repaired · 2026 Q3
Occupant classification: front passenger
NewRisk. Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
2019 Acura TLXProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 93 owner complaints about the 2019 Acura TLX, most often about the engine. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-858 the manufacturer reports only 75% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 12, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Acura TLX has problems
93 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
32Engine1 crash/fire/injury
14Fuel/propulsion system
13Engine and engine cooling2 crash/fire/injury
13Fuel system, gasoline
12Electrical system
11Power train
7Service brakes
6Vehicle speed control
5Forward collision avoidance
106 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 32 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 14 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 13 | 2 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 13 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 12 | 0 |
| Power train | 11 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 7 | 4 |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 3 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 1 |
| 6 other systems | 10 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2019 Acura TLX recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
Risk. A damaged engine may run improperly or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a fire, crash, or injury.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2020 Q3
Gasoline: belts and associated pulleys
Risk. Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. Reduced fuel pump performance can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Acura.
Best & worst years
2019 vs. every other TLX year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the TLX median. How we score
'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2019 Acura TLX safety ratings
2019 Acura TLX 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (9.8% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
3 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2019 Acura TLX, and the recalls they led to.
- No Restart After Auto Start/Stop EngagesOpen
- Engine failureOpen
- Engine failureNo recall
In owners' words
What TLX owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
- The engine ceased while the car was moving, causing (a) A sudden stop (b) Engine stopping and the car becoming inoperable in the middle of a street. - There were no injuries because the failure happened at low speed. The same failure on an expressway would be a major safety concern since the car…
I am formally requesting a neutral third-party arbitration review under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act to compel American Honda Motor Co. to provide a permanent mechanical remedy—specifically, the sourcing and installation of a brand-new, redesigned engine assembly (Engine #Four)— This vehicle…
My engine has been replaced under warranty for connecting rod bearings failing before the recall 23V-751 existed. 40,000 miles later it failed again. I have paper work and other information available upon request. The vehicle is currently on it's third short block replaced by Acura. No CEL or…
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