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Buying a used 2018 Acura TLX? Check these 4 recalls first
Two safety themes dominate: a critical recall for a faulty engine bearing that can seize the engine, and repeated fuel pump recalls that can stall the car, including one specific to the MDX and TLX. A seat sensor recall covers unintended airbag deployment. Owners filed 93 unverified NHTSA complaints (3 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries), led by engine at 30, then electrical and fuel. No recall here carries a stop-driving or park-outside warning.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Get proof the engine bearing recall was completed, plus any engine repair or replacement records.
- Confirm both fuel pump recalls were performed — ask if the car has ever stalled while driving.
- Ask whether the seat occupant sensor was replaced and if any airbag warning light has appeared.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Acura dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2018 Acura TLX
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Honda and Acura engines can seize from faulty bearing | Engine And Engine Cooling | critical |
| Acura MDX and TLX fuel pump may stall engine | Fuel System, Other | high |
| Honda and Acura fuel pump can fail, stalling engine | Fuel System, Gasoline | high |
| Honda and Acura front passenger airbags may deploy unintentionally | AIR Bags | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
93 complaints filed for this model year, including 3 mentioning a crash, 1 a fire and 2 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 41 | Yes |
| Electrical System | 19 | None found |
| Fuel System | 14 | Yes |
| Driver Assistance | 14 | None found |
| Power Train | 11 | None found |