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Acura TLX AWD
Acura · Cars · 2023
Acura TLX AWD (2023)
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⚠ 12 complaints
Status
Certified
Long track record, no issues found
Status Certified — verified clean safety record across 5+ years of official monitoring.
Specifications
Engine Size2.0L
Fuel TypePremium
Transmission10 speed automatic
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Combined MPG24 MPG
Acura TLX AWD Comparison with Similar Vehicles
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Price$46,500$23,000–$31,000———$27,900
Engine Capacity2.0L2L2L3L3L1.3L
Fuel TypePremiumRegularRegularDieselDieselRegular
Transmission10 speed automaticAutomatic (AV-S1)Automatic (AV-S10)Automatic 10-spdAutomatic 10-spdAutomatic 9-spd
Body TypeSedanSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
About

The 2023 Acura TLX AWD offers a compelling blend of performance and efficiency, boasting a turbocharged 2.0L engine delivering 272 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque. With its all-wheel-drive system and 10-speed automatic transmission, this sedan is engineered for confident driving in various conditions.

Pros
  • Certified safety status
  • No recalls on record
  • Strong highway MPG
  • Turbocharged performance
Cons
  • 12 complaints on record
  • Below average city MPG
Complaints12 total
ACURA TLX TYPE S 2023 POWER TRAIN
low
While making a right turn from a stop the car made a bang sound followed by grinding upon acceleration. I took my 23 TLX type S to a local Dunn Tire and asked them to put it on the lift. They raised all tires off the ground, started the car, and accelerated. Only the front wheels spun. This is the exact scenario lots of consumers have reported with this model when the transfer case splines break off the shaft. The car is driving without error lights but feels different while corning. It's very concerning that the car has 41k miles on it and is well taken care of. I drive it in winter so AWD is a huge reason I choose it. I have an appointment with my local Acura dealership but its over a week away. I asked to have a tech contact me back to ensure driving it more won't case future issues but they never followed up.
NHTSAUSJul 2026Source →
ACURA TLX TYPE S 2023 POWER TRAIN
medium
Transmission and transfer case failure. Causing the loss of power to the rear wheels. Reducing the traction and stability of the vehicle.
NHTSAUSJun 2026Source →
ACURA TLX 2023 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
low
Purchased a 2023 TLX Aspec with Telecommunication package from Carvana. When I as unable to connect my device to the vehicle, I took it to my local Acura dealer per the limited warranty instructions. It was there after they removed the dash, we discovered the control device was missing and the bracket was missing and the coaxial connector that attaches it to the dashboard is broken. The cellular device was removed as well to avoid tracking. With the harness damage, the correct repair to the car with the low miles it has is to replace the harness and then replace the missing part and the bracket. None of this was disclosed at the time of purchase. I have tried reaching out to Carvana and the only answer I receive is to email their fraud department, which I have twice.
NHTSAUSJan 2026Source →
ACURA TLX 2023 SEAT BELTS
low
If you don't turn the car off and you drop a passenger off from the front seat the seatbelt not fastened alarm will go off until you fasten it or turn the car off then restart the car to clear the alarm taking it to the dealership.
NHTSAUSOct 2025Source →
ACURA TLX 2023 POWER TRAIN
medium
The AWD components fail and turns the car into front wheel drive only. Yes it’s available. This puts mine and others after at risk due to expecting the car to accelerate at a full stop instead, it causes me to slowly accelerate <5 mph until the system recognizes it’s in FWD only. I fear that someone will rear end me expecting the car to go faster than it can in that moment. Yes, this has been reported to a reputable dealer and was told they could not create the issue once clears after turning car off and back on again. This car has not been inspected by anyone other than the local Acura dealership. There were no prior warnings other than when it was cuts out. This pops up on the dash and is effective immediately putting the car into a limp state. This is happening one a week and has been occurring for once the car hit ~40k miles.
NHTSAUSOct 2025Source →
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Status history
Uncertain→Certified27 May 2026
Lemon Score: 100. 0 data points. v3 scoring.
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