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2016 Acura TLXProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 164 owners and 3 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
164
Crashes
8
Fires
0
Recalls
3
TSBs
251
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Preliminary Verdict

Think Twice

Based on 164 complaints, 8 crashes, 0 fires, and 3 recalls. Complaint rate is 2.1x the class average.

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Top reported problems

1

transmission jerks

6 complaints • Severity 8.3/10

$X,XXX
2

abs failure

4 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
3

vibrates at high speed

2 complaints • Severity 7/10

$X,XXX
4

transmission failure

2 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
5

loud hissing from vents in floor mode only

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

40 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 38K miles.

!Inspect the ElectricalMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

27
0–30K
31
30–60K
9
60–90K
7
90–120K
5
120–150K
1
150K+

Peak failure range: 30–60K miles (31 reports) • Median: 38K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Engine (40 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Engine40 (24%)
Electrical23 (14%)
Drivetrain15 (9%)
Other15 (9%)
Fuel System13 (8%)
Speed Control11 (7%)
Stability Control5 (3%)
Brakes5 (3%)

2016 Acura TLX: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 24% of all reports filed for the 2016 Acura TLX, with 40 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 38,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 38K-mile mark.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2016 Acura TLX, with 23 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2016 Acura TLX, with 15 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Fuel System Issues

Fuel System complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2016 Acura TLX, with 13 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to fuel system-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

12
16
9
17
8
18
24
19
16
20
15
21
14
22
8
23
25
24
21
25
12
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2016 Acura TLX. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (3 recalls)

19V060000Mar 2019

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

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.

23V751000Mar 2024

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

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.

23V858000Mar 2024

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

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.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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2016 Acura TLX NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

NHTSA Defect Investigations (2)

1 investigation still open: NHTSA is examining whether a defect warrants a recall.

EA19001ClosedOpened Apr 2019 · closed Sep 2024

Electrical overstress

AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

EA25004OpenOpened Mar 2025

No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR

The worst model year for the Acura TLX is the 2015 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is transmission.

2016 Acura TLX vs. Class Average (Compact Cars)

This vehicle

164

Class avg

77

2.1x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical compact cars vehicles.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 164 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 3 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2016 Acura TLX: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Acura TLX?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2016 Acura TLX is related to the engine, with 40 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2016 Acura TLX reliable?
The 2016 Acura TLX has 164 complaints, 8 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is 2.1x the class average — higher than typical for its segment.
How safe is the 2016 Acura TLX?
NHTSA rates the 2016 Acura TLX 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 5 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2016 Acura TLX problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2016 Acura TLX have any recalls?
Yes, the 2016 Acura TLX has 3 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Acura TLX problems start?
Based on 80 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 38,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 30–60K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2016 Acura TLX data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 13, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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