NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Acura ILX Safety Ratings
The 2019 Acura ILX scores 85 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 5 recalls, and 35 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Acura ILX earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 85/100, placing it in the Strong band. Five recalls and a modest defect-record sub-score temper an otherwise impressive crash-test performance, making this a solid but not perfect safety picture for used-market shoppers.
The 2019 Acura ILX received an overall NHTSA crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars and a NHTSA Safety Index of 85 out of 100, sourced entirely from NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Acura ILX ranks 56 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 85 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 10.7% |
| Recalls on file | 5 |
| Owner complaints | 35 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 56 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Acura ILX?
For the 2019 Acura ILX, five recall campaigns significantly impact its safety profile, reflecting the clearest drag on its overall Safety Index of 85 out of 100. This places it within the Strong band, though no prior-year data is available for comparative analysis. The vehicle's crash protection sub-score registers at 61 out of 70, while its avoidance technology earns a full 10 out of 10, owing to the standard inclusion of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. The defect-record sub-score, at 13.75 out of 20, is particularly notable given the breadth of the recalls. Two campaigns address widespread fuel pump issues across Honda and Acura models, while another focuses on a driveshaft grease problem specific to 2016-2019 ILX vehicles. A fourth recall targets a deformed fuel tank in 2014-2019 ILX models, and the most recent campaign concerns brake master cylinder contamination in 2016-2020 ILX vehicles. The direct correlation between these recall subjects and reported owner complaints regarding service brakes and the fuel system underscores the imperative for owners to verify all recall remedies have been completed.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Acura ILX perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Acura ILX achieved NHTSA's strongest overall result: 5 out of 5 stars. This included a perfect 5 stars for side protection. Frontal protection received 4 out of 5 stars. The rollover rating was also 4 out of 5 stars, with an 11 percent rollover risk and no tip in the dynamic test.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14011
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Acura ILX have any recalls?
Five recall campaigns cover the 2019 ILX. Components affected include the brake master cylinder, two separate fuel pump campaigns, the driveshaft half-shaft set-ring, and a deformed fuel tank assembly. The brake master cylinder recall, involving potentially contaminated fluid, is the most safety-critical and warrants immediate VIN verification.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER25V859000
Risk: Reduced brake function can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is RN5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 17, 2025. The information in your report suggests that Honda (American Honda Motor
Reported 2025-12-11
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP23V858000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Reported 2023-12-18
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP21V215000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
Reported 2021-03-25
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT19V424000
Risk: A separated driveshaft can cause the vehicle to have a loss of drive or allow the vehicle to move even while in Park, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and, as necessary, replace the driveshaft and half shaft, free of charge. The recall began August 1, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is G54.
Reported 2019-06-06
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY19V052000
Risk: If the fuel gauge displays that the vehicle has more gas than it actually does, the vehicle may run out of gas and stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is H3U, Z3T.
Reported 2019-01-24
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Acura ILX?
Owners have filed 35 unverified complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Service Brakes and Fuel System, each cited in 13 reports, followed by Hydraulic components, Engine, and Forward Collision Avoidance systems. Two alleged crashes and one alleged injury appear in the dataset.
35 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Acura ILX?
Before purchasing a used 2019 ILX, prospective owners should verify the recall status of any individual vehicle. Five open or recently issued campaigns affect this model year, including a recall for the brake master cylinder. Remedy completion will vary, and can be confirmed via the VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup tool.
- The 2019 ILX carries five recall campaigns, more than typical for this segment, with brake master cylinder contamination, dual fuel pump campaigns, a driveshaft set-ring defect, and a deformed fuel tank all on record for this specific model year.
- The defect-record sub-score of 13.75 out of 20 is the primary reason the Safety Index stops at 85 rather than reaching a higher band, directly reflecting the recall and complaint burden unique to this production year.
- Reported complaints to NHTSA show 13 allegations each for Service Brakes and Fuel System, a pattern that directly mirrors two of the active recall subjects and suggests these issues were experienced in the field before or alongside the recall campaigns.
- All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by MotorCaliber, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are standard equipment on the 2019 ILX, contributing a perfect 10 out of 10 avoidance-tech sub-score.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Acura ILX places
The 2019 Acura ILX qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Acura ILX safety questions
Was the 2019 Acura ILX crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Acura ILX, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 85 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Acura ILX crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Acura ILX earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 10.7%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Acura ILX have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 5 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Acura ILX. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Acura ILX?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 35 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Acura ILX. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Acura RLX Sport | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi Rs5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S4 | 98/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S 60d | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14011), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Acura ILX 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 56 of 119 in the Sedan class for 2019.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.