general problems of the 2019 Acura TLX - part 1

The contact owned a 2019 Acura Tlx. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 mph the vehicle was losing forward velocity and the steering was pulling slightly to the right. The contact stated that the vehicle suddenly and violently turned to the right. The contact was not aware of any warning lights. The contact was unable to counter turn and the vehicle crashed into the guard rail on the right front bumper. The contact stated that the force of the crash shot his vehicle to the left, crossed two lanes of traffic and crashed into the guard rail on the left side of the highway. The contact stated that this crash with the guardrail deployed the drivers side curtain air bag. The contact stated that the force of the crash shot the vehicle to the right and he drove off of the roadway down a slight embankment. The contact was able to stop and exit the vehicle. The contact saw that front bumper had sheared off and that the right fender and wheel well were crushed. The contact stated that the he could see the right tire suspension and control arms were exposed and fractured. The contact stated that the damage of the left side of the vehicle was not as severe. The contact stated that the passenger side curtain air bag had also deployed. The contact stated that the police were on scene and wrote a report. The contact stated that he was transported by ambulance to the er. The contact stated that he had bruises and cuts on his right temple and check and swelling, cuts and bruises on the left cheek and left temple and forehead. The contact stated he was released after treatment. The contact stated that the vehicle had been towed to an impound lot. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The contact had received recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 23v751000 (engine and engine cooling) and related the failure to the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.

In 2022, my 2019 Acura Tlx a-spec received a warranty engine replacement due to a spun bearing. At that time, recall 23v-751 (connecting rod bearing defect) did not yet exist. Recently, the replacement engine developed a pronounced knocking/ticking noise at idle and during light acceleration. Multiple independent mechanics and an Acura service department confirmed the noise is abnormal and consistent with connecting rod bearing wear as described in the recall. Acura advised that my VIN is not included in the recall because the original engine was replaced. However, the replacement engine was supplied by Acura prior to the recall and may contain the same defective components. The dealership and Acura corporate did not inspect the internal components or verify whether the replacement engine used the revised bearing parts — they only referenced the VIN and engine number to deny recall eligibility. I currently have an open case with Acura, and the vehicle is scheduled for diagnostic inspection. I was informed that if the issue is determined to be related to recall 23v-751, diagnostic costs may be reimbursed, but there is no guarantee. This situation raises concern because my symptoms, timeline, and component failure are consistent with the known defect, yet my vehicle remains excluded from coverage. Given the safety implications of possible engine seizure or loss of power while driving, I am requesting that NHTSA review whether vehicles with Acura-supplied replacement engines should also fall under recall 23v-751. All service records and warranty history with Acura are available for review upon request.

My engine has been replaced under warranty for connecting rod bearings failing before the recall 23v-751 existed. 40,000 miles later it failed again. I have paper work and other information available upon request. The vehicle is currently on it's third short block replaced by Acura. No cel or anything prior to when the knocking started.

My vehicle had an engine rod bearing issue before the 1st recall, they replaced part of the engine. My vehicle also went through a starter recall and they also changed the rod bearing with the corrected part that was in for the last recall. Currently, my engine is still having the exact same rod bearing issue which is a safety concern for me. It’s currently at ed voyles Acura in chamblee, GA waiting on a decision from corporate Acura. They will determine if they will pay for the repairs of my vehicle due to an old recall. This is the worse experience I have had with the Acura brand and I have had 3 Acuras in my life time. I think Acura is a beautiful car company with great performance. I would love if this situation would allow me a rental until my vehicle is fixed. Thank you.

I am writing to formally request assistance with a premature engine failure on my 2019 Acura Tlx a-spec 3. 5l (VIN: [xxx] , mileage: 95k I have consistently followed Acura’s recommended maintenance schedule, as documented by my service history. My vehicle was also serviced under [insert recall number if you have it] at [insert dealer name], as required by Acura, and I have attached records confirming that the recall work was performed. Despite this compliance with all required maintenance and recall service, my vehicle has experienced a serious engine malfunction. This failure appears to be related to the same type of connecting rod bearing or crankshaft issue currently under investigation by the national highway traffic safety administration (NHTSA preliminary evaluation pe25008), which covers the 2018–2020 Acura Tlx with the 3. 5l v6 engine. Given that: •I have properly maintained the vehicle as recommended. •the recall repair was performed, yet the engine failure still occurred. •NHTSA is investigating this exact issue as a potential defect affecting safety and reliability. I am respectfully requesting goodwill coverage for the full cost of the necessary engine repair or replacement. If Acura is unable to offer immediate coverage, I request that this case remain open and that I be considered for reimbursement should a recall or service campaign be issued as a result of the ongoing NHTSA investigation. I chose Acura for its reputation for reliability, and I trust that Acura will stand by its customers when a serious issue like this occurs. I look forward to your timely response so we can resolve this matter promptly. Thank you for your attention and assistance. Sincerely, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

