2020 Acura TLX vs 2021 Acura TLX
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 | 2021 Acura TLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 62 | 64 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 48 | 113 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–27 | 24–25 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura TLX | Acura TLX |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 7 | 23 |
| Engine | 19 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 0 |
2020 Acura TLX
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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.