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Buying a used 2021 Acura TLX? Check these 4 recalls first
The recall profile changes for 2021: the critical item is a fuel tank weld that can leak gasoline, joined by a brake pedal that can shift out of position and two seat sensor recalls involving airbag risk. The engine bearing and fuel pump recalls of earlier years are not listed for this year. Of 68 unverified NHTSA complaints (3 crashes, 3 injuries), power train is by far the largest area at 26, with service brakes and electrical smaller.
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.
- Confirm the fuel tank weld recall was completed and check for any fuel smell around the car.
- Test the brake pedal for firm, consistent position and ask if the pedal recall was performed.
- Ask about transmission or drivetrain behavior on the test drive, given the powertrain complaint volume.
- 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 2021 Acura TLX
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Acura TLX fuel tank weld can leak gasoline | Fuel System, Gasoline | critical |
| Honda and Acura passenger seat sensor may crack | AIR Bags | high |
| Acura and Honda brake pedal can shift out of position | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | high |
| Honda and Acura front passenger airbags may deploy unintentionally | AIR Bags | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
68 complaints filed for this model year, including 3 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 3 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? |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 26 | None found |
| Brakes | 10 | Yes |
| Electrical System | 9 | None found |
| AIR Bags | 7 | Yes |
| Driver Assistance | 7 | None found |
| Engine | 5 | None found |