The 2019 acura ilx runs great, gets good mileage, powerful enough 4 cyl engine. Acura tlx under recall for transmission problems ca lemon. Leased the 2020 tlx with technology in january 2020, returning a 2017 tlx with technology. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of acura tlx based on all problems reported for the tlx. This is a nice car a bit bland on styling but the lease easily justifies that. Honda was hit with a class action, alleging that its 2015 acura tlx i4. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle. Acura tlx problems find the most common issues based on car owner complaints. I find its rarely jerky in eco mode on downshifts, but thats because it keeps the revs really low to save gas, and when it tries to downshift at a really low rpm, its impossible to cause it to jerk like that. Feb 05, 2020 2015 acura tlx owners want to know why their transmissions jerk and hesitate so much. Sensors at the wheels and around the vehicle analyze individual wheel speed, steering angle, lateral gforce and yaw rate.
Acura tlx transmission problems and repair descriptions at. Acura tlx 2015 is a major update and completely replaced tsx and. The acura rlx, a fullsize luxury sedan, first arrived in 2014 to replace the rl. What to expect at the repair shop when your acura tlx wont start how is a nostart diagnosis fixed. With only 2 recalls noted in acura tlx history, 2016 is shaping up to be a recallfree year for acuras best selling, financially attainable, and award winning mechanically reliable premium. To see how frequently acura tlx problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Acura says that it will update the software in those vehicles. Honda has issued a recall for 2015 models of the acura tlx v6 due to a. Production of the 9hp started in 20 at zfs gray court facility in laurens, south carolina. Acura says that it will update the software in those vehicles, which. Oh, and yes my next car will still be honda or acura, even after reading through all the pain some 2015 tlx customers have had to go through it honestly was painful even as just a reader, to read through their experiences. Acura is recalling about 8300 model year 2015 acura tlx v6 cars.
The car was great but when winter came around, the car started to experience heavy transmission problems. However, the next time i buy a honda or acura, i will be getting one with a newer turbo engine. I have been reading about many frustrated owners about the transmission hopefully software problems. This is my sixth acura, three tls, one tsx and two tlx s. First for sale as a 2015 model, the acura tlx is a relatively new addition to the luxury sedan market. Sep 22, 2017 the new 2018 acura tlx and the old honda accord are remarkably similar cars. To see how frequently 2015 acura tlx problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Acura tlx problems 2015 acura tlx power train problems. Acura tlx owners have complained that the 8speed dual clutch. I am clearly having the same problems as many other acura tlx owners.
Nov 10, 2014 a new software update is available for select acura tlx and mdx models that adds features and capabilities to the incar electronics. The recall affects both twowheeldrive and fourwheeldrive 2015 acura tlx models, 8,354 of which are registered in the u. Why acura tlx owners complain about the 2015 model the most. Honda faces class action over acura tlx transmission defect.
Gear selector or linkage, leaks, transmission computer. The available super handling allwheel drive is just one of many 2020 acura tlx features that give you superior control and sporty performance. I cannot compare it to the lexus because i dont recall being in a gs300 to compare. Acura fans saddened by 2015 tlx transmission recall torque news. The dealership replaced the original transmission 6 months after my purchase.
Realtime data determines power distribution between front and rear wheels. Would be great if there is a software firmware patch which acura could release to fix this problem. Acura mdx and rdx acceleration problems have caused a class. It is a fronttransverse transmission, used in frontwheel drive and allwheel drive vehicles. However the higher variant the acura tlx type s will not release along with this standard model. Acura transmission problems can start as early as 60000 miles and are. There is a plan to release this version next year because this car is worth the wait. The worst complaints are transmission, accessories interior, and brakes problems. The major change to the 2018 model tlx transmission is a software. The tlx is greatly superior to the old rl as would be expected, as the old one with the v6 was terrible on mileage. Additionally, when i push the start button it did not start the vehicle. Zf claims that it is able to save an average of 16% in fuel compared with current 6speed automatic transmissions.
Were actively collecting data on the worst problems for the acura tlx. Why acura tlx owners complain about the 2015 model the. Correcting most nostart problems usually involves replacing the alternator, starter or battery, cleaning connections, ignition system repairs, or fuel system repairs. I wish i got blue with red interior, because that blue is bad ass and white has become a bit common. Honda is recalling certain model year 2015 acura tlx awd vehicles manufactured august 26, 2014, to september 20, 2014. Only drawbacks are particular to me as the cd player does not display the song. The zf 9hp is a ninespeed automatic transmission built by zf friedrichshafen ag subsidiary zf transmissions in gray court, south carolina. With only 2 recalls noted in acura tlx history, 2016 is shaping up to be a recallfree year for acura s best selling, financially attainable, and award winning mechanically reliable premium. A software update improved the problem for some people but not for others. Three problems related to software have been reported for the 2015 acura tlx.
