Used 2018 Acura TLX transmission control module from a salvage yard

Year-specific price guide

Used 2018 Acura TLX Transmission Control Module prices

Year-specific used transmission control module pricing for the 2018 Acura TLX, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Last updatedOct 16, 2026

Part overview

About the 2018 Acura TLX transmission control module

A used 2018 Acura TLX transmission control module costs between $27 and $340, with a median of $109 from 1,529 salvage yard listings.

What the transmission control module does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used transmission control module price guide →

Also known asTCMTransmission ComputerTransmission ModuleTCU
Price summary

A used 2018 Acura TLX transmission control module costs $27 to $340, with a median asking price of $109. Based on 1,529 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2012–2022 (11 model years), updated Oct 16, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$115
Grade B (good)$104
Grade C (fair)$75

2018 Acura TLX transmission control module price snapshot

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Low
$27
Average
$129
High
$340
1,782 listings observed · 1,529 priced listings used · last updated Oct 16, 2026· How we price·

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Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$27–$3351,197 listings
Grade BStandard used$30–$340264 listings
Grade CVisible wear$30–$7510 listings
Grade XUngraded$35–$15058 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $27–$340 overall range

Replacement cost

What is the 2018 Acura TLX transmission control module replacement cost?

ESTIMATE
Used part
$109
2018 Acura TLX median asking price
Labor
$95–$300
1–2 hours at $95–$150/hr
Estimated total
$205–$410
median used part + labor

Labor is a typical independent-shop range for transmission control module replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include programming and adaptive relearn procedure. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full transmission control module replacement cost breakdown

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

Air Bag, (under floor console), 3.5L, FWD49 listingsInterchange 2015–2016$144$50 – $275
Body Control (BCM), (active noise control, RH dash), 2.4L, Base48 listingsInterchange 2015–2019$118$40 – $268
Body Control (BCM), (active noise control, RH dash), 2.4L, Tech48 listingsInterchange 2015–2019$130$50 – $260
Body Control (BCM), (active noise control, RH dash), 3.5L, FWD, Advance48 listingsInterchange 2015–2020$109$50 – $270
Body Control (BCM), (active noise control, RH dash), 3.5L, FWD, Base48 listingsInterchange 2015–2019$107$50 – $272
Body Control (BCM), (active noise control, RH dash), 3.5L, FWD, Tech48 listingsInterchange 2015–2020$109$50 – $270
Driver Assist, remote start (RH dash)48 listingsInterchange 2015–2021$130$30 – $270
Memory, (mirror memory control, LH door)48 listingsInterchange 2015–2022$99$40 – $243
Body Control (BCM), (active noise control, RH dash), 3.5L, AWD47 listingsInterchange 2015–2020$120$40 – $235
Transmission, (9 speed, transmission mounted), US market, FWD47 listingsInterchange 2018–2020$136$75 – $324
Fuel Pump, (LH quarter panel, 3.5L)46 listingsInterchange 2013–2020$177$35 – $233
Network Gateway, (gateway unit, LH console area)46 listingsInterchange 2015–2020$125$65 – $250
Theft-Locking, (smart unit), (main power unit, RH dash), 3.5L, FWD46 listingsInterchange 2015–2018$110$35 – $295
Communication, telematics (RH dash)45 listingsInterchange 2015–2018$106$40 – $308
Driver Assist, compass (LH package deck)45 listingsInterchange 2012–2020$195$27 – $201
Communication, Bluetooth44 listingsInterchange 2015–2018$100$40 – $282
Transfer Case, (AWD control unit, RH quarter panel)43 listingsInterchange 2015–2018$99$40 – $256
Air Bag, (under floor console), 2.4L42 listingsInterchange 2015–2018$144$30 – $335
Steering, (electric power steering, LH dash), FWD, 3.5L, ID 39980TZ3A0242 listingsInterchange 2015–2019$100$55 – $305
Steering, (electric power steering, LH dash), FWD, 3.5L, ID 39980TZ3A0342 listingsInterchange 2015–2019$100$55 – $305
Suspension, (rear toe control, LH kick panel, FWD, RTC), 2.4L41 listingsInterchange 2015–2020$100$30 – $335
Suspension, (rear toe control, LH kick panel, FWD, RTC), 3.5L41 listingsInterchange 2015–2018$100$35 – $320
Temperature, (AC control, LH of heater blower, US market), AWD41 listingsInterchange 2015–2019$99$30 – $270
Theft-Locking, (smart unit), (main power unit, RH dash), 2.4L40 listingsInterchange 2015–2018$107$40 – $335
Parking Brake, (LH quarter), ID 39920TZ3A0139 listingsInterchange 2015–2020$100$50 – $230
Parking Brake, (LH quarter), ID 39920TZ7A0139 listingsInterchange 2015–2020$99$48 – $257
Parking Brake, (LH quarter), ID 39920TZ4A0137 listingsInterchange 2015–2020$93$40 – $250
Power Supply, (voltage stabilizer unit, center console)37 listingsInterchange 2015–2020$99$50 – $340
Air Bag, (under floor console), 3.5L, AWD34 listingsInterchange 2015–2018$157$75 – $318
Steering, (electric power steering, LH dash), AWD32 listingsInterchange 2015–2019$99$40 – $180
Transmission, (9 speed, transmission mounted), US market, AWD32 listingsInterchange 2018–2020$136$65 – $228
Steering, (electric power steering, LH dash), FWD, 2.4L, ID 39980TZ4A0229 listingsInterchange 2015–2018$105$50 – $335
Theft-Locking, (smart unit), (main power unit, RH dash), 3.5L, AWD, Tech28 listingsInterchange 2015–2018$100$27 – $199
Steering, (electric power steering, LH dash), FWD, 2.4L, ID 39980TZ4A6224 listingsInterchange 2015–2018$101$40 – $250
Theft-Locking, (smart unit), (main power unit, RH dash), 3.5L, AWD, Advance21 listingsInterchange 2015–2019$110$50 – $286
Transmission, (9 speed, transmission mounted), Canada market, (AWD)8 listingsInterchange 2018–2020$140$45 – $215
Information-GPS-TV, (audio interface)4 listings$140$120 – $228

