A generation is a collection of years for a specific model where there isn't much change in the design, parts used, or the manufacturing process. Model years within a generation often share the same problems making them incredibly helpful for predicting problems and overall cost of ownership.
We've run the numbers and think the 3rd generation TL (2004—2008) should be avoided. It ranks dead last in our generation reliability rankings.
The CL has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 2nd generation (2001—2003) has been the least reliable.
The CSX has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The EL has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 2nd generation (2001—2005) has been the least reliable.
The ILX has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The ILX Hybrid has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Integra has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 2nd generation (1990—1993) has been the least reliable.
The Legend has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 2nd generation (1991—1995) has been the least reliable.
The MDX has 3 generations available in North American markets. The 1st generation (2001—2006) has been the least reliable.
The MDX Sport Hybrid has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The NSX has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 1st generation (2000—2005) has been the least reliable.
The RDX has 3 generations available in North American markets. The 3rd generation (2019—2020) has been the least reliable.
The RL has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 1st generation (1996—2004) has been the least reliable.
The RLX has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The RLX Sport Hybrid has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The RSX has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The SLX has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The TL has 4 generations available in North American markets. The 3rd generation (2004—2008) has been the least reliable.
The TLX has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The TSX has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 1st generation (2004—2008) has been the least reliable.
The ZDX has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The best way to find out what's wrong with a vehicle is from the people who drive them. Not only do owner complaints help us rank vehicles by reliability, but they're often used to spark class-action lawsuits and warranty extensions. Plus, they're a great way to vent.