Originally Posted by ELIN

I don't think traction control needs to be off. However, I would suggest keeping the engine start/stop active as that is how the reviewers tested it.

FWIW, I never turn off my engine start/stop and I had the transmission issue.

Originally Posted by bilirubin

Alright I tried it again in 4 different combinations: Traction control on and off with Engine autostart-stop on and off. In all cases I still couldn't reproduce the issue. I've had my car for almost a year and tried to directly cause the issue to happen a couple dozen times this week, but still nothing wrong with the transmission. It shifts perfectly fine without any hint neutral hang.

Originally Posted by ELIN

Thanks for trying!

It may not be every car. I was just that lucky!

Originally Posted by richii0207

I’m convinced your car was the trial run for the assembly robots with all the issues you had, unless it was cursed. 👻

Originally Posted by ELIN

I don't think traction control needs to be off. However, I would suggest keeping the engine start/stop active as that is how the reviewers tested it.

FWIW, I never turn off my engine start/stop and I had the transmission issue.

Originally Posted by Flapjackura

Your posts are always informative so don't take this the wrong way, but this on-ramp and merge situation you've described sounds like it would be potentially fatally hazardous for anyone driving something like an older Toyota Prius which goes from 0 to 60 in about, seemingly, 9 and a half hours. It's amazing that an intersection's traffic management design could be so hazardous that a relatively much quicker car, such as the TLX, would struggle with it to an extent that would be dangerous. When I put my FWD TLX in sport mode, it goes like a stabbed rat from a standstill as well as from a rolling start - I don't think it's ever caused me to fear for my life in any kind of situation. Maybe there's turbo lag going on but it's never been enough to scare me.

Originally Posted by ELIN

Appreciate your post and remembering my contributions!

When I traded in the '21 TLX, I left quite a bit on the table to the tune of 1 year's worth of downpayment left on the lease (~$1200) and the overage miles from the prior MDX lease that got carried over. Due to getting the TLX closer to the beginning of the Pandemic, I was not even averaging 10k miles a year so I definitely paid for miles I never used!

Conservatively, it probably cost me at least $2000 total to switch out. That is how much my safety means to me! Not sure why I'm being made fun of because of safety reasons but there is no place for this, not even a forum!

Originally Posted by bilirubin

Alright I tried it again in 4 different combinations: Traction control on and off with Engine autostart-stop on and off. In all cases I still couldn't reproduce the issue. I've had my car for almost a year and tried to directly cause the issue to happen a couple dozen times this week, but still nothing wrong with the transmission. It shifts perfectly fine without any hint neutral hang.

Originally Posted by sonyfever

Fiatlux said in another thread that he was only able to reproduce it for left turn. The reason is that the car stays in 2nd gear longer during the turning phase. Maybe you can try again - 2nd gear during turning and VSA light flashing in 2nd gear seem to be the key.

Originally Posted by richii0207

I’m convinced your car was the trial run for the assembly robots with all the issues you had, unless it was cursed. 👻

Originally Posted by BruceLandry1

2023 Type S, I've had something similar happen a few times when turning at full throttle, I don't hear the revs hang like it's in neutral but it seems to cut power and you move forward in your seat pretty abruptly. A bit unnerving when wanting to get out in front of traffic

Originally Posted by ELIN

I'm saddened to hear that even '23 models are susceptible to this issue. If this can't be fixed, I would seriously consider getting into a different car as I did (especially if you have kids). The TrueTouch was something I reluctantly tolerated but this is a safety issue that had me running for the hills!

Originally Posted by subiefanIL83

This seems to be a Type S specific issue. Unless thats the only trim your considering, then its not really an issue.

Originally Posted by ELIN

I can guarantee you it's not. What Mark was experiencing in the SG video is the same as what I experienced in my '21 TLX SHAWD A-Spec. My experience was well documented and I experienced a lot of unfair ridicule at the time.

Some poor sap out there has my car and may or may not chime into AZ one day...

Originally Posted by subiefanIL83

Too bad you couldn't reach out to SG to have them help out with you. I can't say that I have experienced this issue in my RDX. No I'm not doing full throttle turns all the time, but no doubt some have been done without the issue you and SG described.

Originally Posted by ELIN

I'm pretty sure you have done at least one of the following:

1) Made a left or right turn out of a parking lot w/fast oncoming traffic.

2) Made an entry onto a highway that had a short ramp and required a full stop followed by acceleration from an angle.

3) Stopped at a light and tried to make a turn as soon as the light turns green to beat oncoming traffic coming towards you.

Everyone one of those scenarios above was definitely rolling the dice. If Acura doesn't allow you to do this "on purpose", then why does every other car make let you?

Originally Posted by bilirubin

I've done all of the above (#3 multiple times) without reproducing that issue whatsoever.

Originally Posted by ELIN

I'm pretty sure you have done at least one of the following:

1) Made a left or right turn out of a parking lot w/fast oncoming traffic.

2) Made an entry onto a highway that had a short ramp and required a full stop followed by acceleration from an angle.

3) Stopped at a light and tried to make a turn as soon as the light turns green to beat oncoming traffic coming towards you.

Everyone one of those scenarios above was definitely rolling the dice. If Acura doesn't allow you to do this "on purpose", then why does every other car make let you?

