NHTSA (USA)High Risk
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module at no cost to you.
2,490,460 vehicles affected
This page covers 3 recalls, 63 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 Acura TLX.
25–28 mpg combined
8.4–9.4 L/100km
Compact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 3 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Complaints about the 2017 Acura TLX cluster most heavily around the powertrain and engine. On the powertrain side, owners report stalling at idle with no warning lights or stored codes, which makes the issue difficult to diagnose without reproducing it first. Engine and fuel system complaints are also common, with multiple owners describing a persistent fuel odor, in some cases appearing after repair work was already performed. A recurring issue involves the capless fuel filler neck, owners report the internal flap sticking closed, blocking the fuel nozzle and preventing refueling entirely. Several owners also describe continued fuel smell following service attempts, suggesting the underlying condition can persist after an initial fix.
63
Total Complaints
2
Crash-Related
2
Fire-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2017 Acura TLX has 3 recalls, the most serious involving an engine connecting rod bearing that can wear and seize, potentially causing the engine to stall while driving or catch fire.
The other two recalls both involve the fuel pump on the 3.5L V6 engine. In one, fuel particulates can build up on internal pump components and reduce fuel delivery, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly. The other covers a broader fuel pump defect that can cause the pump to fail outright, also resulting in a stall while driving. Both conditions cut power without warning and raise the risk of a crash. Prior repair attempts on earlier filings did not fully resolve the fuel pump issue, which is why it appears across more than one recall campaign.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module at no cost to you.
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A manufacturing error may cause the connecting rod bearing in the engine to wear and seize, which damages the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the engine and repair or replace it as necessary at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Fuel particles can build up inside the fuel pump, reducing how well it works.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the engine control software and replace the fuel pump if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.