CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Acura TLX has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 72 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (28 reports).
2021 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.
Brake pedal may shift out of position, reducing braking
The brake pedal pivot pin on these vehicles may not be secured properly, so the brake pedal can shift out of position.
Fuel Leak Can Raise Fire Risk in Vehicle's Fuel Tank
Some vehicles may have a fuel filler neck and fuel tank that were improperly welded during manufacturing.
Passenger Airbag May Deploy or Fail to Suppress
A front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, so the system may not switch off the passenger airbag as intended.
Most common 2021 Acura TLX problems
Problem areas named in the 72 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 28 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 11 |
| Electrical System | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 10 |
| Unknown Or Other | 10 |
| Air Bags | 8 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 |
| Suspension | 6 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Lane Departure | 3 |
What owners report
On October 4, 2026, at approximately 6:55 PM, the 2021 Acura TLX suffered a catastrophic and sequential collapse of its primary safety and electronic control systems while in motion. Without warning, the vehicle's dashboard suddenly illuminated with a cascade of severe system malfunctions, beginning with a critical "Brake System Problem" warning, immediately followed by a "Power Steering System Problem," which caused the steering wheel to become dangerously heavy and difficult to maneuver. Simultaneously, a string of secondary critical alerts flashed across the information display, including a "Lane Assist System Problem," effectively disabling the vehicle's automated driver-assist, traction
VEHICLE LOSING TRACTION WHILE DRIVING. CONFIRMED BY [XXX]'S ACURA IN [XXX]. CONFIRMED: TRANSFER CASE WITH BAD TRANSMISSION. VEHICLE NOW INOPERABLE. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
I am submitting this complaint regarding a major drivetrain failure in my 2021 Acura TLX Type S SH-AWD with approximately 86,643 miles. My vehicle experienced a complete loss of AWD. The front two wheels are receiving power, but the rear wheels are no longer receiving power. An independent mechanic initially diagnosed a transfer-case/drivetrain failure and advised that the transmission may also be involved. I then took the vehicle to OH Acura of Temecula, where the Acura dealership independently diagnosed the vehicle with transmission and transfer-case failure. The service manager confirmed that my independent mechanicâs diagnosis was accurate. The dealership provided a repair estimate o
My 2021 Acura TLX has a fuel leak. This is a known issue and manufacture design flaw. The Acura dealership has quoted my $4200 - $4500 to replace the fuel tank. I've contacted Honda and they've only offer $300 "goodwill" credit towards the repair. This is a know issue, a fire hazard, and other 2021 TLX has been recalled for this fuel tank/fuel leak issue via recall.
I drive a 2021 Acura TLX TYPE S around 85K miles. I heard a loud clank when I was driving one day, and I loss traction. When I was accelerating I was losing traction and it seem like I lost power while I was moving as well. It seems like I'm driving front wheel drive. I let me foot of the gas and it seems like it's back to normal SH-AWD. I hope this gets looked into and fixed soon.
2021 Acura TLX questions
Does the 2021 Acura TLX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2021 Acura TLX: Passenger Seat Sensor May Cause Air Bags to Fire in a Crash; Brake pedal may shift out of position, reducing braking; Fuel Leak Can Raise Fire Risk in Vehicle's Fuel Tank; Passenger Airbag May Deploy or Fail to Suppress. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Acura TLX?
Based on 72 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (28), Forward Collision Avoidance (11), Electrical System (10).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.