CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Acura TLX has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 71 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 3 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (24 reports).
2017 Acura TLX recalls
Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Engine Bearing May Wear and Seize, Risking Stall or Fire
A manufacturing error can cause the connecting rod bearing inside the engine to wear and seize, which can damage the engine.
Fuel Pump Can Lose Performance, Risking Engine Stall
Particulates in the fuel can build up on internal parts of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.
Most common 2017 Acura TLX problems
Problem areas named in the 71 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 24 |
| Power Train | 18 |
| Unknown Or Other | 13 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 10 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 9 |
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 |
| Seats | 2 |
What owners report
Acura TLX 2017, with only 112,000 miles. On [XXX], while the consumer was driving, the vehicle caught on fire. The consumer saw what appeared to be smoke coming from under the hood. The consumer stopped the vehicle immediately at a 4-way intersection, put it in park, and turned it off. The hood latch was open. When the consumer opened the hood, the engine compartment was on fire, and the car was engulfed in fire within seconds. Fire department and Police depratment arrived at the scene. The car was deemed a total loss, and the fire was determined to have started in the engine compartment. In May 2024, Acura stated that the connecting rod bearing needed replacement and that it was covered
Acura Service Bulletin B18-014 (NHTSA TSB #10135108) The repeated failure of the driverâs power seat height-adjustment mechanism due to stripped internal gears in the Vertical Transmission Assembly (VTA), as identified in Acura Service Bulletin B18-014, presents a significant safety concern. A failure of the driverâs seat adjustment mechanism can prevent the driver from maintaining a proper and secure seating position, potentially impairing visibility, access to the pedals and steering wheel, and the ability to safely control the vehicle. Because Honda/Acura has documented this failure and identified a specific repair procedure, I believe the defect warrants investigation by NHTSA and c
My 2017 Acura TLX stalled dangerously on the highway due to an unexpected fuel delivery failure, creating an immediate traffic hazard. Hiley Acura of Fort Worth diagnosed the vehicle with code P0087 (Low Fuel Rail Pressure) and confirmed it needs a new low-pressure fuel pump assembly for $1,540.62. They also pulled code P0430 (Catalyst System Efficiency) showing my front catalytic converter has failed, costing $2,461.77.The low-pressure fuel pump failure starved the engine of fuel, causing the highway stall. This fueling issue directly overheated and destroyed the catalytic converter substrate.This pump failure is the core subject of the Oliver v. Honda class action lawsuit. Honda previously
I have this car 2017 acura tlx v6 shawd from acura dealership 3months already. I hear little knocking sound from my bottom block.
Vehicle consistently pulls to right and on grooved concrete acts in abnormal way, weaving withing the lane. I have taken to Acura to try to diagnose - they tell me there is no adjustment they can make. I have tried with Honda corporate, but they want me to go back for another diagnosis on the car at Acura. At this time there is no reason to duplicate efforts or time. I have also taken to independent shops and they indicate they cannot correct the problem also.
2017 Acura TLX questions
Does the 2017 Acura TLX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2017 Acura TLX: Fuel pump may fail and stall engine while driving; Engine Bearing May Wear and Seize, Risking Stall or Fire; Fuel Pump Can Lose Performance, Risking Engine Stall. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Acura TLX?
Based on 71 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (24), Power Train (18), Unknown Or Other (13).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Acura TLX has been fixed?
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