This page covers 3 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2019 Acura RLX.
23–28 mpg combined
8.4–10.2 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2019 Acura RLX has 3 recalls, with two separate issues that can cause the engine to stall while driving and increase the risk of a crash.
One stall risk comes from the timing belt, where the teeth can separate from the belt, causing the engine to cut out without warning. The other involves the fuel delivery system, where the low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank can fail, cutting off the fuel supply and stalling the engine at any speed.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, which could prevent fuel from reaching the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt, which could cause the belt to fail.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace any affected timing belt at no cost. The engine will be inspected and any damaged components replaced for free.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
