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2023 Acura

TLX AWD A-SPEC

Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

Acura TLX: best and worst years
2023 Acura TLX AWD A-SPEC (photo 1 of 2)
2023 photoMercurySable99CC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Transmission
Automatic (S10)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
272
Power to weight
0.073 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.53

Efficiency

Smog score
7/10
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
3
Owner complaints
11 See on NHTSA

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup camera
    Standard

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise control
    Standard
  • Automatic emergency brakingPart of AcuraWatch.
    Standard
  • Blind-spot monitor
    Optional
  • Lane-keeping assist
    Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER33%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM17%
  • POWER TRAIN17%
  • SERVICE BRAKES17%
  • SEAT BELTS8%
  • SUSPENSION8%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 12 total.

Acura TLX: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA record NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • DP26001Openopened Mar 6, 2026POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

    All wheel drive allegation

  • EA25004Openopened Mar 26, 2025ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

    No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

37 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 18, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB21674

    Over The Air Update - Vehicles equipped with the System Updates application are capable of downloading and installing Over the Air System Updates. System Updates contain upgrades that fix a variety of operational errors and/or enhancements that add new functionality. Information for the various software releases can be found in this document. Software version: D.1.6.4

  • Sep 17, 2025ENGINEB25-048

    Service Bulletin - Oil leak at the cam chain tensioner inspection cover due to and insufficient sealant adhesion on the inspection cover.

  • Apr 30, 2025ENGINEBTI&04302025902

    Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023 RDXs and TLXs with a client complaint of the "Emissions System Warning" Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with DTC P2101 (Electronic Throttle Control System Malfunction) stored. Client may experience the vehicle going into "limp" mode. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to your attempting a repair of any kind.

  • Apr 16, 2025ENGINEBTI&04162025902

    Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2023 RDXs and TLXs with a client complaint of the "Emissions System Warning" Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on with DTC P2101 (Electronic Throttle Control System Malfunction) stored. Client may experience the vehicle going into "limp" mode. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to inspect the vehicle prior to your attempting a repair of any kind.

  • Apr 9, 2025VISIBILITY/WIPERBTI&04092025901

    Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2022- 2024 MDXs & 2021-2025 TLXs with a client complaint of a loose or detached rearview mirror bracket. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

  • Feb 12, 2025SUSPENSIONBTI&02112025901

    Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2021-2023 TLX ADV’s and 2021-2025 TLX Type S’s with a client complaint of the “Adaptive Damper System Problem” (ADS) error message on the MID (Multi Information Display). To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

  • Jan 24, 2025SUSPENSIONBTI&01242025901

    Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2021-2023 TLX ADV’s and 2021-2025 TLX Type S’s with a client complaint of the “Adaptive Damper System Problem” (ADS) error message on the MID (Multi Information Display). To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

  • Jan 18, 2025SUSPENSIONBTI&01172025901

    Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2021-2023 TLX ADV’s and 2021-2025 TLX Type S’s with a client complaint of the “Adaptive Damper System Problem” (ADS) error message on the MID (Multi Information Display). To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

  • and 29 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
6 yr / 70k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr / 50k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.cars.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.