2019 Acura TLX vs 2019 Volkswagen Golf
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2019 Acura TLX | 2019 Volkswagen Golf |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 91 | 62 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 556 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–27 | 32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 10,000 mi | 1,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura TLX | Volkswagen Golf |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 31 | 34 |
| Power Train | 11 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 35 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 6 |
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.