sport mode for unexpected revving

  • Check for vibrations at highway speeds indicating potential wheel defects

  • Inspect wheels for internal damage or broken components

2024 Acura TLX Common Problems by Component

4 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

2
1
1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2)POWER TRAIN (1)WHEELS (1)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 complaints

Owners report issues with the 2024 Acura TLX's electrical system, specifically involving the infotainment and dashboard displays. Complaints frequently mention the infotainment system shutting down while driving, which in one case leads to power drainage and renders the vehicle inoperative. Another owner describes the dashboard turning off, resulting in the inability to view speed and safety controls. These issues have been noted with vehicles having less than 1,000 miles, suggesting they may occur early in the vehicle's lifespan. Safety implications include the potential loss of critical driving information, but no crashes or loss of control are reported.

2 complaints total

POWER TRAIN

1 complaint
2024-11-14

I understand Honda isn't doing soo well so I hope this is added to the list of the feds research we just bought this tlx aspec don't understand how these cars need to be 4000lbs but anyway the gas mileage advertised is not what you get I've seen on multiple forms people are saying they experience 13 mpg and on a cylinder engine that is just not acceptable 2 hear grinding noises in our drive train that the dealership doesn't hear unless it shows up in a scan tool 3 the engine has very loud valve tapping sound the tail tips have alot of black soot on them also evident of too lean gas mixture 200 dollars in gas in 8 days of owning this NEW car the transmission also has a mind of its own in sport mode reving the motor to 2 and 3k rpm all by itself and staying there till I tap on the gas pedal a few times and no the rug is not interference with the pedal it's all these companies going to electrical sensors instead of a cable that goes from the pedal to the throttle body like it should have always stayed. Getting rid of this thing as soon as possible soo the fed should also look at the newer ones ....

WHEELS

1 complaint
2024-05-28

Ok I purchased this vehicle in march of 2024 by May I started getting a vibration at highway speeds in front of vehicle...I brought to dealer and they told me there is a plastic peice broken on both front wheels it's inside you can not see it when tire is on ...the dealer told me they were using my rim and tire coverage I purchased extra when I bought the car ...I told them that's road hazzard I didn't hit anything they used it anyway ...I get the car back 3 weeks later vibration again this time in the back I bring it back in they tell me same issue as the front the sound deadner broke in bother wheels again no damage on outside of rim and I never hit anything I told them go through warranty they told me there rep said use the road hazzard ....I argued and called corporate....honda Corp made a claim number said they would call my dealership but instead just called the rep and of course he said use road hazzard ....so they did now I have 4 brand new wheels same ones ....not sure if this will happen again with new 1s but I have met few other people on the internet with same exact prob ...my opinion is its a manufacturer defect in the wheels or some of the wheels and acura/honda is trying to bury it to avoid a safety recall ....the more people they get to use rim and tire the more this goes away and this is a serious safety issue as the rims when they break destroy the inside of the tire and if causes a blowout on the highway could end up in severe injury or death....someone needs to go after them ....

When Do 2024 Acura TLX Problems Start?

Based on owner complaint patterns, here's when common issues tend to appear.

0–1,000 milesElectrical system failures

Best & Worst Acura TLX Years

Comprehensive reliability analysis based on NHTSA data, owner complaints, and historical performance.

Best Acura TLX Years to Buy

The best Acura TLX year is 2025 with a reliability score of 80/100, rated excellent. Other strong picks include 2024 (80/100) and 2023 (79/100).

Top Pick
80
Excellent

2025

1Recalls
3Complaints
80
Excellent

2024

(Current Model)

1Recalls
4Complaints
79
Good

2023

2Recalls
13Complaints

Acura TLX Years to Avoid

The worst Acura TLX year is 2019 with a score of 69/100, primarily due to engine (20) issues.

Acura TLX Reliability Score Trend

Acura TLX reliability has improved in recent years, with newer models scoring an average of 79/100 compared to 71/100 for older years.

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Acura TLX reliability scores by year
YearScoreRating
201871/100Good
201969/100Good
202071/100Good
202171/100Good
202275/100Good
202379/100Good
202480/100Excellent
202580/100Excellent

Acura TLX Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
YearScorevs Prior YearRatingRecallsComplaints
202580/1000Excellent13
2024(selected)80/100+1Excellent14
202379/100+4Good213
202275/100+4Good326
202171/1000Good379
202071/100+2Good459
201969/100-2Good587
201871/100Good390

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2024 Acura TLX reliable?
The 2024 Acura TLX scores 80/100 ("Excellent") with a complaint rate in line with the Sedan segment average. With 1 recall and 4 complaints, the data is still developing.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Acura TLX?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2024 Acura TLX include: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2 complaints), POWER TRAIN (1 complaints), WHEELS (1 complaints). These issues were identified from owner complaints analyzed by Auto Reliability Index.
How many recalls does the 2024 Acura TLX have?
The 2024 Acura TLX has 1 recall on record. Recalls are safety or compliance fixes issued by the manufacturer and repaired at no cost at authorized dealerships.
Is the 2024 Acura TLX expensive to maintain?
The 2024 Acura TLX has estimated annual costs of $440/year, which is $299 less than the luxury midsize cars average of $739. Its complaint rate is in line with the segment average, and its score of 80/100 is strong.

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How We Calculate Reliability Scores

Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.

Key Ranking Factors

1

Complaint Severity

NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.

2

Repair Costs

Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.

3

Recall Impact

Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.

4

Issue Diversity

Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.

Scores are grouped into four tiers:

  • 80–100: Excellent— Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
  • 60–79: Good— Reliable with some minor concerns
  • 40–59: Mixed— Notable issues, research before buying
  • 0–39: Risky— Significant problems, proceed with caution

Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.

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