2004 ACURA TSX
4 recalls, 195 complaints - 76 TSBs
19E068000 Oct 10, 2019
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Defect Description
Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain Accelerator Pedal Assemblies part numbers 699-114 and 825-5029-1, sold as replacement parts for 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2004-2008 Acura TL and TSX, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2005-2006 Honda CR-V, 2007-2011 Honda Element, 2005-2008 Honda Pilot and 2006-... Read more
Consequence
If the accelerator pedal binds, the engine may not quickly return to idle after the pedal is no longer pressed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dorman will notify owners, and qualified service facilities will replace the affected accelerator pedal assemblies, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2019. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, using option 5. Dorman's number for this recall is AS1019XXXX.
13V093000 Mar 15, 2013
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
Honda is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Acura TSX vehicles originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode I... Read more
Consequence
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners and Acura dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any damaged ECU, free of charge. All vehicles will have a waterproof cover installed onto the ECU, free of charge. The recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Acura Client Relations at 1-800-382-2238 and se... Read more
10V174000 Apr 29, 2010
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Defect Description
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2008 ACURA TSX PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 25, 2002 AND FEBRUARY 13, 2008. PROLONGED HIGH UNDER HOOD TEMPERATURES MAY CAUSE THE POWER STEERING HOSE TO DETERIORATE PREMATURELY AND MAY CAUSE THE HOSE TO CRACK AND LEAK POWER STEE... Read more
Consequence
OIL LEAKING ONTO A HOT EXHAUST PIPE WILL GENERATE SMOKE AND A BURNING SMELL, AND COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE.
Remedy
HONDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN MAY 28, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ACURA CLIENT SERVICES AT 1-800-382-2238.
04V429000 Sep 3, 2004
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS, THE WIRE HARNESS LOCATED IN THE TRUNK HINGE AREA IS NOT ADEQUATELY PROTECTED AND OVER TIME COULD BE DAMAGED WHEN THE TRUNK IS OPENED AND CLOSED.
Consequence
A DAMAGED HARNESS CAN CAUSE A BLOWN FUSE, A SHORT CIRCUIT AND IT CAN RESULT IN A LOSS OF LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS, BACK-UP LIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHT FUNCTION. LOSS OF A TAIL LIGHT COULD REDUCE VISIBILITY AND INCREASE THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE HARNESS AND IF ANY DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE HARNESS WILL BE REPLACED. IF NO DAMAGE IS FOUND, DEALERS WILL INSTALL CORRUGATED PLASTIC TUBING OVER THE HARNESS TO PREVENT FUTURE DAMAGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
Complaint Statistics
195 total complaints
14 crashes 3 fires 8 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 27 |
| AIR BAGS | 22 |
| STEERING | 11 |
| SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST | 9 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 9 |
| SEATS | 8 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 7 |
| POWER TRAIN | 7 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
| AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW | 6 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 21, 2026
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
This concerns an unresolved airbag safety issue that went undetected due to a negligent recall inspection at a Kia dealership. On March 16, 2026, I brought my vehicle to Ed Voyles Kia of Chamblee, GA for a recall inspection to determine whether damaged wiring under the passenger seat was causing my ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 21, 2026
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
I was driving 70mph and my truck went from sixth gear down to first gear. I almost wrecked. The odometer went to zero and a little wrench showed up on the dash. I had to pull over and turn off the vehicle.
