2020 Acura TLX vs 2020 Toyota Corolla
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Acura TLX | 2020 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 62 | 301 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 48 | 200 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–27 | 32–52 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 12,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura TLX | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 19 | 107 |
| Power Train | 7 | 36 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 29 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 22 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 17 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 14 |
| Visibility/wiper | 0 | 17 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 24 |
| Overheating | 0 | 18 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 14 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
2020 Acura TLX
2020 Toyota Corolla
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.