NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Acura TLX Type S Safety Record
The 2021 Acura TLX Type S has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 31 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Acura TLX Type S has not undergone NHTSA crash testing, leaving its overall safety performance unrated. Without federal crash-test data, a Safety Index cannot be computed. However, the administrative record for this model year is light: one active recall campaign and 31 unverified owner complaints are on file. This limited data suggests a low burden for owners regarding recalls and reported issues, but it offers no insight into crashworthiness.
The 2021 Acura TLX Type S was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign targeting the fuel injection system, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 31 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Acura TLX Type S?
The 2021 Acura TLX Type S has a light recall and complaint burden, with just a single fuel system recall and 31 unverified complaints in the NHTSA data. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been reported for this model year. Of particular note within the complaint data is a heavy concentration in the powertrain, accounting for 28 of 31 allegations. NHTSA has not validated these allegations as confirmed defects, and without crash-test data for this or closely related model years, the Safety Index for the 2021 Acura TLX Type S remains uncomputed.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Acura TLX Type S have any recalls?
The one recall for this model year targets the fuel injection system. Honda is recalling certain 2021 through 2025 Acura TLX Type S vehicles under a broader campaign that also covers 2022 through 2025 Acura MDX Type S and 2023 through 2025 Honda Pilot models. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisory appears in the data provided for this campaign. Owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM25V031000
Risk: An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EL1 and AL0.
Reported 2025-01-23
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Acura TLX Type S?
Thirty-one unverified owner allegations have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Acura TLX Type S. The powertrain is the dominant reported concern, accounting for 28 of those allegations, followed by engine at 4, electrical system at 2, and suspension at 1. These are unverified consumer reports, not established defects.
31 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Acura TLX Type S?
Any used 2021 Acura TLX Type S should have its VIN checked at nhtsa.gov before purchase to confirm whether the fuel-injection recall has been completed by a prior owner. An open recall is the seller's unfinished business, not the buyer's assumption.
- NHTSA has no crash-test score for the 2021 Acura TLX Type S, so no star rating or Safety Index exists for this model year.
- One recall is on record for this model year, covering the fuel injection system under a multi-model Honda campaign that spans 2021 through 2025 Acura TLX Type S vehicles.
- Thirty-one unverified owner complaints are filed with NHTSA, with 28 of those allegations pointing to the powertrain as the reported concern area.
- The 2021 Acura TLX Type S falls in the Light burden band, reflecting low recall and complaint volume, but that band is not a crash-safety grade and cannot substitute for a tested vehicle's star rating.
FAQ2021 Acura TLX Type S safety questions
Was the 2021 Acura TLX Type S crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 31 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Acura TLX Type S have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2021 Acura TLX Type S. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Acura TLX Type S?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 31 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Acura TLX Type S. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Acura TLX Type S 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.