AIR BAGS
Apr 21, 2026
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
This concerns an unresolved airbag safety issue that went undetected due to a negligent recall inspection at a Kia dealership. On March 16, 2026, I brought my vehicle to Ed Voyles Kia of Chamblee, GA for a recall inspection to determine whether damaged wiring under the passenger seat was causing my ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Apr 18, 2025
Incident date: Jan 18, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); 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 repai... Read more
Crash
STEERING
Apr 18, 2025
Incident date: Jan 18, 2025
At highway speeds, while steering wheel is centered, steering “sticks”, when turning to the right. It takes some effort to get it to go past this sticking point then feel a pop in the steering and it lets go. Just like the recall says, but this vehicle as well as many others are affected. Yet st... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 16, 2023
Incident date: Aug 11, 2023
When in reverse abrupt automatic braking occurs. Safety hazard with abrupt stop around other vehicles, hard braking causes driver and passenger to pitch forward. No warning. Automatic Braking disabled, sensors checked, settings adjusted by dealer. Dealer says there is nothing they can do. General Mo... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 22, 2023
Incident date: Mar 22, 2023
Passenger side exhaust manifold failed at 56,000 miles and was repaired through emissions warranty. Driver-side exhaust manifold failed at 74,000 miles and Ford will not cover it. I believe both manifolds should have been replaced at 56,000 miles or the current failure should be replace through warr... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 1, 2022
Incident date: Jan 1, 2016
The contact owns a 2004 Acura TSX. The contact stated while the vehicle was at a standstill, the vehicle would accelerate independently and he was unable to control the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer but they were unable to duplicate the failure. The contact stated on 7/29... Read more
Crash
POWER TRAIN
Aug 1, 2022
Incident date: Jan 1, 2016
The contact owns a 2004 Acura TSX. The contact stated while the vehicle was at a standstill, the vehicle would accelerate independently and he was unable to control the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer but they were unable to duplicate the failure. The contact stated on 7/29... Read more
Crash
POWER TRAIN
May 8, 2022
Incident date: May 8, 2022
Rack in pinion leaking
STEERING
Mar 17, 2022
Incident date: Mar 15, 2022
was leaving my and steering wheel locked up.
POWER TRAIN
Mar 17, 2022
Incident date: Mar 15, 2022
was leaving my and steering wheel locked up.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 17, 2022
Incident date: Mar 15, 2022
was leaving my and steering wheel locked up.
POWER TRAIN
Jan 11, 2022
Incident date: Dec 18, 2021
I HAVE A 2004 ACURA TSX I PURCHASED FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER BACK ON MAY OF 2018 WITH 55000 ORIGINAL MILES. THE CAR RUNS LIKE NEW IT WAS WELL TAKEN CARE OF WITH THE ORIGINAL OWNER ALL SERVICES AND INSPECTIONS WERE UP TO DATE AS/ CARFAX REPORT. THE CAR SINCE I'VE OWNED I PUT 19000 MILES WITH ALL SERVI... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 2, 2021
Incident date: Oct 13, 2021
This vehicle was taken in for a recall for a corrosive ECM. 1 hour prior to taking this vehicle in my assigned service writer gave me a call, your vehicle is ready for pick up. I was advised due to their visual inspection of the ECM( Electronic control module)(electrical computer) not having corros... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 2, 2021
Incident date: Oct 13, 2021
This vehicle was taken in for a recall for a corrosive ECM. 1 hour prior to taking this vehicle in my assigned service writer gave me a call, your vehicle is ready for pick up. I was advised due to their visual inspection of the ECM( Electronic control module)(electrical computer) not having corros... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 2, 2021
Incident date: Oct 13, 2021
This vehicle was taken in for a recall for a corrosive ECM. 1 hour prior to taking this vehicle in my assigned service writer gave me a call, your vehicle is ready for pick up. I was advised due to their visual inspection of the ECM( Electronic control module)(electrical computer) not having corros... Read more
STEERING
Oct 15, 2021
Incident date: Sep 1, 2021
