2019 Acura Ilx vs 2019 Volkswagen GTI
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2019 Acura Ilx | 2019 Volkswagen GTI |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 36 | 179 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 83 | 465 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28 | 27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 1,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura Ilx | Volkswagen GTI |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 133 |
| Power Train | 0 | 62 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 23 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 16 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 148 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2019 Acura Ilx
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.