How many engine complaints does the 2019 Acura TLX have?

NHTSA lists 49 engine complaints for the 2019 Acura TLX, which is 53% of the 92 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2019 Acura TLX engine?

Yes. Recall 23V751000 covers a connecting rod bearing manufacturing error affecting engines, and recall 19V298000 covers a timing belt defect on the same model year.

At what mileage do 2019 TLX engine problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for engine-related complaints on the 2019 TLX is 14,880 miles.

Have engine problems caused crashes or injuries on the 2019 TLX?

NHTSA data tied to this engine complaint set shows 5 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries reported.

Do other TLX model years have similar engine complaint rates?

Yes, engine complaints made up 45% to 49% of total complaints for the 2016 through 2018 model years, similar to the 53% share seen in 2019, before dropping sharply from 2021 onward.

2019 Acura TLX Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 49 engine complaints for the 2019 Acura TLX, 53% of its 92 total complaints for the year. Owners most often report rod bearing failures and idle stop/start-stop systems that fail to restart the car, at a median 14,880 miles. Two related recalls cover engine connecting rod bearings and a timing belt defect.

Engine complaints: 49; 53% of 92
Crashes reported: 5
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 14,880 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Engine loses power or shuts off unexpectedly while driving, including a case where drive was reduced from 60 mph to roughly 25 mph on the highway.
The auto idle stop/start-stop system repeatedly fails to restart the engine after coming to a stop, sometimes taking 10 to 20 seconds or requiring multiple button presses, leaving the car stalled at intersections.
Rod bearing failures have recurred even after recall repairs, with one owner reporting the same rod bearing issue returning after the engine was serviced under recall.
Sudden unintended acceleration reported while pulling into a garage at low speed, resulting in a crash and airbag deployment.
Paddle-shift downshifting causes the engine to accelerate briefly instead of slowing, which owners describe as dangerous when trying to slow for traffic ahead.

When 2019 Acura TLX engine complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 24, 2019, latest Jul 22, 2026.

49 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2019 to Jul 2026; peak Jul 2024 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2019 Acura TLX

NHTSA 23V751000Nov 13, 2023Engine248,999 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Acura TLX, 2016-2020 Acura MDX, 2016 and 2018-2019 Pilot, 2017 and 2019 Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 Odyssey vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bearing in the engine may wear and seize, damaging the engine.
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 mid-December 2024, 2018 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed the end of March/early April 2024, 2019 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-May 2024, 2020 Acura TLX owner letters are expected to be mailed mid-June 2024, and 2016-2020 Acura MDX owner letters are expected to be mailed January 27, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XG1 and GG0.
NHTSA 19V298000Apr 12, 2019Engine93,946 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
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 contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is Z4L.

Engine complaints by TLX model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20120 (0%)
2015113 (33%)
201649 (45%)
201735 (49%)
201844 (46%)
201949 (53%)
202026 (42%)
20215 (7%)
20223 (12%)
20230 (0%)
20241 (20%)
20251 (25%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2019 Acura TLX have?: NHTSA lists 49 engine complaints for the 2019 Acura TLX, which is 53% of the 92 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2019 Acura TLX engine?: Yes. Recall 23V751000 covers a connecting rod bearing manufacturing error affecting engines, and recall 19V298000 covers a timing belt defect on the same model year.
At what mileage do 2019 TLX engine problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for engine-related complaints on the 2019 TLX is 14,880 miles.
Have engine problems caused crashes or injuries on the 2019 TLX?: NHTSA data tied to this engine complaint set shows 5 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries reported.
Do other TLX model years have similar engine complaint rates?: Yes, engine complaints made up 45% to 49% of total complaints for the 2016 through 2018 model years, similar to the 53% share seen in 2019, before dropping sharply from 2021 onward.