Does the 2020 Acura TLX have recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2020 Acura TLX, including Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump; Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger; Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2020 Acura TLX problems?

Owners filed 63 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (19), fuel system (12), gasoline (12), electrical system (10).

How much does a 2020 Acura TLX cost to own for 5 years?

About $55,730 over 5 years ($929/month) at an estimated $20,750 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2020 Acura TLX

The 2020 Acura TLX earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 55/100. Expect about $55,730 to own it for five years, or $929 a month. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 63 complaints.

Recalls: 5
Complaints: 63
5-yr cost: $56k
MPG (EPA): 23

Fair

Ownership Score

2020 Acura TLX vs nearby years

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5 recalls may apply

For the 2020 Acura TLX. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.

Check recalls for this exact VIN at NHTSA

Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

5-year cost to own

Estimated $20,750 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$55,730

$929/month · $0.93/mile

Depreciation	$6,004
Insurance (national avg.)	$16,200
Fuel / charging	$8,740
Maintenance	$10,560
Repairs	$6,336
Loan interest	$5,645
Taxes & fees	$2,245

Estimate, not financial advice. How we calculate.

Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

63 complaints4 involved a crash

Engine19
Fuel System12
Gasoline12
Electrical System10
Engine And Engine Cooling8
Power Train7

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
Frontal: 5 out of 5 stars
Side: 5 out of 5 stars
Rollover: 5 out of 5 stars

Rated as: 2020 Acura TLX 4 DR AWD

What to check on a used 2020 Acura TLX

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Fuel system
- Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin.
- Check for hard starts or stalling at idle.
Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

Common 2020 Acura TLX problems

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FAQ

Is the 2020 Acura TLX a good car to buy?: The 2020 Acura TLX earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 55/100. Expect about $55,730 to own it for five years, or $929 a month. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 63 complaints.
Does the 2020 Acura TLX have recalls?: NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2020 Acura TLX, including Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump; Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger; Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2020 Acura TLX problems?: Owners filed 63 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (19), fuel system (12), gasoline (12), electrical system (10).
How much does a 2020 Acura TLX cost to own for 5 years?: About $55,730 over 5 years ($929/month) at an estimated $20,750 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.