This car suffers from the engine and rod bearing recall. I took the car to park avenue Acura to complete the recall work. The car had significant damage from the rod bearing issue and the dealership had the car for a month. They replaced the rod bearing, crank shaft, regular fuel pump among other things. Once I received the car, the car failed and became inoperable. This time the high pressure fuel pump became defective. While Acura representative informed me that there is (I) active recall on the high pressure fuel pump (but not on my VIN) and (ii) direct impact of replacing regular fuel pump on leading to high pressure fuel pump failure, as my VIN is not currently acknowledged, my repairs would not be covered. I would like to request that the scope of the VIN numbers be re-evaluated and secondly the impact of fuel pumps replacement leading to other fuel pump be evaluated such that the recall work can cover both issues related to the rod bearing.

High pressure fuel pump failure. Car not functional and every warning light started to light up. The car just was serviced for rod bearing (entire crank shaft needed replacement) and regular fuel pump recall replacement which took the dealership almost a month to complete. I spoke to Acura representative who indicated that when either of the fuel pump or high pressure fuel pump is replaced, the other pump could fail. I'm not sure why both of the fuel pumps (standard and high) are not both replaced as part of the recall if there is substantial damage as was my case. Also, please note that there is an active high pressure fuel pump recall on my car, just not my VIN.

Im not sure what fails but the car wont start after coming to a stop with the auto off function and almost caused an accident because when the light turned green I couldnt take off because the car didnt start up and the car behind me almost hit me. It has happened other times at stop signs and any other stop ive made. I have to press the button my self to start up again. I havent had it inspected because I havent had any time. There are no warning lights on.

The dealership (rollit motors at 60 n gilbert rd, mesa, az 85203) appears to have listed the same vehicle—a 2019 Acura Tlx with VIN [xxx] two different listings with significantly different mileage and pricing. •one listing shows 58,703 miles priced at $24,990. •another shows 85,233 miles priced at $21,995. •both listings use the same exact VIN and show identical exterior/interior colors, trim (3. 5l technology pkg w/a-spec), and photos of the same car. When I contacted the dealership, they verbally confirmed “this is the only one we have left” but did not clarify the mileage discrepancy. I have screenshots of both listings and the dealership’s communication. I believe this may be an attempt to roll back mileage or misrepresent vehicle condition to inflate the value, which is potentially odometer fraud. Please investigate this VIN and dealership’s advertising practices. I can provide additional evidence if necessary. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The engine seized due to failed cylinder rod and/or engine bearing. This model has had a recall for the exact same issue in the past. It has been repair from when the previous owner had the car. Now this exact same issue occurred on 06/09/2025, after a month of driving the vehicle. I was driving and in the middle of nowhere my engine stopped working and it was hard to steer, couldn't accelerate, car was in motion and had to safely pull off the road. I was stranded in the las vegas heat, in henderson, in the middle of no where for 5 hours. The vehicle is getting repaired at a local repair shop with a replacement engine but I'm unsure if the newer engine has had the recall service done to it or not, so there is a potential possibility that this issue can occur again. I've had to spend 400 including deductible to repair the vehicle and is being repaired with the help of my warranty. I did not get any warnings on dash or anything.

The contact owns a 2019 Acura Tlx. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 23v858000 (fuel system, gasoline) and 23v751000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the dealer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact was placed on a waitlist for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

There are two outstanding recalls on my vehicle, and I have been unable to get scheduled for these repairs with motorcars Acura in bedford, ohio. I have been told for almost a year, that I was on a waiting list, and that I should continue to call them for availability. I would like to know what type of resolution there will be going forward, if the dealer is unable to perform these repairs in a timely manner. I am starting to feel concern with driving my vehicle safely.

My engine is starting to make a knocking/ticking noise, related to this recall. Very unuasal for a car with 65k miles. My local Acura dealers continue to tell me their waiting on parts??? both recalls are almost 1 years old. How long should a consumer wait for a known manufacturers defect?.

See attached document for complaint.