Power Steering Hose Leak. I took my vehicle in to have the oil changed and mechanics noticed a power steering leak. The mechanic looked up any recalls on my vehicle and noted this was a previous recall. Upon searching, 2010 there was a bulletin that went out, and the car was taken in 2010 and inspec... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 27, 2021
Incident date: Aug 26, 2021
My headlights always flicker and turn off everytime i drive within 5 minutes of driving. it gets really bad when i drive in cold/wet weather and i’ve replaced the bulbs a good 5 times. Something is wrong with my suspension i think? my VSC and warning light always automatically come and stay on and... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 27, 2021
Incident date: Aug 26, 2021
My headlights always flicker and turn off everytime i drive within 5 minutes of driving. it gets really bad when i drive in cold/wet weather and i’ve replaced the bulbs a good 5 times. Something is wrong with my suspension i think? my VSC and warning light always automatically come and stay on and... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 27, 2021
Incident date: Aug 26, 2021
My headlights always flicker and turn off everytime i drive within 5 minutes of driving. it gets really bad when i drive in cold/wet weather and i’ve replaced the bulbs a good 5 times. Something is wrong with my suspension i think? my VSC and warning light always automatically come and stay on and... Read more
SUSPENSION
May 6, 2021
Incident date: Mar 14, 2021
I WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND ALL OF A SUDDEN IT WAS HARD TO STEER THE CAR
AIR BAGS
May 6, 2021
Incident date: Mar 14, 2021
I WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND ALL OF A SUDDEN IT WAS HARD TO STEER THE CAR
STEERING
May 6, 2021
Incident date: Mar 14, 2021
I WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND ALL OF A SUDDEN IT WAS HARD TO STEER THE CAR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 30, 2021
Incident date: Dec 30, 2020
I HAVE BEEN DRIVING MY CAR A NUMBER OF TIMES AND ESPECIALLY WHEN ITS BEEN RAINING MY CAR WOULD TURN OFF AND THE LIGHTS WOULD START FLASHING AND THE VSA CONTROL LIGHTS WOULD COME ON. IT SCARED THE LIFE OUT OF ME. ITS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY A FEW TIMES AND REGULAR DRIVING ON THE ROADS. I HAVE ALSO B... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 30, 2021
Incident date: Dec 30, 2020
I HAVE BEEN DRIVING MY CAR A NUMBER OF TIMES AND ESPECIALLY WHEN ITS BEEN RAINING MY CAR WOULD TURN OFF AND THE LIGHTS WOULD START FLASHING AND THE VSA CONTROL LIGHTS WOULD COME ON. IT SCARED THE LIFE OUT OF ME. ITS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY A FEW TIMES AND REGULAR DRIVING ON THE ROADS. I HAVE ALSO B... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 30, 2021
Incident date: Dec 30, 2020
I HAVE BEEN DRIVING MY CAR A NUMBER OF TIMES AND ESPECIALLY WHEN ITS BEEN RAINING MY CAR WOULD TURN OFF AND THE LIGHTS WOULD START FLASHING AND THE VSA CONTROL LIGHTS WOULD COME ON. IT SCARED THE LIFE OUT OF ME. ITS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY A FEW TIMES AND REGULAR DRIVING ON THE ROADS. I HAVE ALSO B... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 21, 2020
Incident date: Jun 1, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ACURA TSX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STARTED HOWEVER, FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHILE DRIVING WITH THE CHECK ENGINE AND THE VEHICLE ASSIST WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ECU NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. T... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 21, 2020
Incident date: Jun 1, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ACURA TSX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STARTED HOWEVER, FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHILE DRIVING WITH THE CHECK ENGINE AND THE VEHICLE ASSIST WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ECU NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. T... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 14, 2020
Incident date: Jul 13, 2020
2004 ACURA TSX: I SAT IN MY CAR IDLE FOR ABOUT 15 MINUTES TO EAT. WHEN I PUT MY CAR IN REVERSE TO BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPOT, THE PASSENGER SIDE CURTAIN AND SEAT AIRBAGS SUDDENLY DEPLOYED. WITHIN 5 SECONDS THE DRIVER SIDE DEPLOYED. THESE CREATED THE LOUDEST NOISE I HAVE EVER HEARD IN MY ENTIRE LIFE.... Read more
