Steering: electric power assist system
NewRisk. A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2024 Acura TLX, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-391 the manufacturer reports only 92% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 29, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: crudmucosa, CC BY 2.0.
5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Risk. A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Risk. A brake pedal that shifts out of position can prevent the driver from applying the brakes as intended, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Acura.
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the TLX median. How we score
2024 Acura TLX 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.



Federal investigations that included the 2024 Acura TLX, and the recalls they led to.
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Infotainment system shuts down while driving and ultimately causes the power to drain from the vehicle leaving the vehicle inoperative. This is the second time this has happened. Acura has already repaired once with less than 1000 miles on the car. Now it’s happening again.
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.