2017 Acura TLX Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Acura TLX.

20162018
Complaints
95
Crashes
6
Fires
2
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2017 Acura TLX Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#119 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:21,190 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:2
#216 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:22,476 mi
Crash-related:1
#310 complaints

Engine & Cooling

Avg mileage:88,333 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Acura TLX.

Engine Problems
19
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
2
Avg Miles
21,190
Transmission / Drivetrain
16
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
22,476
Engine & Cooling
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
88,333
Brakes
9
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
21,086
Fuel System
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
14,260
Electrical Faults
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
41,000
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2017 Acura TLX

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,176,491 vehicles.

23V858000Fuel Pump
~2,490,460 affected

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.

23V751000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical
~248,999 affected

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.

19V060000Fuel System, Other:delivery:fuel Pump
~437,032 affected

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.

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2017 Acura TLX — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2017 Acura TLX reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2017 Acura TLX has 95 NHTSA complaints, 6 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 19 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2017 Acura TLX?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (19 complaints, avg 21,190 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (16 complaints, avg 22,476 mi); Engine & Cooling (10 complaints, avg 88,333 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Acura TLX?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 32,285 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2017 Acura TLX?
NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Acura TLX include 6 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2017 Acura TLX have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 3,176,491 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2017 Acura TLX?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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.

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