I received two recalls and multiple notices saying the parts are not available for the recall. Over 6 months later I receive a notice the parts are finally available. I tried to make an appointment with my local dealer and was told they will not repair unless the check engine light is on. If what happens in the recall (fire, crash or injury), how will I be able to get the check engine light to come on? I'm afraid to drive the car because I don't want to be stranded, plus I don't want the car to catch fire, cause a crash or be injured. Why isn't Honda/Acura making the parts to correct this problem and why is the dealer not complying with the recall notices I'm receiving? on the Acura recall website, when I enter my vpn, it notes to please take immediate action to have your vehicle repaired but the dealer won't do it! as I'm looking at the additional details below. . . It appears that a fire, crash or injury needs to happen. Unbelievable!.

The contact owns a 2019 Acura Tlx. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v751000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

The contact owns a 2019 Acura Tlx. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v751000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

The car will stall. The auto start/stop does not turn the car back on. The car fails to start sometimes when trying to leave. We have almost been rear ended multiple times, the transmission stalls and will not “go” when you press the gas or the car won’t even turn back on. We have contacted Acura and a local dealer. Both say they do not have a remedy for this issue yet even though it’s part of the recall and keep pushing it off to the next season. Each time I call for an inspection, I get told there is nothing they can do. I ask about seeking legal advice and they just tell me they don’t have a remedy so a lawyer can not help me.

I have been notified by Acura as well as carfax that I need to address my connecting rod for a potential safety issue/recall. I set up an appointment with auto nation Acura in colorado springs, CO and was just informed they are refusing to inspect my vehicle for this recall. The service advisor informed me that they will only address vehicles that have the actual failure happen to them, leaving people stranded.

1. Fuel pump module and engine crankshaft. 2. For the fuel pump module, the engine may not start or can stall while driving; increasing the risk of crashing or injury. For the engine crankshaft, the connecting rod bearing can prematurely wear and seize, causing engine damage. The damaged engine may run improperly or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a fire, crash, or injury. 3. The problem hasn’t been reproduced or confirmed by the dealer. 4. The vehicle hasn’t been inspected. 5. There were no warning signs. I have received letters in mail regarding the recalls, however the dealership has advised the first available appointment to service my car is September 2025.

The contact owns a 2019 Acura Tlx. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v858000 (fuel system, gasoline) and 23v858000 (engine and engine cooling)however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the remedy for 23v858000 was unavailable and that 23v858000 was available. The dealer informed the contact that they would have to inspect the vehicle to determine if they were experiencing the failure and if there was no indication they would be charged for the inspection. The contact stated that they were concerned about needing an inspection and being charged due to the remedy of the recall not requiring an inspection and or mentioning the possibility of a charge. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact back to the dealer regarding the possibility of being charged for the inspection. The manufacturer informed the contact a case was opened and would be escalated. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN too confirms remedy unavailable and parts distribution disconnect.

Engine failure due to spun rod bearing due to the rod bearing connection failing. Vehicle suddenly became completely immobile stopping on a busy road in the city during morning rush hour. Vehicle not only put me in danger, but many other drivers on the road because it stopped halfway into the street refusing to go forward or shift to neutral to be pushed up. There were no electrical or battery issues. Yes, the dealership has acknowledged there is a recall that has not come out yet on the rod bearing connection as well as letters from Acura regarding this problem. Yes, Acura dealership service center has inspected the vehicle with no solution proposed or a diagnosis even. No warning lights until the engine completely failed. There was a rattling/tickling sound for a few days prior to my appointment to get it checked out. The rattling grew faster upon pressing on the gas while parked and accelerating while driving. The vehicle’s engine failed on my way to the service center. The profession was very quickly on a Monday the rattling began it was driven less than 10 miles daily until the engine completely failed on Friday which was the first available service appointment.

The contact owns a 2019 Acura Tlx. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v858000 (fuel system, gasoline) and 23v751000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

It was a recall on my car trying to be proactive about the situation.

My engine shuts off while idling, shifts into neutral automatically, and stalls when sitting at a light. This is a huge safety concern for me. My fuel pressure light and battery comes on when it shuts off.

The contact owned a 2019 Acura Tlx. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 mph, the contact was hearing an abnormal ticking noise. The contact stated the check engine warning was illuminated and the fuel gauge showed a decrease in fuel level. The contact stated she observed that black smoke was emitted from under the hood and the rear of the vehicle. The contact pulled off of the highway. The contact stated that the vehicle was vibrating as she pulled over, she stopped the vehicle and exited due to smoke entering the passenger cabin. The contact said she had turned the vehicle off and she observed the smoke appeared to diminish, however, she noticed that there was a leak coming from the engine compartment and the liquid from the leak had ignited and another fire had started. The contact stated that the liquid fire had stopped combusting and as she approached the vehicle to retrieve personal items, the vehicle burst into flames at the engine compartment. The fire department and the police arrived. The fire department extinguished the flames with water. The police filed a report. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot. The contact stated that her insurance provider declared the vehicle a total loss. The contact stated that before the engine fire she had taken the vehicle to a dealer who had diagnosed a failure for a similar abnormal ticking sound and had replaced the engine. The contact stated that the vehicle fire had occurred one week after the engine had been replaced. The contact stated that she had researched online and related the failure and subsequent fire to NHTSA campaign number: 23v751000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Car stalls when auto idle stop, have to put back in park to start car.