Simply press the link button on the overhead console to enroll or to speak to acuralink support24 hours a day, seven days a week. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Acura tlx class action lawsuits california lemon law. I would really enjoy the car if this could be fixed. The 2017 acura tlx is a nearluxury competitor in a luxury field crowded with very good and very pricey cars with european badges on them.
He said that the only one was the transmission issues basically the trans fluid they use gets too thick in cold weather im in chicago and it results in very hard shifting. Acura mdx and rdx acceleration problems cause lawsuit. The 2016 acura tlx is available with a choice of three distinct drivetrains. Troubleshooting acura transmission problems youcanic. In addition, i love the color scheme it is black on the outside and leather chocolate brown on the inside. I think the gs is bigger inside, and more focused on luxury than sportiness. I like that the car has apple carplay, i have the technology package which is a must, the sound system is outstanding. A common problem that affects many acura such as tl and mdx is. Or if you prefer, call 18773752638 or contact your acura dealer. Zf has stated in one of their posts that these problems are all related to the software and not the tranny itself.
The acura tlx 2020 will probably come to the market this year. In addition, other newer model years of the tlx have fewer ownersubmitted complaints but dont earn great ratings from consumer reports. May 12, 2017 acura tlx under recall for transmission problems acura issued a recall for about 8,300 2015 acura tlx v6 vehicles, which come with 9speed automatic transmission control software. If youve had a problem, please help us out and report it. Kornfein claims that since that incident, his acura tlx continues to have shifting and hesitation problems on a. The update process may take approximately two hours and will be performed free of charge through november 1, 2015. The honda accord is, with good reason, consistently one of americas most popular sedans, and the refreshed 2018 acura tlx is a particularly nice interpretation of that car. Since i leased this vehicle back in september of 2015. Mostly minor problems some can be addressed with a simple software update. Are there transmission issues with the 2018 acura tlx. Find a high quality auto repair shop or dealer near you. Even cars with low mileage are likely to soon develop one of these common problems. Subscriptions, downloads and updates acura owners site. Acura tlx owners have reported 4 problems related to software under the electrical system category.
Acura tlx under recall for transmission problems ca. I took into my dealer and they just put in a software update from acura and it. Get reliability information for the 2019 acura tlx from consumer reports, which combines extensive survey data and expert technical knowledge. In 2015, the acura tlx was devised to replace the tsx and the tl in acura lineup of cars. I test drove a 2016 bmw 3 series was not impressed decided to lease 2020 acura tlx and saved 175 a month vs a new bmw. It didnt take long, however, for this vehicle to carve out a following in this competitive market thanks to its generous list of standard features, premium, comfortable. Acura tlx type s 2021 release date, price, and specifications. My vehicle should be listed with the recalled listing of other 2016 tlx acura vehicles. The major change to the 2018 model tlx transmission is a software update. May 01, 2017 the recall affects both twowheeldrive and fourwheeldrive 2015 acura tlx models, 8,354 of which are registered in the u. To check for problems affecting your car, select your make and model below. Software updates please contact any authorized acura dealer to determine if your vehicle is eligible for an update and to schedule a software update appointment.
The reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2019 acura tlx owners. It has every bell and whistle that i could have ever imagined. Chrysler issued technical service bulletins tsb for the 2014 jeep cherokee to fix rough and delayed gearshifts, and acura has issued transmissionrelated recalls for the 2015 acura tlx. Mar 15, 2020 the 2015 acura tlx is one that used car buyers should avoid. Updates audio system software updates conveniently update display audio and rearseat entertainment systems with the latest system software overtheair wirelessly or via usb. It is especially noticeable during cold starts i live in ontario and the temperature here is pretty cold. This 2017 tlx is my second acura, having owned a 2004 rl 3. Acura tlx recalled to fix transmission problems carcomplaints. They cannot find the reason why it slips but are noting my account. More on the acura tlx future cars worth waiting for. Exclusively from acuralink, a 90 dayfree trial of acuralink premium experience the entire suite of acuralink services with a 90day free. I still have trouble with the 2nd one and have taken it in many times.
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