Year-specific context

How does the 2018 Acura TLX compare?

The 2018 guide is based on 1,782 observed listings, including 1,529 with posted prices. Its $109 median is 8% above the Acura TLX guide's $101 median.

Among the 10 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #5 from lowest to highest median.

Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022. Shopping across all 11 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.

Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.

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What does a Acura TLX transmission control module cost in other years?

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01wide ±126%

AC Compressor

$150median
$50$429
02wide ±186%

ABS Module

$192median
$34$750
03wide ±257%

Air Bag

$250median
$50$1,337
04wide ±138%

Alternator

$111median
$25$332
05wide ±231%

Axle Shaft

$102median
$30$502
06wide ±116%

Blower Motor

$56median
$30$160
07wide ±299%

Brake Caliper

$80median
$15$493
08wide ±148%

Rear Bumper Assembly

$520median
$125$1,661
09spread ±53%

Front Bumper

$295median
$130$440
10wide ±80%

Rear Bumper

$320median
$60$570
11wide ±275%

Car Radio

$167median
$30$949
12wide ±172%

Center Console

$116median
$45$445
13wide ±98%

AC Condenser

$148median
$40$330
14wide ±232%

Control Arm

$88median
$35$443
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Differential

Price data updating

16wide ±79%

Door Assembly

$868median
$349$1,720
17wide ±233%

Drive Shaft

$209median
$60$1,036
18wide ±267%

Engine

$1,700median
$288$9,378
19wide ±208%

Engine Computer

$125median
$33$553
20wide ±125%

Exhaust Manifold

$200median
$100$599
21wide ±85%

Fender

$355median
$100$705
22wide ±164%

Fog Light

$185median
$42$650
23wide ±193%

Front Seat

$206median
$56$850
24wide ±135%

Fuel Pump

$120median
$25$350
25wide ±112%

Fuel Tank

$135median
$49$352
26wide ±162%

Grille

$312median
$50$1,059
27wide ±113%

Headlight Assembly

$1,095median
$325$2,800
28tight ±10%

Heater Core

$101median
$95$116
29wide ±77%

Hood

$812median
$375$1,630
30wide ±155%

Ignition Switch

$78median
$25$267
31

Instrument Cluster

Price data updating

32wide ±120%

Intake Manifold

$110median
$38$303
33wide ±244%

Master Cylinder

$100median
$25$513
34wide ±123%

Side Mirror

$300median
$85$820
35wide ±133%

Power Steering Pump

$96median
$40$295
36wide ±92%

Quarter Panel

$595median
$231$1,324
37wide ±124%

Radiator

$135median
$50$385
38wide ±135%

Rear View Mirror

$96median
$36$295
39wide ±166%

Starter

$85median
$30$313
40wide ±117%

Steering Column

$150median
$40$391
41wide ±248%

Steering Rack

$335median
$60$1,720
42wide ±116%

Steering Wheel

$214median
$50$546
43wide ±213%

Strut

$125median
$25$558
44wide ±161%

Sunroof

$232median
$76$824
45wide ±103%

Tail Light

$275median
$80$645
46wide ±76%

Tailgate

$860median
$340$1,655
47wide ±193%

Throttle Body

$65median
$20$271
48wide ±62%

Torque Converter

$399median
$199$695
49wide ±100%

Transfer Case

$208median
$95$510
50wide ±212%

Transmission

$685median
$175$3,073
51wide ±162%

Turbocharger

$400median
$80$1,376
52wide ±130%

Water Pump

$83median
$25$241
53wide ±176%

Wheels

$212median
$50$795
54wide ±146%

Window Regulator

$99median
$30$320

Common questions

2018 Acura TLX transmission control module FAQ

How much is a used 2018 Acura TLX transmission control module?

Based on 1,529 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Acura TLX transmission control module lists between $27 and $340, with a median asking price of $109.

How much does it cost to replace a 2018 Acura TLX transmission control module?

Using a used part, a 2018 Acura TLX transmission control module replacement typically runs $205–$410 all-in: the median used transmission control module for this year lists at $109, and independent-shop labor for transmission control module replacement typically takes 1–2 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$300). The labor figure does not include programming and adaptive relearn procedure. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.

Will a 2018 Acura TLX transmission control module fit another year?

Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 Acura TLX transmission control module also appear under model years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.

How much is a 2018 Acura TLX tcm?

A tcm is another name for a transmission control module. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Acura TLX transmission control module — median $109, from 1,529 listings.

2018 Acura TLX Transmission Control Module Cost — Used From $27 to $340