2019 Acura TLX vs 2021 Acura TLX
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2019 Acura TLX | 2021 Acura TLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 92 | 68 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 113 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–27 | 24–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 10,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura TLX | Acura TLX |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 11 | 26 |
| Engine | 31 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
2019 Acura TLX
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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.