2019 Acura TLX vs 2019 Kia Rio
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 TLX | 2019 Kia Rio |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 91 | 21 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 60 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–27 | 32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 10,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura TLX | Kia Rio |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 31 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 1 |
| Power Train | 11 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2019 Acura TLX
2019 Kia Rio
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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.