Worst 2016 Acura TLX Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Check the actual VIN — every car is different.
This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).
All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Acura TLX.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 26 | 2 | — | 69,373 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 21 | — | — | 31,922 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 15 | — | — | 30,130 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 13 | — | — | 61,697 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 11 | 2 | — | 20,703 mi | |
| Fuel System | 10 | — | — | 54,024 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 5 | — | — | 52,740 mi | |
| Brakes | 5 | 1 | — | 19,510 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 5 | — | — | 10,943 mi | |
| Fuel System, Other | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Sidewall | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Backup Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Warning | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Interior Panels:Sun Visor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2016 Acura TLX. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Recalls for 2016 Acura TLX
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,176,491 vehicles.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Acura TLX, 2016-2020 Acura MDX, 2016 and 2018-2019 Pilot, 2017 and 2019 Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bearing in the engine may wear and seize, damaging the engine.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.
Other Acura TLX Years
2016 Acura TLX — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2016 Acura TLX reliable?
What are common problems with the 2016 Acura TLX?
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 Acura TLX?
How safe is the 2016 Acura TLX?
Does the 2016 Acura TLX have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2016 Acura TLX?
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Acura TLX reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
Check Your Specific 2016 Acura TLX
Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud.
Check Any VIN — $4.99