Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2019 Acura TLX owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2019 Acura TLX. The contact received notification of HTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The local dealer was notified of the issue and confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle, the RPM dropped, and the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed as a failure with the fuel filler pipe. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, and it was diagnosed as a failure with the fuel filler pipe. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. …
The contact owns a 2019 Acura TLX. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the parking assist fault warning light illuminated, and the emergency automatic braking system engaged. The contact attempted to turn off and restart the vehicle however, the vehicle failed to engage properly. The contact waited for approximately 2 hours after contacting a towing company to tow her vehicle. The vehicle resumed normal operation. The contact mentioned that the gear failed to shift from drive to reverse. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel fuller system was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred two additional times. The contact mentioned that she received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V215000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) in July and had the recall repair performed. …
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. …
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 contact owns a 2019 Acura TLX. The contact received notifications 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 dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the remedy for NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) was unavailable and that parts for NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) was available. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle needed to be inspected to determine if the vehicle was experiencing the failure; however, the contact would be charged for the inspection. …
Driving on the hwy on left most lane, car started jerking when accelerating and slowing when hitting the accelerator. Check engine light blinks on and off while this is happening. Scary and terrifying moment on the hwy, was able to get into emergency lane and slowly get car off hwy into parking lot. Got the car towed to Acura, they ran "diagnostics" and could not replicate the problem or even find the check engine code. They recommended 7 items of which some were complete nonsense and upselling instead of finding the solution to dangerous problem. Seems like the fuel pump issue and they won't confirm anything. Saying I need at oil change with 40% left on indicator, tire rotation, ac filter, and other non sense upsells instead of finding the problem that almost caused accident. Acura dealership had no clue when fuel pump part will come in and I have no other vehicle. …
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! …
The contact owns a 2019 Acura TLX. The contact stated the vehicle was recently taken to a local dealer and was repaired under a recall for the fuel pump. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while stopped at a red light, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and it was determined that the second fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that there would be a cost for the repairs since the failure was related to the second fuel pump and not the fuel pump that was recently replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
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 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.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V…
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Fuel system, other › Delivery › Fuel pump
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019.
Fuel System complaints in other TLX years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2019 Acura TLX?
NHTSA has 27 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2019 Acura TLX, 29% of the model year's 93 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2019 Acura TLX fuel system problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 23V-858 (fuel pump, Dec 18, 2023); NHTSA recall 21V-215 (fuel pump, Mar 25, 2021); NHTSA recall 19V-060 (fuel pump, Jan 29, 2019). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2019 Acura TLX fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 10,000 miles, and 83% before 25,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.