2025 Acura TLX Problems: 5 Known Issues
2025 model year · 780+ owner reports · Updated October 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 780+ owner reports, the 2025 Acura TLX has 5 documented known issues, with 2 rated critical. The most serious are Fuel Filler Neck to Tank Weld Defect Causing Fuel Leak (Recall 24V950000) ($0-$0 repair) and Brake Pedal Pivot Pin Improperly Secured, Pedal Shifts Out of Position (Recall 25V391000) ($0-$0 repair). The most commonly reported issue is Type S Brembo Front Brake Squeal and Premature Pad Wear with 780 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $150 to $1,400. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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All 5 Known Issues
NHTSA Recalls5 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2023 TLX vehicles. The fuel filler neck and fuel tank may have been improperly welded, which can result in a fuel leak.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
TIRES:BEAD
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022 Acura TLX vehicles. The tires may have sustained cuts and tears during the sorting process, which can result in tire damage.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Acura TLX problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 780+ owner reports, the 2025 Acura TLX has 5 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Fuel Filler Neck to Tank Weld Defect Causing Fuel Leak (Recall 24V950000), Brake Pedal Pivot Pin Improperly Secured, Pedal Shifts Out of Position (Recall 25V391000), Adaptive damper warning with rear stroke-sensor faults. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Acura TLX reliable?
The 2025 Acura TLX has 5 known issues documented across 780+ owner reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Fuel Filler Neck to Tank Weld Defect Causing Fuel Leak (Recall 24V950000) and Brake Pedal Pivot Pin Improperly Secured, Pedal Shifts Out of Position (Recall 25V391000). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Acura TLX problems?
Repair costs for known Acura TLX issues range from $0 to $1,400, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Fuel Filler Neck to Tank Weld Defect Causing Fuel Leak (Recall 24V950000), typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2023-2025 Acura TLX Fuel Filler Neck to Tank Weld Defect Causing Fuel Leak (Recall 24V950000)?
Late second-generation TLX vehicles were built with the fuel filler neck improperly welded to the fuel tank. The defective weld can allow fuel to leak from the tank assembly, and a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source is a fire risk. Honda recalled affected 2023-2025 A… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
What is the 2021-2025 Acura TLX Brake Pedal Pivot Pin Improperly Secured, Pedal Shifts Out of Position (Recall 25V391000)?
Second-generation TLX models were built with the brake pedal pivot pin not secured properly. The pin can migrate, letting the pedal shift out of its correct position on the pedal bracket. When that happens the driver's input no longer translates properly to the master cylinder an… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
What is the 2021-2025 Acura TLX Adaptive damper warning with rear stroke-sensor faults?
A February 2025 Acura investigation concerned adaptive-damper warnings on US-market 2021–2023 TLX Advance and 2021–2025 Type S vehicles. It lists rear stroke-sensor upper- and lower-limit faults. The parts-collection request expired in February 2025 and is not a recall or a curre… Severity: medium.
What is the 2021-2025 Acura TLX 2.0L Turbo Intercooler Condensation Ingestion Causing Misfire and Limp Mode?
The base second-generation TLX uses a 2.0L turbocharged four with a front-mounted air-to-air intercooler. In humid, rainy or cold-and-damp conditions, water vapor condenses inside the intercooler and charge piping, pools, and is then slugged into the intake on a throttle transiti… Repairs typically run $0-$1,400. Severity: medium.
What is the 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type S Brembo Front Brake Squeal and Premature Pad Wear?
The 2021–2025 TLX Type S and Type S PMC use a fixed front Brembo brake system whose performance-oriented pad compound can squeal during light braking and wear unevenly if pad-retaining hardware or contact points corrode. This does not apply to the A-Spec brake system. Repairs typically run $150-$500. Severity: low.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.