2019 Acura TLX power train problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2019 Acura TLX — 12% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I am formally requesting a neutral third-party arbitration review under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act to compel American Honda Motor Co. to provide a permanent mechanical remedy—specifically, the sourcing and installation of a brand-new, redesigned engine assembly (Engine #Four)— This vehicle…”
filed May 27, 2026
“I am filing a formal safety complaint regarding the execution of NHTSA Recall 24-002 (Connecting Rod Bearing Replacement) by an authorized Acura dealership, and a fundamental safety flaw in Acura’s official Service Bulletin for this recall. My vehicle underwent "Repair #1" under this recall, which…”
filed Mar 19, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other TLX years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 TLX | 9 | 38% |
| 2021 TLX | 23 | 36% |
| 2020 TLX | 7 | 11% |
| 2018 TLX | 11 | 12% |
| 2017 TLX | 18 | 26% |
| 2016 TLX | 15 | 14% |
| 2015 TLX | 160 | 47% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2019 Acura TLX
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.