Rollover possibility in NHTSA’s defined scenario: 9.8%.
Equipment reported in the NHTSA test record
Electronic stability control · Standard
Forward-collision warning · Optional
Lane-departure warning · Optional
Ratings describe a tested configuration, not the condition or crash history of this individual used vehicle. Compare NHTSA overall and frontal ratings only within the same vehicle class and within 250 pounds of curb weight.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings · Record 10175. Retrieved Oct 11, 2026.
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Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Blind-spot warning (BSW) Yes
Lane-departure warning (LDW) Yes
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Electronic stability control (ESC) Yes
Brake assist Yes
Traction control Yes
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Yes
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Knee airbags Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 9 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Daytime running lightsStandard
Automatic high-beam switchingStandard
Rear visibility systemStandard
Automatic reverse systemStandard
Collision AvoidanceDealer listed
Parking AssistDealer listed
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Oct 11, 2026.
Recalls, investigations and service information +
Open safety recalls
A current VIN-specific recall result is not available in this report. Crash-test ratings do not establish whether recalls have been repaired. Ask the dealer for the current recall status and completed repair records for this VIN.
VIN: 19UUB2F79GA002296
Matched year, make and model · not VIN-specific
NHTSA investigations and service information
Defect investigations
2 NHTSA investigations found for this model year
Electrical overstress
NHTSA action: EA19001 · AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Opened Apr 19, 2019 · Closed Sep 19, 2024 · Related recall 20V024
No Restart After Auto Start/Stop Engages
NHTSA action: EA25004 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Opened Mar 26, 2025
Manufacturer communications
251 communications found for this model year
These records can include service bulletins, repair instructions, campaigns, warranty extensions, software updates and other manufacturer notices. The total is not a problem rate or reliability score.
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Document 11015014
Service Bulletin - The AWD warning light is on with one or more AWD DTCs having been set due to water intrusion into the electric oil pump motor connector area corrodes the terminals.
Document 11020583
Service Bulletin - Under certain circumstances, after coming to a stop and engaging idle stop the vehicle may not restart automatically due to excessive cylinder pressure and/or low cranking torque. Typically, the client can immediately restart the vehicle by selecting Park and pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button.
Document 11022039
Dealer Message - Acura is also implementing an additional (1) twenty-four (24) month period for 2015 model year Acura TLX vehicles, commencing at the expiration of the 10-year warranty extension period for each vehicle, and (2) eighteen (18) month period for 2016 model year Acura TLX/MDX vehicles, commencing at the expiration of the 10-year warranty extension period for each vehicle, for valve adjustment and starter replacement related to this condition under warranty.
Document 11037712
Dealer Message - The fuel fill pipe assembly may not have been manufactured to specification. As a result, small contamination particles inside the fuel fill neck may prevent the primary shut-off valve flap seal from sealing, resulting in fuel smell from the fuel fill neck area and may cause DTC P0455 or P0456 (EVAP system leak detected) to be set.
Document 11037720
Service Bulletin - The factory fuel fill pipe assembly may not have been manufactured to specification. As a result, small contamination particles inside the fuel fill neck may prevent the primary shut-off valve flap seal from sealing properly. This may result in a fuel smell from the fuel fill neck area and may cause DTC P0455 or P0456 (EVAP system leak detected) to be set.
Document 11037721
Service Bulletin - The factory fuel fill pipe assembly may not have been manufactured to specification. As a result, small contamination particles inside the fuel fill neck may prevent the primary shut-off valve flap seal from sealing properly. This may result in a fuel smell from the fuel fill neck area and may cause DTC P0455 or P0456 (EVAP system leak detected) to be set.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Checked Oct 11, 2026. Records match 2016 Acura TLX, not a specific VIN.
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Vehicle information checked Oct 11, 2026. Model-level information is identified separately from equipment reported for this VIN.
Vehicle specifications
Specifications and features
VIN-decoded specifications
Engine horsepower
290 hp
Gross vehicle weight rating
Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) to Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Curb weight
3,620 lb
Dealer-provided specifications
Engine
3.5L SOHC 24-Valve VTEC V6
Dealer-listed features 19
Cruise Control
Lane Departure Warning
Backup Camera
Collision Avoidance
Parking Assist
Fog Lights
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
Sunroof/Moonroof
Adaptive Cruise Control
Remote Start
Push Start
Power Seats
Homelink
Keyless Entry
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Leather Seats
Automatic Climate Control
VIN-decoded details come from NHTSA vPIC. Features are listed by the dealer for this vehicle; confirm equipment with the dealer.
