Model year guide

2016 Acura TLX

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Acura TLX is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 14 on record.

2016 Acura TLX — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 Acura TLX at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints108
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Typical price$19,750

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2016 Acura TLX recalls 3

Fuel System, Other:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #19V060000 · 29/01/2019

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's recall number for this recall is P3…

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical NHTSA Campaign #23V751000 · 13/11/2023

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Acura TLX, 2016-2020 Acura MDX, 2016 and 2018-2019 Pilot, 2017 and 2019 Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bearing in the engine may wear and seize, damaging the engine.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 28, 2024. 2016-2017 Acura MDX owner letters were mailed November 1, 2024. 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed in mid-December 2024. Honda began mailing owne…

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #23V858000 · 18/12/2023

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2016 Acura TLX common problems

Owners have filed 108 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Lane Departure
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2016 Acura TLX safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2016 Acura TLX 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

What's a 2016 Acura TLX worth?

Low
$15,800
Typical price
$19,750
High
$23,995

From 13 comparable 2016 Acura TLX listings.

2016 Acura TLX trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · TECH · TECH V6 · SH-AWD TECH V6 · ADVANCE V6
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl 206 hp · 3.5L 6-cyl 290 hp

2016 Acura TLX vehicles on record

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Other Acura TLX model years

2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2015 2006

2016 Acura TLX — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Acura TLX have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2016 Acura TLX. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Acura TLX?

Owners have filed 108 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, service brakes.

What is the 2016 Acura TLX safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2016 Acura TLX an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 5★).

How much is a 2016 Acura TLX worth?

Comparable 2016 Acura TLX listings run roughly $15,800–$23,995, typically around $19,750 (from 13 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.