NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Acura Tlx Type S
Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The Acura TLX Type S is the performance flagship of Acura's midsize sedan lineup, slotting above the standard TLX with a turbocharged V6, sport-tuned suspension, and driver-focused hardware. It targets enthusiast buyers who want near-luxury refinement paired with genuine performance credentials. For the 2021 through 2023 model years, it occupies a competitive and crowded space against German and domestic sport sedans.
The 2023 Acura Tlx Type S has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 6 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.
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Reviewers generally praise the TLX Type S for its sharp handling, strong powertrain delivery, and premium cabin quality, positioning it as a genuine enthusiast option in the near-luxury sport sedan segment. Most critics note it competes well on driving dynamics, though some feel the infotainment interface and rear seat space trail the best in class.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
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 // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
6 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.