Exact VIN decode
Factory configuration and equipment
Vehicle type
PASSENGER CAR
Doors
4
Seats
5
Seat rows
2
Engine
3.474057568L · 6-cylinder · V-Shaped
Engine model
J35Y6
Valve train
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Manufactured in
MARYSVILLE, OHIO, UNITED STATES (USA)
Source: NHTSA vPIC. Decoded Oct 11, 2026. Blank fields are omitted because manufacturer VIN reporting varies.
EPA-matched vehicle configuration
Fuel economy, emissions and ownership estimates
City
21 MPG
Highway
34 MPG
Combined
25 MPG
Fuel type
Premium Gasoline
EPA vehicle category
Compact Cars
EPA engine description
SIDI
Fuel used per 100 miles
4.0 gallons
Estimated annual fuel cost
$3,300
Estimated monthly fuel cost
$275
Estimated fuel cost per 100 miles
$22.00
EPA five-year additional cost
$4,500
Tailpipe CO₂
358 g/mile
Greenhouse gas score
6 of 10
Fuel economy score
6 of 10
Automatic engine stop/start
Not equipped
Cylinder deactivation
Equipped
Petroleum use
11.9 barrels/year
Matched to this vehicle's decoded configuration: TLX 2WD · Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L. Source: U.S. EPA. Retrieved Oct 11, 2026.
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Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Blind-spot warning (BSW) Yes
Lane-keeping assist (LKA) Dealer reported
Lane-departure warning (LDW) Yes
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Electronic stability control (ESC) Yes
Brake assist Yes
Traction control Yes
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Yes
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Knee airbags Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 29 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Daytime running lightsStandard
Automatic high-beam switchingStandard
Rear visibility systemStandard
Automatic reverse systemStandard
Collision AvoidanceDealer listed
Parking AssistDealer listed
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Anti-whiplash front seat head restraintsDealer listed
Lane departure preventionDealer listed
Forward collision mitigation with pedestrian impact preventionDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Oct 11, 2026.
Dealer-listed features 109
Cruise Control
Lane Departure Warning
Backup Camera
Collision Avoidance
Parking Assist
Fog Lights
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
Sunroof/Moonroof
Adaptive Cruise Control
Remote Start
Push Start
Power Seats
Homelink
Keyless Entry
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Leather Seats
Satellite Radio
Alloy Wheels
Interior 25
Ventilated driver and front passenger seats
Heated driver and front passenger seats
Leather front seat upholstery
Driver seat power reclining, lumbar support, cushion tilt, fore/aft control and height adjustable control
Dual-zone front climate control
Voice-activated climate control
Leather rear seat upholstery
Automatic climate control
Leather steering wheel
Manual tilting steering wheel
Manual telescopic steering wheel
Cabin air filter
Rear under seat climate control ducts
Rear console climate control ducts
Bucket front seats
Driver seat with 8-way directional controls
Sport front bucket seats
Front seat center armrest
Front passenger seat with 8-way directional controls
Driver seat with 2-way power lumbar
Rear bench seat
Fold forward rear seatback
60-40 folding rear seats
Rear seat center armrest
Anti-whiplash front seat head restraints
Exterior 14
First-row sliding and tilting glass moonroof with power 1-touch activation sunshade
18 x 7.5-inch front and rear machined w/painted accents aluminum wheels
P225/50VR18 performance AS BSW front and rear tires
4 doors
Galvanized steel/aluminum body panels with side impact beams
Body-colored front bumper
Body-colored rear bumper
Metal-look grille with chrome surround
Chrome side window trim
Body-colored door handles
Monotone paint
Standard style side mirrors
Body-colored door mirrors
Black windshield trim
Mechanical 25
3.5L V-6 direct injection, variable valve control, premium gasoline, engine with 290HP
3.5L V-6
Precision All-Wheel Steer (P-AWS) rear-wheel steering system
9-speed automatic
Selectable mode transmission
Sequential SportShift Sequential shift with steering wheel controls
Automatic
Front-wheel drive
Speed sensitive power steering
Lock-up transmission
Front mounted engine
Spark ignition system
Variable intake manifold
Transverse mounted engine
Aluminum engine block
Aluminum cylinder head
Overdrive transmission
Transmission oil cooler
Engine Configuration: V6
Powertrain type: ICE
All-speed ABS and driveline traction control
Standard ride suspension
Independent front suspension
Strut front suspension
Front anti-roll bar
Entertainment 25
Primary monitor touchscreen
Bluetooth wireless audio streaming
Acura/ELS Surround speakers
Acura/ELS Surround radio
External memory control
Internet radio capability
Voice activated audio controls
AM/FM/digital/SiriusXMsatellite
Internal storage capability
16 GB internal storage
2 total number of 1st row displays
8 inch primary display
Single-disc CD player
CD player located in the dashboard/instrument panel