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2004-2014 · 11 model years

Acura TSX Problems by year

Owners have filed 671 complaints about the Acura TSX across 11 model years, and it has 13 recalls. The 2004 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (142), while 2007, 2014 have far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the steering, followed by the airbags.

Most complaints for its age2004142 complaints · 4 recallsSee the 2004
Complaints
671
Recalls
13
Crashes
45
Fires
5
Injuries
31
Deaths
2

TSX complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20147300BrakesA
201333420SteeringB
2012133640SteeringF
201145731SteeringC
201063770AirbagsD
200991670AirbagsD
200834331SteeringB
200722310SteeringA
200650440SteeringC
200551451AirbagsC
2004142492AirbagsF

Most common TSX problems

Acura TSX recalls 13

Latest TSX complaints

2012 Acura TSXSteering

Steering system failed-safety was a risk because wheel was very hard to turn-calling the dealer on Monday. Warning light came on right before the steering failed.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11754221
2013 Acura TSXElectrical systemBrakes

ABS / VSA module failed at 90k miles causing spongy brakes. Acura quoted me $3500 for a new module which is more than the value of the car.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Service brakesNHTSA 11740546
2004 Acura TSXSteeringElectrical systemAcceleration & cruise control

While driving the vehicle, the vehicle suddenly shutoff and powered on again. After do some diagnostics we determined is was the ECU/ECM. The ECM has corrosion on the top which caused salty water to eat through the lid. Doing some research this vehicle make and model has recall but doesn't show up under my vin. I've contacted the manufacturer which was willing to help but the dealership seems to not want to help since no recall was under the vin so the manufacturer "HONDA" has closed the case but hasn't given me any answer to why. I'm in contact again with the manufacturer waiting for a call back hopefully today 4-21-26

Filed Incident Steering · Electrical system · Vehicle speed controlNHTSA 11732723
2012 Acura TSXAirbagsSeats & seat beltsBrakesCrash1 injury

Traction control didn't work, and the large OEM seats did not hug my body as advertised, causing bodily injury when struck by another vehicle, "t-bone" on passenger side.

Filed Incident Air bags · Seats · Service brakesNHTSA 11711549
2010 Acura TSXBody, doors & structure

When i was driving home from work - my sunroof on my 2010 tsx . Just shattered while i was driving , lucky i had the sunroof visor closed at the time ..

Filed Incident Structure · Unknown or otherNHTSA 11678388
2011 Acura TSXAirbags

The contact owns a 2011 Acura TSX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V661000 (Air Bags); 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 contact attempted to contact the dealer; however, the contact was unable to speak with a representative. The manufacturer was contacted; however, the contact was only able to reach an automated system that stated there was no recall. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 11675544

Questions about the Acura TSX

Which Acura TSX years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2004 (142), 2012 (133), 2009 (91). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2004 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Acura TSX years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2014, 2007, 2013 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other TSX years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Acura TSX problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the steering (223), airbags (122), brakes (87) most often.

How many recalls does the Acura TSX have?

NHTSA lists 13 recalls across all Acura TSX model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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