1 injured
ENGINE
May 2, 2020
Incident date: Apr 29, 2020
WHEN I DRIVING THE CAR, EITHER STREET OR HIGHWAY , THE CAR SLOWS DOWN OR LOSE HORSEPOWER. I COULD BE DOING 60 ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE CAR STALLS ON IT'S OWN ALMOST SHUTTING DOWN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 2, 2020
Incident date: Apr 29, 2020
WHEN I DRIVING THE CAR, EITHER STREET OR HIGHWAY , THE CAR SLOWS DOWN OR LOSE HORSEPOWER. I COULD BE DOING 60 ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE CAR STALLS ON IT'S OWN ALMOST SHUTTING DOWN.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
May 2, 2020
Incident date: Apr 29, 2020
WHEN I DRIVING THE CAR, EITHER STREET OR HIGHWAY , THE CAR SLOWS DOWN OR LOSE HORSEPOWER. I COULD BE DOING 60 ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE CAR STALLS ON IT'S OWN ALMOST SHUTTING DOWN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 15, 2019
Incident date: Nov 14, 2019
ON 11/14/2019 TOOK MY CAR INTO BRADSHAW ACURA DEALER SHIP FOR THE ECM/ PCM CORROSIN RECALL #13-014 AND THEY REFUSE TO DUE THE RECALL EVEN THO MY ECU HAS CORROSIN ON IT AND EXPLAINED TO THE SERVICE ADVISOR CORY THAT I WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND IT STALLED OUT. TOOK THE CAR TO MY MECHANIC AND EVERTING IS... Read more
AIR BAGS
Apr 15, 2019
Incident date: Mar 1, 2019
CAR LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID AND SMOKING UNDERNEATH ENGINE, KEEP HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM AND I SAW RECALLS ON 2004 -2008 MODELS AND AIR BAG ICON ALWAYS ON
STEERING
Apr 15, 2019
Incident date: Mar 1, 2019
CAR LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID AND SMOKING UNDERNEATH ENGINE, KEEP HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM AND I SAW RECALLS ON 2004 -2008 MODELS AND AIR BAG ICON ALWAYS ON
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 15, 2019
Incident date: Mar 1, 2019
CAR LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID AND SMOKING UNDERNEATH ENGINE, KEEP HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM AND I SAW RECALLS ON 2004 -2008 MODELS AND AIR BAG ICON ALWAYS ON
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 2, 2018
Incident date: Apr 22, 2018
THE PROBLEM: WHEN IT IS HOT THE CAR START LOSING POWER, AND VSA LIGHT COMES UP. THEN THE GAUGE CLUSTER START DOING INTERMITTENT SHUTDOWNS OF THE RPM AND SPEEDOMETER GAUGES. ADDITIONAL TO THAT, THE A/C SHUT DOWN AND BLOW HOT AIR. ACURA DIAGNOSTIC: JOHN EAGLE ACURA HAD THE CAR TO CHECK THE PROBLEM... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 2, 2018
Incident date: Apr 22, 2018
THE PROBLEM: WHEN IT IS HOT THE CAR START LOSING POWER, AND VSA LIGHT COMES UP. THEN THE GAUGE CLUSTER START DOING INTERMITTENT SHUTDOWNS OF THE RPM AND SPEEDOMETER GAUGES. ADDITIONAL TO THAT, THE A/C SHUT DOWN AND BLOW HOT AIR. ACURA DIAGNOSTIC: JOHN EAGLE ACURA HAD THE CAR TO CHECK THE PROBLEM... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Aug 2, 2018
Incident date: Apr 22, 2018
THE PROBLEM: WHEN IT IS HOT THE CAR START LOSING POWER, AND VSA LIGHT COMES UP. THEN THE GAUGE CLUSTER START DOING INTERMITTENT SHUTDOWNS OF THE RPM AND SPEEDOMETER GAUGES. ADDITIONAL TO THAT, THE A/C SHUT DOWN AND BLOW HOT AIR. ACURA DIAGNOSTIC: JOHN EAGLE ACURA HAD THE CAR TO CHECK THE PROBLEM... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 27, 2018
Incident date: Jul 1, 2018
MY SAFETY RESTRAINT LIGHT STAYS ON AT 155,000 MILES. FOR AIRBAGS
AIR BAGS
May 22, 2018
Incident date: Apr 17, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ACURA TSX. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED SPORADICALLY WHILE DRIVING, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE VEHIC... Read more
STEERING
May 22, 2018
Incident date: Apr 17, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 ACURA TSX. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED SPORADICALLY WHILE DRIVING, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE VEHIC... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 30, 2018
Incident date: Mar 15, 2015
PASSENGER AIRBAG DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING AT A SPEED OF 35 MPH
STEERING
Aug 1, 2017
Incident date: Jul 1, 2017
MY STEERING IS HARD
AIR BAGS
Mar 1, 2017
Incident date: Jan 18, 2017
DRIVING UP TO ORLANDO AT PROBABLY 80 MPG AND PASSENGER CURTAIN AND PASSENGER SEAT AIR BAG DEPLOYED BY ITSELF ......IT REALLY SCARED ME BUT THER WAS NO DAMAGE TO EXTERIOR BUT THE INSIDE ROOF AND LEATHER SEAT WHERE DAMAGED.....
