2004 Acura TSX steering problems

14 complaints (10% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 126,000.

owner complaints: 14
of this car's complaints: 10%
typical mileage: 126,000
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
1
Hydraulic power assist system
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Acura TSX steering problems in other years

Related recalls

Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connectionsReported April 29, 2010 · 167,255 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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 steering oil.
Risk: 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.

Recall number 10V174000 · Recall details

What 2004 Acura TSX owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 21, 2026 · Acceleration, Electrical · MI

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 Aug 16, 2023 · Steering · FL

They power steering is leaking badly onto exhaust pipe and not holding any fluid in the Reservoir I do not know when problem began the car had one owner prior to me , I would like to just get the recall situated and fixed if possible

Filed Mar 17, 2022 · Electrical, Steering · TN

was leaving my and steering wheel locked up.

Filed Oct 15, 2021 · Steering · SC

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 inspected and released. Upon further searching the other day there was a 2018 release and update of the same bulletin, which I never received. Regardless of it being inspected in 2010 and being cleared to drive, it seems this issue ultimately ended up happening, just now, instead of 2010. When I contacted Acura they said there are no current vin associated recalls on my vehicle. My issue is, just because it was 10 years ago w/no issue doesn’t mean the issue doesn’t exist today, which it does. I’ve gotten no help from Acura on this. Any information you can provide would be appreciated. Thank you.

Filed May 6, 2021 · Airbags, Steering · 174,000 miles · CA

I was driving my car and all of a sudden it was hard to steer the car

Filed Apr 15, 2019 · Airbags, Brakes · 158,000 miles · SC

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

Filed May 22, 2018 · Airbags, Steering · HI

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 vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was informed of the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v174000 (steering), which was still an open recall on the contact's vehicle. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Aug 1, 2017 · Steering · 126,000 miles · OR

My steering is hard

Filed Oct 8, 2014 · Steering · 93,000 miles · NC

Steering rack is popping loudly and rapidly going out. Car is barely 100k. I've seen several reported cases where the steering rack requires replacing in this model vehicle and all cases were at or below 100k. This is certainly a safety issue and several acuras have this issue and there are a few related tsbs for power steering, but no recall or further action has been taken to date. This is an expensive issue that requires attention. No vehicle's steering or related parts should fail so soon. It's unrealistic to hope for a vehicle that lasts forever, but a recall warranty to 150k should be issued.

Filed Jul 27, 2011 · Steering · CA

2004 acura tsx. Consumer sent correspondence related to power steering fluid leak and safety recall *tgw the consumer stated unfortunately the safety recall notice she received arrived six months too late. *jb the consumer never stated if the vehicle caught on fire. Consumer did not return phone call.

Questions about the 2004 Acura TSX steering

Does the 2004 Acura TSX have steering problems?

Owners have filed 14 complaints about the steering of the 2004 Acura TSX, 10% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2004 Acura TSX steering problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 126,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Acura TSX steering?

Yes, 1 recall: 10V174000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Acura TSX have bad steering?

The Acura TSX model years with the most steering complaints are 2012 (100 complaints), 2006 (24 complaints) and 2013 (19 complaints).