Originally Posted by bmccord

OK, I haven't read this whole thread however I know about this issue. I have had it happen one time only. I was pulling out into traffic making a hard right when I realized the vehicle behind me was going significantly faster than the speed limit so mid tun I just wooded it and when it went to shift there was just no gear. Just revs. really weird. I smacked the flasher button but it found a gear after lifting for a second or so. Not a great situation. When you need to get a move on, you need to get a move on.

Originally Posted by DubPK

I remember watching the SG video on this and tried it on my Type S multiple times and wasn't able to reproduce it. I hope if it's a real safety issue it's diagnosed and properly recalled someday for adjustments. Personally don't find myself ever going hard over left or right with wot, I've seen some shit and just wait for a safer turn. Would hate to have something like this happen during an emergency maneuver though.

Originally Posted by ELIN

That’s why I find Acura’s explanation full of sh1t! Seems to be a real problem for a handful of folks and not something that can be addressed by a recall.

Originally Posted by Tehpmd

I agree.

My type S is at 40k miles and it's happening to me every single time I floor it from 0-60 on a straight away.

Originally Posted by Tehpmd

I agree.

My type S is at 40k miles and it's happening to me every single time I floor it from 0-60 on a straight away.

If SG says Acura told them that it's software protecting the transmission then I must have a broken transmission that's getting worse by the day and they refuse to do anything about it. Dealer refuses to floor it from 0 to 60 as it's too dangerous for their mechanics to reproduce. Not even willing to drive to freeway on ramp to try 🤦

Originally Posted by GunnerX

Just had this happen to me when turning left from a stop. Stomped on the gas and as I entered the lane, car lost power. I immediately switched to the right lane where it regained power. I remembered the SG video where they mentioned the same thing so here we are.

Originally Posted by ijm5012

Do you have a Type-S or a non Type-S?

I’ve got an A-Spec that’s KTuned, and have made 90* turns at full throttle to where the back end would slide out, and haven’t had the transmission hesitation issue yet.

Originally Posted by ELIN

Honestly, I'm just waiting for whoever bought my car second hand to show up on AZ and confirm what I've been saying all along. Not sure where the skeptics are now but there are fewer and fewer of them as the TLX has already passed the midway point of the current generation!

Originally Posted by ELIN

Not sure where the skeptics are now but there are fewer and fewer of them as the TLX has already passed the midway point of the current generation!

Originally Posted by Baksju

maybe cause the car is great overall? Also, are you lurking Acura forums cuz you regret your bummer umm I mean bimmer purchase and wish you had your Acura back??

Originally Posted by ELIN

I'm just seeing what other issues this gen TLX has as it finishes out the cycle

Originally Posted by rabbit73

You reported an issue on a 4cyl that was only ever attributed to the Type S. You keep posting about how it happened repeatedly, but you didn't think to document the issue somehow? I'm thinking maybe your particular car was just a lemon and you're trying to apply your experience across the entire model line.

Originally Posted by ELIN

Sure thing.

I pull up to the entrance on US 46 and come to a full stop due to a STOP sign (I've noticed there are way more STOP signs compared to YIELDS in NJ for whatever reason). As the entry ramp is typically at an awkward angle like 45 deg into traffic, I not only have to come up to full speed to enter 46, I have to angle back into the right most lane so that I don't accidentally enter the middle lane (see pic and remember the STOP sign is right where 46 meets the entry ramp). As I'm trying to enter the West-bound side of 46, I'm entering a portion where the drivers already on 46 are in a state of euphoria after having driven past the slowdown that is the 46/route 3 merger. In other words, they'll be making up for speed they lost and are typically zooming by at 60-80 mph. I get out of Normal/Comfort mode on the TLX by going into Sport mode. When I slam the throttle to the floor, there is a slight hesitation after a split second that makes me think "yup, I'm getting hit by oncoming traffic." I think we all agree that the 2.0 TLX has a bit of turbo lag. Eventually I got used to this hesitation, but going from 0-60 and trying to find an empty spot to join traffic has always been pretty dicey at intersections such as these.

Please let me know if this is descriptive enough to describe my issue. Note that the pictured entry ramp is considered "middle of the road" lengthwise. I've had shorter ramps that are only 1-2 car lengths again with a stupid STOP sign and similar angles.

Originally Posted by norsairius

I think I get what you're saying. The TLX will sometimes have massive hesitation when I roll up to a roundabout and then hit the throttle to go through. This happens in situations where I don't come to a complete stop and in the transition from slowing down to quickly needing to accelerate again. I've found it's due to clumsiness with the transmission and for what it's worth, I've experienced this hesitation in other cars (2018 Mazda CX-9 with a 6spd auto and 2019 VW GTI with a 7spd dual clutch auto come to mind).

The 10-speed in the TLX is better than I expected it would be, but it's still a weak spot in the powertrain/driving experience and not as responsive or snappy as the ZF 8-speed that BMW and so many others use. I think the ZF 8-speed is probably the best automatic on the market today barring maybe dual clutch transmissions that may make a difference for the track enthusiasts out there.

Originally Posted by ELIN

What makes you think I didn't document it? Below is a post from '22 and I mentioned well before that and definitely before the SG video:

Originally Posted by ELIN

What exactly do you stand to lose if I'm telling the truth? Just curious why one would get so worked up over another owner's experience. I got a bad car and I got rid of it!