2021-2023 Acura TLX Fuel Tank Recall (24V950)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 167 vehicles · Reported December 19, 2024
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling 167 2021-2023 Acura TLX vehicles. The fuel filler neck and fuel tank may have been improperly welded, which can result in a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V950 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V950000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | JKX |
| Date reported to NHTSA | December 19, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Vehicles | 2021-2023 Acura TLX |
| Units affected | 167 |
| Build dates | December 8, 2020 to November 10, 2023 |
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline > Storage > Tank Assembly |
| Safety risk | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2023 Acura TLX in recall 24V950?
The fuel filler neck and fuel tank may have been improperly welded, which can result in a fuel leak.
Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2023 TLX vehicles. The fuel filler neck and fuel tank may have been improperly welded, which can result in a fuel leak.
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2023 TLX with recall 24V950?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the tank assembly.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V950?
Recall 24V950 covers 167 vehicles: 2021-2023 Acura TLX.
NHTSA lists 167 vehicles in this campaign, built December 8, 2020 to November 10, 2023. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2023 | Acura | TLX |
What is the fix for the TLX fuel tank recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is JKX.
When was recall 24V950 announced?
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported recall 24V950 to NHTSA on December 19, 2024. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as February 3, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| December 8, 2020 | First affected vehicle built (per Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)'s filing). |
| November 10, 2023 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| December 19, 2024 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V950000. |
| February 3, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 21 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 1067 days. If your TLX was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my TLX is part of recall 24V950?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V950 is open on your TLX, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 24V950000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should TLX owners do about recall 24V950?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 24V950000 applies to your TLX.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Acura dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any tank assembly symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are TLX owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 105 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 6 of them about the fuel system.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the fuel system have been filed since recall 24V950 was reported (4) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 105 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 6 of them involve the fuel system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Acura TLX: 69 complaints in total, 6 about the fuel system
- 2022 Acura TLX: 25 complaints in total, 0 about the fuel system
- 2023 Acura TLX: 11 complaints in total, 0 about the fuel system
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
My gas tank is failing from the fuel seal, my safety is in danger since it throws a lot of gasoline, take the car to the dealer but they say it's not a factory problem…
2021 Acura TLX owner, NY, NHTSA complaint 11716343, filed February 6, 2026
El problema es exactamente en el tanque de la gasolina, se está saliendo la gasolina en la unión de la manguera de llenado con el tanque de gasolina. Esto representa un riesgo no solo para mi seguridad sino también para cualquier persona.
2021 Acura TLX owner, NY, NHTSA complaint 11741431, filed June 1, 2026
On 07/01/2026, at approximately 8:00 AM, during steady acceleration, flashing of MIL with loss of power presented northbound after merging from 235 west bound to I-135 north bound near Park City, KS. Particularly dangerous resulting in near rear end collision. Upon taking nearest exit ramp, attached BlueDriver .
2021 Acura TLX owner, KS, NHTSA complaint 11747673, filed July 1, 2026
Can recall 24V950 make my TLX a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this tank assembly recall means their TLX qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Fuel pump and fuel line defects can cause the 2021-2023 Acura TLX to stall without warning. If it happens again after the recall repair, document it and return to the dealer.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2021-2023 Acura TLX has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the TLX went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 24V950
Is the 24V950000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed February 3, 2025.
How do I know if my TLX is part of recall 24V950000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 24V950000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Acura. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.