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NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2019 Acura Rlx Sport

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

0Recalls
0Complaints
2Investigations
ABOUT THE ACURA RLX SPORT

The Acura RLX Sport Hybrid is the flagship sedan from Honda's luxury division, targeting buyers who want a refined, technology-forward alternative to German and Japanese executive cars. Positioned at the top of Acura's lineup, it pairs a hybrid powertrain with all-wheel drive and a suite of advanced safety electronics, appealing to drivers who prioritize sophistication and safety in equal measure.

VERDICT

The 2019 Acura Rlx Sport earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 100 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • families prioritizing rollover safety
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the RLX Sport Hybrid for its composed, quiet ride and high level of standard technology, noting that the cabin materials and refinement feel appropriate for a flagship sedan. Driving dynamics are described as smooth and confidence-inspiring rather than sporty. Some reviewers point to the infotainment interface as a friction point, though overall comfort and feature content draw consistent appreciation.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

OverallNot rated
FrontalNot rated
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 9.7%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13010

Index breakdown

Crash protection70/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record20/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Acura Rlx Sport at NHTSA as of 2026-07-02. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths

Other Rlx Sport years

Rivals in Sedan (2019)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 13010), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Acura Rlx Sport 2019. Class rank 1 of 119 in Sedan 2019. Methodology · Disclosure