NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Acura RLX Sport Safety Ratings
The 2019 Acura RLX Sport scores 100 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), 0 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
For the 2019 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid 4DR AWD, the data presents a truly exceptional safety profile. This model year achieved a perfect Safety Index score of 100 out of 100, placing it squarely in the top tier. The vehicle recorded zero recalls and zero owner complaints with NHTSA, a rare distinction. This flawless record extends across every component of our safety index calculation, indicating a comprehensive and robust performance based on federal data.
The 2019 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid 4DR AWD holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 100/100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Acura RLX Sport ranks 1 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 100 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.7% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 1 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Acura RLX Sport?
The 2019 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid 4DR AWD recorded a perfect 100/100 Safety Index, placing it in the Exceptional band. This maximum score reflects a robust performance across all rated safety dimensions. The vehicle's crash protection sub-score of 70 out of 70 derives from its NHTSA rating for rollover, coupled with a low 10 percent rollover risk. Its avoidance technology sub-score of 10 out of 10 is based on three standard-fit systems: forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. The defect record is similarly unblemished, with a perfect 20 out of 20 sub-score, reflecting zero recalls and zero owner complaints submitted to NHTSA. It is important to note that NHTSA did not conduct overall, frontal, or side crash evaluations for this specific model year; thus, those particular crash dimensions remain unassessed.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Acura RLX Sport perform in crash tests?
For the 2019 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid, NHTSA did not publish overall or frontal crash ratings. The agency awarded its top 5 out of 5 stars for side protection. The RLX Sport Hybrid also earned 5 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a low 10 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" dynamic test result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13010
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Acura RLX Sport have any recalls?
No recall campaigns are on file for the 2019 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid. NHTSA records show zero recall actions associated with this specific model year. There are no park-outside advisories and no do-not-drive campaigns to flag. Shoppers should still run a VIN check through NHTSA's recall database to confirm this status remains current.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Acura RLX Sport?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2019 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid. No unverified allegations involving crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been submitted. No specific components have been flagged through consumer reports. This absence of complaints is itself a notable data point for this model year.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Acura RLX Sport?
The 2019 RLX Sport Hybrid currently shows no open recalls in NHTSA's database. This stands as a notable point for a 7-year-old vehicle. Prospective buyers should nonetheless verify recall status by VIN, as conditions can change for any vehicle after it leaves the new-car market.
- NHTSA awarded the 2019 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid 5 out of 5 stars for both side crash protection and rollover resistance, with a rollover risk of 10 percent and a dynamic tip result of No Tip.
- Overall and frontal NHTSA star ratings are not rated for this model year, meaning those test results do not exist in the federal database rather than reflecting a low score.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for this specific model year, and the defect record sub-score of 20 out of 20 reflects both the absence of recalls and the absence of any NHTSA-logged owner complaints.
- All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by the Safety Index, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are confirmed standard equipment on this 2019 trim, contributing a full 10 out of 10 to the avoidance tech sub-score.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Acura RLX Sport places
The 2019 Acura RLX Sport qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Acura RLX Sport safety questions
Was the 2019 Acura RLX Sport crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Acura RLX Sport, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 100 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Acura RLX Sport crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Acura RLX Sport earned 5 out of 5 stars for side and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 9.7%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Acura RLX Sport have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Acura RLX Sport as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Acura RLX Sport?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Acura RLX Sport. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other RLX Sport years
Rivals in Sedan (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S 75d | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13010), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Acura RLX Sport 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 1 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.