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Aug 29, 2016
Incident date: Aug 16, 2016
WAS DRIVING AND SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND ENGINE SHUT OFF, HAD TO COAST TO SIDE OF 4 LANE ROAD, AND WON'T RESTART, HAD TOWED TO BIG AL'S @ 1408 N GEORGE WASHINGTON HWY. CHESAPEAKE, VA. 23323. PHONE # (757)485-9117. MECHANIC VINNEY DID SEVERAL TEST, AND REPORTED IT WAS THE ECM UNIT OR HOUSING ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 11, 2016
Incident date: Jul 13, 2016
CENTER STACK HVAC LIGHTS HAVE STOPPED WORKING. I'VE READ COUNTLESS THREADS & FORUMS THAT STATE THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE.IT DOES POSE A SAFETY ISSUE, I'M NOT SURE WHY THIS HAS NOT BEEN RECALLED YET. THE WARRANTY WAS EXTENDED, HOWEVER, NO ONE WAS NOTIFIED & I PURCHASED THIS CAR AFTER THE WARRANTY PERIOD ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Aug 11, 2016
Incident date: Jul 13, 2016
CENTER STACK HVAC LIGHTS HAVE STOPPED WORKING. I'VE READ COUNTLESS THREADS & FORUMS THAT STATE THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE.IT DOES POSE A SAFETY ISSUE, I'M NOT SURE WHY THIS HAS NOT BEEN RECALLED YET. THE WARRANTY WAS EXTENDED, HOWEVER, NO ONE WAS NOTIFIED & I PURCHASED THIS CAR AFTER THE WARRANTY PERIOD ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 16, 2016
Incident date: Jun 6, 2016
TAKATA AIRBAG: THE 2004 TSX ACURA SIDE AIRBAG INFLATED WHILE THE CAR PARKED. AS SOON AS MY SON ENTERED THE CAR HE SAID IT SOUNDED LIKE SOMEONE THREW A BRICK AT THE WINDOW. AND THEN THE AIRBAG DEFLATED HITTING HIM ON THE SIDE OF HIS FACE. IT FRIGHTENED HIM. HE DROVE IT TO KAREN RADLEY ACURA DEALERS ... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2004 ACURA TSX
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 27.0 | 22.0 | Premium | $3,450 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (S5) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 29.0 | 23.0 | Premium | $3,300 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2004 ACURA TSX
76 manufacturer communications from 56 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 10 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 7 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 7 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 4 |
| 181000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL | 4 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 3 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 3 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
DORE5C4S09
Jul 11, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
This SKU is a Front Upper Ball Joint. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for the outer diameter of the ball joint housing being too small. The outer diameter being too small would prevent the part f
B07-025
Jul 10, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Service bulletin - There are specific leak dye kits for the R-134a and R-1234yf A/C systems; make sure you use the correct kit for to the A/C system you are working on.
BTS180402
Apr 17, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech line summary article - When adding keys or running the System Check with the Immobilizer Setup Tool in the i-HDS, are you seeing this message? "Immobilizer system is not normal". We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigatio
BJA46167
Jan 1, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Sending vehicle data to tech line.
B04-026
Dec 6, 2016
114300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK
"SERVICE BULLETIN - THE REAR WIRE HARNESS NEAR THE LEFT SIDE TRUNK HINGE IS NOT ADEQUATELY PROTECTED AND COULD BE DAMAGED WHEN THE TRUNK IS REPEATEDLY OPENED AND CLOSED. A DAMAGED WIRE HARNESS CAN CAUSE A BLOWN FUSE OR AN OPEN CIRCUIT, WITH
B05-018
Nov 23, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
SERVICE BULLETIN - NAVIGATION SYSTEM INFORMATION.
B98015
Mar 18, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.
DLR MSG - Acura
Aug 6, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, Acura announced three recalls for various 2002-06 Acura models. As of August 4, 2014, affected VINs have been identified, and VIN status inquiry has been updated.
