Free. Instant. No signup. Pulls recalls and complaints for your exact vehicle.

Couldn't find that VIN. Check the digits and try again.

ProblemsByVin File / 2019-ACURA-ILX
2019 · acura

acura ILX problems

2 safety recalls. 32 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

0 5 10
Reliability score
8.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

0
Critical
2
Severe
0
Moderate

Top trouble spots 2 categories with 3+ complaints

fuel system
13 reports · avg $1,200
moderate
brakes
9 reports · avg $450
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2019 ILX · fuel system
The contact owns a 2019 Acura ILX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
12/27/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11632682.0
2019 ILX · brakes
My brake pedal randomly sinks to the floor. I have been close to rear ending the vehicle in front of me due to this issue. My car has been to the Acura dealership on three different occasions complaining of this issue but nothing was ever found. The tech was unable to replicate…
12/19/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11706018.0
2019 ILX · other
The contact owns a 2019 Acura ILX. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH downhill, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly and was pulling from side to side. The contact firmly held the steering wheel to keep the vehicle in the intended lane. Additionally, the contact…
12/04/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11703056.0
2019 ILX · fuel system
The contact owns a 2019 Acura ILX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
12/03/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11628563.0

Estimate your repair exposure

Drag to your current mileage. Numbers are derived from this vehicle's complaint history.

0 mi 200k mi
At 80,000 miles
Likely repair cost in next 24 months
$0

Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 19V052000 24/01/2019

Acura (American Honda Motor Co

If the fuel gauge displays that the vehicle has more gas than it actually does, the vehicle may run out of gas and stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is H3U, Z3T.
severe NHTSA 19V424000 06/06/2019

Acura (American Honda Motor Co

A separated driveshaft can cause the vehicle to have a loss of drive or allow the vehicle to move even while in Park, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and, as necessary, replace the driveshaft and half shaft, free of charge. The recall began August 1, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is G54.

Common questions

Is the 2019 Acura ILX reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Acura ILX is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2019 Acura ILX?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is fuel system, with 13 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,200 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The fuel system is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,200 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Acura ILX has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2019 Acura ILX?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 32 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,200, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

Related vehicles

Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 16 hours ago. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with acura. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
Get a free warranty quote →