CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Acura TLX has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 97 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (31 reports).
2018 Acura TLX recalls
Passenger Seat Sensor May Cause Air Bags to Fire in a Crash
A front passenger seat weight sensor can crack and short circuit, which may cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
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 2018 Acura TLX problems
Problem areas named in the 97 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 31 |
| Electrical System | 20 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 |
| Unknown Or Other | 13 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 13 |
| Power Train | 11 |
| Lane Departure | 11 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 7 |
| Steering | 6 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2018 Acura TLX. The contact stated that while driving and accelerating there was a knocking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the engine rod bearings had failed, and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the engine was previously replaced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). The failure mileage was 147,000.
The contact owns a 2018 Acura TLX. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine started knocking. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that the closest dealer was a two-hour drive from the residence. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.
I own a 2018 Acura TLX with approximately 41,384 miles. While driving, multiple safety-system warnings suddenly appeared simultaneously, including: Lane Keeping Assist Problem Adaptive Cruise Control Problem Auto High-Beam Problem Collision Mitigation System Problem Road Departure Mitigation System Problem Brake System warning I safely stopped the vehicle, shut it off, and restarted it. The warnings initially disappeared but later returned, including when I started the vehicle to take it to the Acura dealership. An authorized Acura dealership inspected the vehicle and retrieved multiple diagnostic trouble codes, including U3000-49, indicating an internal electronic failure associated wit
Iâve bought my 2018 Acura TLX used from Holiday Mazda in [XXX] in XXX Now that my nightmare with the Auto Engine Idle is over(the shop that replaced my starter in November 2025 some how got it so it doesnât work anymore. But thatâs not my issue. Iâve had this issues 5-8 times in the last 2 years. I will be driving and my top screen in in the dash(it usually displays navigation, CarPlay, etc) will turn off and flash a couple times. Then it take out my âradioâ screen. Itâs like itâs resetting because the screens remind me when it electronics reset snd start up. It goes for a total of 2-3 times. Thank the Good Lord my car keeps driving safely. Here is the second issue. Iâve h
Driving car and suddenly all the lights on the dash light up and car goes into âlimpâ mode. Upon pulling over turning car off and turning back on lights are all still lit up. Plug car into obd2 scanner and car is showing code p0087 low fuel rail pressure. This is extremely dangerous as the car will randomly do this and will go into limp mode which can easily cause me to get into an accident. No active recalls on this but Iâm seeing this is a common issue with these Acura tlx models. Why hasnât this issue been addressed yet Acura?! For reference I drive a 2018 Acura tlx base model 2.4 cylinder
2018 Acura TLX questions
Does the 2018 Acura TLX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2018 Acura TLX: Passenger Seat Sensor May Cause Air Bags to Fire in a Crash; 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 2018 Acura TLX?
Based on 97 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (31), Electrical System (20), Fuel/Propulsion System (14).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Acura TLX has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.