DLR MSG - Stop S
Jul 23, 2014
141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, Acura announced three recalls for various 2002-06 Acura models. As of July 23, 2014, affected VINs have been identified, and service bulletins 14-023, Safety Recall: Front Passenger?s Airbag Infla
IN-27-14
Mar 12, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
ACURA: THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) IS ON, WITH DTC P2138 (ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR A/B INCORRECT VOLTAGE CORRELATION), AND HAVE POOR PERFORMANCE IN ENGINE. MODEL 2004-2008 TL, TSX. *PE
IN-27-14
Mar 12, 2014
181000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
ACURA: THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) IS ON, WITH DTC P2138 (ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR A/B INCORRECT VOLTAGE CORRELATION), AND HAVE POOR PERFORMANCE IN ENGINE. MODEL 2004-2008 TL, TSX. *PE
DLR MSG - RFP -
Feb 27, 2014
181000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2004-2008 TLs & TSXs with a complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on with the DTC P2138 (Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor A/B Incorrect Voltage Correlation) stored
DLR MSG - RFP -
Feb 12, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2004-2008 TLs & TSXs with a complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on with the DTC P2138 (Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor A/B Incorrect Voltage Correlation) stored
DLR MSG - Safety
Feb 7, 2014
010000 STEERING
Dealer message - In May 2010 and June 2012, American Honda announced a safety recall for 2004-08 TSX and 2007-08 TL due to a potentially leaking power steering feed hose. For some time, the countermeasure hoses and required repair parts h
DLR MSG - Safety
Feb 7, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Dealer message - In May 2010 and June 2012, American Honda announced a safety recall for 2004-08 TSX and 2007-08 TL due to a potentially leaking power steering feed hose. For some time, the countermeasure hoses and required repair parts h
IN-2-11-14
Jan 29, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
HONDA: SOME VEHICLES MAY DISPLAY A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP WITH THE STORED DTC P2138 (ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR A/B INCORRECT VOLTAGE CORRELATION). THERE MAY ALSO BE POOR ENGINE PERFORMANCE. AHM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT SPECIFIC
IN-2-11-14
Jan 29, 2014
181000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
HONDA: SOME VEHICLES MAY DISPLAY A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP WITH THE STORED DTC P2138 (ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR A/B INCORRECT VOLTAGE CORRELATION). THERE MAY ALSO BE POOR ENGINE PERFORMANCE. AHM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT SPECIFIC
DLR MSG - RFP -
Jan 29, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer message - American Honda (AHM) is investigating certain 2004-2008 TLs & TSXs with a complaint of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on with the DTC P2138 (Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor A/B Incorrect Voltage Correlation) stored
SB-10-11-2013
Sep 27, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
ACURA: SOME VEHICLES ARE BEING INVESTIGATED DUE TO HESITATION OF THE ENGINE AND WOULD NEED TO BE INSPECTED AS TO THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION. MODEL 2004-2008 TSX. *PE
IN-09-10
Sep 23, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
ACURA: DUE TO ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR A/B INCORRECT VOLTAGE CORRELATION, ENGINE POOR PERFORMANCE AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) IS ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) 02138, AN INVESTIGATION WILL CHECK CAUSE OF CONDITION
IN-09-10
Sep 23, 2013
181000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
ACURA: DUE TO ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR A/B INCORRECT VOLTAGE CORRELATION, ENGINE POOR PERFORMANCE AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) IS ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) 02138, AN INVESTIGATION WILL CHECK CAUSE OF CONDITION
IN-09-25-20
Sep 12, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
ACURA: INFORMATION REGARDING AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE HESITATION OF ENGINES IN SOME VEHICLES AND WHAT IS THE CAUSE. MODEL 2004-2008 TSX. *PE
B-PAS-09122013-9
Sep 12, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
"DEAR MESSAGE -AMERICAN HONDA (AHM) IS INVESTIGATING CERTAIN 2004-2008 TSXS WITH A COMPLAINT OF THE ENGINE HESITATION. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION, AHM WOULD LIKE TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE PRIOR TO YOU ATTEMPTING A REPAIR
ASN-49584
Jun 1, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
ACURA: INFORMATION IN THE SERVICE NEWS, FROM MANUFACTURER, REGARDING VARIOUS ISSUES OF TROUBLESHOOTING, INSTALLATION, REPLACING, SERVICING AND REPAIRING VARIOUS MODEL AND MODEL YEAR VEHICLES. *PE
ASB-09-030
Jan 4, 2012
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
ACURA: ON SOME MODEL VEHICLES, THE RETAINERS THAT IS BONDED TO BODY MAY BE DAMAGED OR COMES OFF WHEN REMOVING WINDSHIELD SIDE TRIM. *PE
SB-0708
Nov 1, 2010
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
ACURA: THERE ARE GUIDELINES FOR VARIOUS SITUATIONS AND PROCEDURES INCLUDING: TIRE PRESSURE VALVE STEM INSTALLATION, TRAILER STABILITY MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON, ENGINE OIL APPLICATION GUIDE, NEW SOFTWARE, NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID, NOTCHY STEERI
SB-10-002
Feb 2, 2010
036500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
ACURA: REAR WHEELS HOWL OR GROWL. SOME REAR WHEEL SENSORS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED, ALLOWING MOISTURE TO ENTER THE REAR HUB BEARING UNIT. IF THE NOISY HUB BEARING UNIT IS RUSTY, REPLACE IT AND THE WHEEL SENSOR. IF THE NOISY HU
SB-10-002
Feb 2, 2010
046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
ACURA: REAR WHEELS HOWL OR GROWL. SOME REAR WHEEL SENSORS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED, ALLOWING MOISTURE TO ENTER THE REAR HUB BEARING UNIT. IF THE NOISY HUB BEARING UNIT IS RUSTY, REPLACE IT AND THE WHEEL SENSOR. IF THE NOISY HU
08-026
May 31, 2008
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY REDUCED LABEL FOR ALL ACURA VEHICLES. *PE
SB-06-050
May 9, 2008
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
ACURA: WARRANTY EXTENSION: VEHICLE WARRANTY MILEAGE. A FEDERAL COURT PROVIDED FINAL APPROVAL OF THE SETTLEMENT OF A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT ALLEGING THAT THE ODOMETERS ON CERTAIN MODELS WERE OVERSTATING MILEAGE. VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS SETT
SB-06-050
May 9, 2008
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
ACURA: WARRANTY EXTENSION: VEHICLE WARRANTY MILEAGE. A FEDERAL COURT PROVIDED FINAL APPROVAL OF THE SETTLEMENT OF A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT ALLEGING THAT THE ODOMETERS ON CERTAIN MODELS WERE OVERSTATING MILEAGE. VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS SETT
06050
May 9, 2008
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
WARRANTY EXTENSION: VEHICLE WARRANTY MILEAGE. *KB AFFECTS 2002 THROUGH 2006 ACURA MODELS. UPDATED 8/15/08. *PE
04-021
May 7, 2008
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
ACURA SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. IN SOME AUDIO UNITS, A COMPONENT FAILURE ON THE PCB (PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD) COULD CAUSE THE AUDIO DISPLAY TO BECOME DARK/DIM AND PREVENT THE AUDIO/HVAC PANEL BUTTONS FROM
07041
Nov 27, 2007
031000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
BRAKE PEDAL IS LOW AND FEELS SOFT. *NJ
07016
Mar 10, 2007
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
MOISTURE IN THE HEADLIGHTS. *KB
1006
Oct 16, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
TROUBLE SHOOTING B-CAN AND F-CAN DTC'S. *KB
1205
Dec 16, 2005
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
TRANSMISSION GRINDS AT SHIFTS, SKIP SHIFTING. *TT
1105
Nov 16, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET INOPERATIVE. *TT
090105
Sep 16, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
A LOOSE TIMING CHAIN, A DEFECTIVE AUTO TENSIONER, A LOOSE TIMING CHAIN SPROCKET, LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE OR A MOMENTARILY SEIZED CAMSHAFT CAN CAUSE AN INTERMITTENT DTC. *JB
09012005
Sep 1, 2005
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
THREEBOND 1216F LIQUID GASKET NOW AVAILABLE. ACURA SERVICENEWS. *TT
07012005
Jul 1, 2005
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
POWER DOORS LOCK BY THEMSELVES OR CYCLE TWICE. ACURA. SERVICENEWS. *TT
05015
Jun 24, 2005
021100 SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR
REAR STABILIZER LINK IS BROKEN. *TT
05014
Jun 7, 2005
583000 CHILD SEAT:LATCH STRAP
CHILD SEAT ANCHOR LOCATING BUTTON IS MISSING. *TT
505
May 16, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CRANKS WON'T START, IMMOBILIZER LIGHT FLASHES. *TT
01162005
Jan 16, 2005
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
REPLACEMENT OR UPDATED NAVIGATION DVD DISKS. *EH
01162005
Jan 1, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
P1706 A/T SWITCH SHORT OR OPEN. *EH
04042
Dec 17, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
RATTLE FROM THE A-PILLAR. *TT
04041
Dec 7, 2004
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
MOISTURE IN THE HEADLIGHT. *TT
11012004
Nov 1, 2004
350000 EQUIPMENT
AUDIO-HVAC SUBDISPLAY/CLOCK WAS WRONG TIME. *NM
10012004
Oct 1, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
A/T SOLENOID REPLACEMENT CRITERIA. *NM
04026
Sep 17, 2004
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
SAFETY RECALL: TSX REAR WIRE HARNESS. SUPERSEDES PRELIMINARY SERVICE BULLETIN 04-026, DATED SEPTEMBER 3, 2004. *TT
904
Sep 16, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SOLENOID REPLACEMENT CRITERIA. ACURA TECH LINE SUMMARY FOR DEALER DISTRIBUTION. *TT
904
Sep 16, 2004
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SENDING HONDA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (HDS) SNAPSHOTS. ACURA TECH LINE SUMMARY FOR DEALER DISTRIBUTION. *TT
04012
Sep 10, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PRODUCT UPDATE: OUT-OF-SPECIFICATION AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CASE. SUPERSEDES 04-012, DATED APRIL 23, 2004. *TT SUPERSEDES 04-012, DATED APRIL 23, 2004. *TT
09022004
Sep 2, 2004
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
REPAIR KITS FOR REAR WIRE HARNESS RECALL. *TT
04024
Aug 10, 2004
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
BUZZING FROM THE FRONT DOOR PANELS OR SPEAKERS. *EH
604
Jun 16, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
LEFT TURN SIGNALS FLASH WITH CELL PHONE CONNECTED TO 12 VOLT SOCKET. *NM
05012004
May 1, 2004
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
AUDIO UNIT AND NAVI ANTI-THEFT CODES AVAILABLE ON IN. ACURA SERVICENEWS. MAY 2004. *TT
05012004
May 1, 2004
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
USE THE HONDA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM TO READ SRS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. ACURA SERVICENEWS. MAY 2004. *TT
04012
Apr 23, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
OUT OF SPECIFICATION AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CASE. *EH
04012004
Apr 1, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
REPAIRING ATF LEAKS UNDER WARRANTY. ACURA. SERVICENEWS. APRIL 2004. *TT
04012004
Apr 1, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
DON'T TEST-DRIVE WITH THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP OR D INDICATOR ON. ACURA. SERVICENEWS. APRIL 2004. *TT
01012004
Jan 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INTERMITTENT SRS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 11-1X TO 11-9X, 11-AX, AND 11-BX. ACURA. SERVICENEWS. *TT
01012004
Jan 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ALWAYS UPDATE SOFTWARE IN REPLACEMENT ENGINE CONTROL MODULES/POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES. ACURA. SERVICENEWS. *TT
01012004
Jan 1, 2004
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
RADIO DISPLAY OR UPPER DISPLAY IS BLANK. ACURA. SERVICENEWS. *TT
1203
Dec 16, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
RADIO OR UPPER DISPLAY IS INOPERATIVE. *NM
1203
Dec 16, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 11-1X TO 11-9X, 11-AX AND 11-BX. *NM
1203
Dec 16, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
UPDATING REPLACEMENT ECM/PCM SOFTWARE. *NM
012012003
Dec 1, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BLOWER MOTOR SLOWS USING NAVIGATION CONTROL. *SC
012012003
Dec 1, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ON-BOARD SNAPSHOP DATA IS CAPTURED WITH MIL (MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP) ON. *SC
1003
Oct 16, 2003
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
HEATER BLOWER MOTOR OVERHEATS OR BLOWS FUSE. *TT
1003
Oct 16, 2003
035000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
TESTING BRAKE FLUID FOR PETROLEUM CONTAMINATION. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2003 AND 2004 NSX AND 2004 RSX. *TT
903
Sep 16, 2003
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
UNEQUAL DASH VENT AIR CONDITIONER TEMPERATURE. TECH LINE SUMMARY. *TT
903
Sep 16, 2003
101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
HARD TO ENGAGE 1ST GEAR, GRINDS INTO REVERSE. TECH LINE SUMMARY. *TT
080103
Aug 1, 2003
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
IF DEALERSHIP ENCOUNTERS THE STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER, CONTACT TECH LINE PRIOR TO REPAIRING THE VEHICLE. TECH LINE NEEDS TO KNOW HOW FAR, IN DEGREES, THE STEERING WHEEL IS OFF-CENTER. *TT
603
Jun 16, 2003
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
INFORMATION ON REMEMBERING NAVIGATION SYSTEM PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN). *TT
ACURA TSX - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the ACURA TSX across all model years (2004, 2014).
51
Total Recalls
855
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
58
Reported Crashes
6
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
ACURA TSX - Year by Year
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