2019 Acura ILX problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
36 owner complaints analyzed
5 distinct recall campaigns
39,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2019 model year. Data snapshot: . 12 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Fuel System, Gasoline is the most frequently named component, appearing in 13 of 36 complaints (36.1%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 13 | 36.1% |
| Engine operation | 4 | 11.1% |
| Transmission and shifting | 2 | 5.6% |
| Steering behavior | 2 | 5.6% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 1 | 2.8% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 2.8% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 2 |
Fuel System, Gasoline: 13; Service Brakes: 9; Service Brakes, Hydraulic: 4; Engine: 3; Fuel/Propulsion System: 3; Unknown Or Other: 3; Electrical System: 2; Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking: 2
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 3 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 6 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 2 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 1 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 3; 25,000 to 49,999: 6; 50,000 to 74,999: 2; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 1; 150,000 and above: 0
25,000 to 49,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (6). 24 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 14 |
| 2025 | 7 |
| 2026 | 8 |
2020: 1; 2021: 2; 2022: 2; 2023: 2; 2024: 14; 2025: 7; 2026: 8
Pattern summary
Fuel System, Gasoline leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 13 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 4 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 2 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11362434 · 2020-10-02 (October 2, 2020)
WHAT HAPPENS IS THE BRAKE PEDAL SINKS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. IT HAPPENS WHILE GOING FORWARD AND IN REVERSE. SLOW SPEEDS OR HIGHWAY SPEEDS. WHEN THIS HAPPENS I HAVE NO CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CANNOT STOP. I HAVE ADDRESSED THE ISSUE ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS TO PARAGON ACURA IN QUEENS NY AND THEY HAVE DONE NOTHING TO REMEDY THE ISSUE. THEY PROVIDED A STATEMENT TO ME IN AUGUST SAYING THAT THE POWER BRAKING SYSTEM IS AFFECTED BY THE AIR CONDITIONING BEING ON AS THAT DISRUPTS THE ENGINE VACCUM. SO I ASKED SO THEN THERE'S A RECALL CORRECT AN…
Owner-reported narrative. 16,151 miles reported. Look up ODI 11362434 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11475123 · 2022-07-21 (July 21, 2022)
This his happened 3 times now. I have been driving on the highway with no cars in front of me in my lane within a quarter mile, and the braking since starts flashing a warning and starts to hard break, it is not only startling but very dangerous. This happened the 3rd time in a year. I usually try to disable it to prevent these issues but it auto turns itself back on every time i start the car so i sometimes forget to turn it off. It is not only startling but has caused sligh injury to myself because of the sudden breaking
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11475123 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11584533 · 2024-04-22 (April 22, 2024)
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 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 stated that while her nephew was driving at approximately 65 MPH, several unknown warning lights flashed on the instrument panel and then the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that her nephew…
Owner-reported narrative. 26,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11584533 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11619605 · 2024-10-14 (October 14, 2024)
To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to express my serious concerns regarding the safety recall (NHTSA Recall No. 21V-215) for the fuel pump on my 2019 Acura ILX, VIN [XXX] . While I appreciate that American Honda has issued this recall, I am deeply troubled by the lack of available replacement parts and the company's decision to prioritize repairs only for vehicles currently experiencing symptoms. This approach fails to adequately address the safety risks for all affected vehicles and owners. The recall notice clearly states that the defectiv…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11619605 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11624093 · 2024-11-07 (November 7, 2024)
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 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 contact stated that the vehicle occasionally failed to start, and occasionally after shifting to drive(D), the vehicle stalled. The power steering and stability-trac warning lights remained illuminated during the f…
Owner-reported narrative. 70,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11624093 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11731125 · 2026-04-14 (April 14, 2026)
The contact owned a 2019 Acura ILX. The contact stated that while reversing, the backward collision avoidance system activated without any objects or persons behind the vehicle, and the vehicle abruptly stopped. The backup sensor did not sound, and the vehicle then shifted into drive, and the vehicle independently accelerated. No warning lights were illuminated. The air bags were deployed. No injuries were sustained. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a salvage yard, where it was determined that the vehicle was totaled. The man…
Owner-reported narrative. 61,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11731125 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11703056 · 2025-12-04 (December 4, 2025)
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 depressed the brake pedal simultaneously, but the vehicle hesitated to respond, causing the braking distance to be extended. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The messages "Collision Mitigation Braking System Problem", "High Beams Problem", "Lane Depar…
Owner-reported narrative. 33,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11703056 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11743945 · 2026-06-13 (June 13, 2026)
I am writing to formally raise a concern regarding the handling of a safety recall repair performed on my 2019 Acura ILX at Maus Acura of North Tampa. I initially brought my vehicle in to address a safety recall related to the brake master cylinder. As explained in the recall notice, the issue involved contamination of the brake fluid that could affect braking performance. The dealership proceeded with replacing the brake master cylinder, as expected. However, the situation became significantly concerning following the completion of the recal…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11743945 at NHTSA ↗