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2021 Acura TLX Brakes Problems

Complaints
11about this part
Share
15%of 72 total for the year
Median mileage
270miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the brakes of the 2021 Acura TLX, 15% of the 72 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 270 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Driving towards the gas station, still at lows speeds while I was in the neighborhood so speed limit was 15mph. I can hear and feel the car struggle to move forward, about 2 minutes into the drive a hear a big TOON and check engine light is on for about a minute before going away. I filled gas and headed back home and I heard a larger TOON but this time all the warning light came up. …”

NHTSA complaint #11723440, filed 2026-03

“To Whom It May Concern: The purpose of my complaint is to bring to your attention reprehensible policies and misconduct displayed by the automaker, Acura, the premium subsidiary brand of the American Honda Motor Company. On 11/18/2025, I brought in my 2021 Acura TLX Tech w/SH-AWD in for a problem related to the brakes. The front brakes were and continue to make a jarring, very loud, high-pitched squeaking noise at low speeds. After 4 hours at Radley Acura of Falls Church, VA, the technician stated could not duplicate the concern. …”

NHTSA complaint #11710022, filed 2026-01

“Rotors warped and changed through warranty but loud humming and vibration is back after 2,000 miles on new rotors. Steering column is leaking fluid down to brake pedal. Steering wheel is making a clicking noise when turning. Speakers are crackling after Fakra replacement under acceleration or going over bumps.”

NHTSA complaint #11486148, filed 2022-09

“The contact owns a 2021 Acura TLX. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the steering wheel started to shake, and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. A dealer was contacted, and the contact was able to schedule an appointment to have the vehicle repaired. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the front brake rotors were damaged and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 32,000.”

NHTSA complaint #11648315, filed 2025-03, 32,000 miles

“Adaptive Damper System error on dashboard. Took the car to the dealer and they confirmed two issues. Codes C1646-14 and C1647-14 indicating the stroke sensor has lower limit abnormality. Dealer recommended replacing both rear shocks due to over extension. Once shocks were replaced, codes returned. During further investigation, corrosion was found in the stroke sensor wiring harness. Harness is the root cause of the issue. Car is available at the dealer for inspection if necessary. …”

NHTSA complaint #11717853, filed 2026-02

Related recalls

Related service bulletins

Brakes: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2023218%
2022312%
20211115%
202046%
201978%
201877%
2017913%
201655%
2015247%

Other parts of the 2021 Acura TLX

Transmission and drivetrain
28 complaintsElectrical system
10 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsForward collision avoidance
8 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsLane departure
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2021 Acura TLX

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology