NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Acura TLX Safety Ratings
The 2019 Acura TLX scores 89 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 6 recalls, and 90 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Acura TLX AWD achieved perfect five-star scores across every NHTSA crash-test category, reflecting strong occupant protection. Its crash-avoidance suite is fully standard, contributing to its overall safety profile. These factors bring the TLX AWD to a NHTSA Safety Index of 89 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. However, six recall campaigns temper this positive assessment, pulling the defect-record sub-score to 8.75 out of 20.
The 2019 Acura TLX AWD received a five-star overall crash-test rating from NHTSA and a NHTSA Safety Index of 89/100, sourced entirely from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Acura TLX ranks 32 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 89 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.8% |
| Recalls on file | 6 |
| Owner complaints | 90 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 32 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Acura TLX?
The 2019 Acura TLX AWD earns an 89/100 Safety Index, built on exceptional crash protection and standard active safety features. Crash protection scores 70/70, complemented by a perfect 10/10 for crash-avoidance technology. Forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control are standard, not optional, on this configuration. The primary factor limiting the overall score is the defect record, contributing 8.75 of a possible 20 points. This reflects six recall campaigns. Specific concerns include two separate recalls for the fuel-pump system and a campaign addressing internal engine hard parts for this model year. While crash-test performance is genuinely exceptional, the volume and breadth of recall activity represent the primary safety consideration for the 2019 TLX AWD.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Acura TLX perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Acura TLX AWD achieved a flawless five-star rating across all NHTSA crash-test categories. This included five stars for frontal impact, side impact, and rollover. The agency measured the rollover risk at 10 percent, with the dynamic tip test concluding with a "No Tip" result. No rated category for the TLX AWD falls below five stars.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13012
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Acura TLX have any recalls?
Six recall campaigns cover this model year. Components include the front-passenger occupant classification sensor in the air bag system, two separate fuel-pump campaigns in the gasoline delivery system, an internal engine hard-parts recall, and a belts-and-pulleys recall affecting the engine cooling system. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at NHTSA.gov.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER26V332000
Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involve
Reported 2026-05-21
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
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL23V751000
Risk: A damaged engine may run improperly or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a fire, crash, or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 28, 2024. 2016-2017 Acura MDX owner letters were mailed November 1, 2024. 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed in mid-December 2024. Honda began mailing owner notification letters as of March 18, 2024. 2015-2016 Acura owner letters are expected to be mailed mi
Reported 2023-11-13
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
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS19V298000
Risk: Teeth separation from the timing belt may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected timing belt free of charge. Vehicles receiving a replacement timing belt will also have the engine inspected and any damaged components will be replaced for free. The recall began June 7, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is L4M. Acura owners may c
Reported 2019-04-12
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP19V060000
Risk: Reduced fuel pump performance can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's recall number for this recall is P3W. Honda's recall number for this recall is N3X.
Reported 2019-01-29
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Acura TLX?
Ninety unverified consumer allegations have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The most frequently cited components are the Engine (31 reports), Fuel/Propulsion System (14), Fuel System (13), Gasoline (13), Engine And Engine Cooling (12), and Electrical System (12). Seven alleged crashes and three alleged injuries appear in the filings. All are unverified allegations, not established facts.
90 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Acura TLX?
Before purchasing any 2019 Acura TLX, run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool to confirm that all six recall campaigns, particularly the fuel-pump and air bag sensor actions, have received completed remedies. An unresolved recall on a 7-year-old vehicle is a concrete safety gap, not a minor paperwork issue.
- The 2019 TLX AWD is one of a small group of vehicles to earn five stars in every individual NHTSA crash-test category, including a 10 percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result.
- Two separate recall campaigns target the fuel-pump delivery system on this specific model year, making fuel-system remedy verification a priority VIN check for any used-market buyer.
- The defect-record sub-score of 8.75 out of 20 is the sole reason the Safety Index does not reach the Excellent band, directly reflecting the six recall campaigns attached to this model year.
- All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by MotorCaliber, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are standard equipment on this 2019 configuration, not optional add-ons.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Acura TLX places
The 2019 Acura TLX qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Acura TLX safety questions
Was the 2019 Acura TLX crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Acura TLX, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 89 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 TLX crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Acura TLX earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 9.8%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Acura TLX have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 6 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Acura TLX. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Acura TLX?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 90 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Acura TLX. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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Rivals in Sedan (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 13012), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Acura TLX 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 32 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.