The contact owns a 2019 Acura Tlx. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v751000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and advised the contact to call the dealer. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Vehicle shut off at busy intersection while stopped at traffic light and unable to restart. Error message keyless remote not detected. First time in Nov 2022 I replaced key fob battery and dealer updated computer from recall. Second time June 2023 dealer unable to replicate issue and replaced key fob battery. Being stuck in a busy intersection is dangerous and scary, especially with my kids in the car and angry drivers around me. To get the car restarted I finally figured out to put it in park, push the stop button, open the car door then push the start button. The vehicle has had issues several times when initially starting the car and gives error keyless remote not detected. Holding the key to the starter button allows the car to start, however I have seen the error message again while driving.

The contact owns a 2019 Acura Tlx. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph the contact observed a thumping noise emanating from the engine compartment when the brake pedal was depressed the sound grew louder. Additionally, the contact stated that when the accelerator was depressed the vehicle did not accelerate as intended. The vehicle was veered to the side of the road. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 47,396.

On several occasions I have experienced issues with the performance of my vehicle. Upon start up and attempting to move forward while the car is in drive the vehicle hesitates to move and feels like it is going to choke and stop. I have experienced this same issue at stops while the car is in operation. There is an open recall for 2015-20 Tlx no sh-awd fuel pump mtr saf recall exp2, recall date:12/18/2023 which has yet to be fixed. I have been told by tempe Acura that the parts are not available and basically I will be called when the parts are available. My safety and the safety of others are at risk when the car is not accelerating and causing a stalling or non-movement of the car. I have experienced the car stalling abruptly and coming to hard stops. The problem has been confirmed by the dealer by notice in the mail. The vehicle has been inspected when another recall was fixed which took over a year to resolve. This specific issue has yet to be resolved. There was another issue of the car stalling, which the dealer states that the electronic system needed a computer update. The problem first appeared when I purchased the car from {xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The car does not restart after it has turned off during an idle stop. This is part of the start/stop system. The stop/start feature will leave you stranded at stoplights due to a failure to restart the car. To restart, you must put the car in park mode and hit the start/stop button at least twice to turn it off, then turn on the car. This causes some panic when you get into the situation, as it is not the expected behavior. For people who are unaware can be put in a very challenging situation. This has happened multiple times in the past few months.

The auto start stop feature failed to start vehicle in 3 different occasions, leading to a traffic jam every time and vehicles behind me almost hitting me because they thought I will be moving with traffic, still waiting on Acura for appointment to bring vehicle.

My Acura Tlx engine drive reduced completely on the highway, went going 60 to 25 roughly up to date maintenance 100% oil life and now im concern that’s my vechile has been manufactured failed. Since I purchased my vehicle my seat beats get stuck unable to clip belt. My car came with speakers not working dealer tried to tell me I was crazy, until the speaker system was check yess sure enough no speaker sound at all. In my main base front center speaker ( verybig deal) all of this last Friday my Tlx aspec 3. 5v6 has been making noise and running at a very low reduced speed for no apparent reason while flashing a engine sign. Flash blank with warning engine. This event has put me at risk of safety and protection of customer purchase violations as I developed change in my daily life being blind sided about my Acura Tlx car safety and manufacturing issues. I complaint about this after purchase of vechile and they fixed the repair at no charge. But who wants they car ripped apart never in same fresh condition as purchase. I now receive bends in dash board related to speaking replacements documented in Acura profile. Yes it hasn’t been my car has been diagnostic and going for rare down of engine components at the Acura dealer. This is outrageous and so scary knowing I have too been dealt a bad Tlx.

Idle stop system works properly 99. 9% of the time. However, three times in the last 12 months, I was stopped at a light and when I took my foot off the brake the car did not start. I tried to re-start, but it did not start immediately, took about 10 to 20 seconds to start. In each of the cases, I was able to restart just not right away. These three instances were about four months or so apart. The system was checked by Acura service twice, and no issues found.