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Acura Tlx ReliabilityAll Years Ranked (20152025)

Side-by-side AutoScores, risk levels, and owner-cost projections for every Acura Tlx we've analyzed. Identify the best years to buy, the ones to avoid, and the problems that follow the Tlx across generations.

Average AutoScore

85/100

Best Year

2023 Acura Tlx

Score 91

Weakest Year

2016 Acura Tlx

Score 78

Every Acura Tlx Ranked

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91
2023 Acura TlxLOW RISKGrade A-

Acura delivers a compelling blend of performance and strong reliability in the 2023 TLX, offering a largely worry-free ownership experience.

Top risks: Infotainment System · Advanced Driver-Assist Systems (ADAS) · Automatic Transmission (10-Speed)

88
2022 Acura TlxLOW RISKGrade A-

A reliable and engaging luxury sedan that delivers on Acura's promise of quality, with only minor tech-related caveats.

Top risks: Infotainment System · Brake System (Noise/Wear) · Interior Trim/Rattles

88
2024 Acura TlxLOW RISKGrade A-

Acura's latest TLX offers a compelling blend of driving engagement and renowned reliability, making it a low-risk luxury sedan.

Top risks: Infotainment & Electrical Systems · Advanced Driver-Assist Systems (ADAS) · Turbocharger System (2.0T and 3.0T)

88
2025 Acura TlxLOW RISKGrade A-

A premium sedan offering impressive long-term reliability and a dynamic driving experience with very few anticipated major flaws.

Top risks: Infotainment System · Minor Electrical Sensors/Modules · Brake Components (Type S)

87
2019 Acura TlxLOW RISKGrade A-

A supremely reliable luxury sedan with a few minor quirks, offering significant value.

Top risks: Transmission (ZF9) · Infotainment System · AcuraWatch Sensors

85
2017 Acura TlxLOW RISKGrade B+

A well-built luxury sedan offering strong value, but potential buyers must be vigilant regarding its sometimes-finicky transmissions.

Top risks: Transmission Performance · Infotainment System · A/C System

85
2020 Acura TlxLOW RISKGrade B+

A well-built, reliable luxury sedan that offers great value, provided you're aware of its technology's minor shortcomings.

Top risks: Infotainment System · 9-Speed Automatic Transmission (V6 only) · Brake System (Rotor Warping)

83
2021 Acura TlxLOW RISKGrade B+

A sharp-handling luxury sedan that delivers on performance and reliability, despite minor tech frustrations.

Top risks: Infotainment System · 10-Speed Automatic Transmission · Brakes

82
2015 Acura TlxMODERATEGrade B-

A comfortable and often reliable choice, but the V6's problematic 9-speed transmission demands extreme caution.

Top risks: Transmission (V6 models) · Infotainment System · A/C System

82
2018 Acura TlxLOW RISKGrade B

A dependable luxury sedan, but check the infotainment and transmission during your test drive.

Top risks: Infotainment System · ZF 9-Speed Transmission (V6 models) · Advanced Driver-Assist System (ADAS) Sensors

78
2016 Acura TlxMODERATEGrade C+

A comfortable and stylish sedan, but the problematic V6 transmission makes it a cautious recommendation.

Top risks: Transmission (V6 models) · Electrical/Infotainment · Brakes

Problems That Follow the Tlx Across Generations

Issues that appear in the top-3 risks across multiple model years — the cost of ownership you can actually predict.

Infotainment System

Appears in 9 model years · 82% of generations

Transmission (V6 models)

Appears in 2 model years · 18% of generations

A/C System

Appears in 2 model years · 18% of generations

Brakes

Appears in 2 model years · 18% of generations

Advanced Driver-Assist Systems (ADAS)

Appears in 2 model years · 18% of generations

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