2020 Acura TLX vs 2020 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 | 2020 Acura TLX | 2020 Kia Rio |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 62 | 26 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 48 | 68 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–27 | 36 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura TLX | Kia Rio |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 19 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 | 0 |
| Power Train | 7 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 5 |
2020 Acura TLX
2020 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.