The power steering is leaking constantly as soon as u pour it in the car drive it 2 miles all leaks out and have to refill in order for the power steering to work correctly and there is a recall for it on this vehicle.
The worst 2006 Acura TSX problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Steering24
- Electrical8
- Brakes6
- Engine5
- Airbags4
- Seats4
- Fuel system2
- Lights2
- Locks2
- Seat belts2
- Transmission2
- Acceleration1
- Body1
- Driver assistance1
- Suspension1
- Visibility1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Acura TSX
Recalls 3
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- 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 Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In states that use corrosive materials for deicing, driver's footwear may bring in materials that saturate the vehicle's carpeting, which is in contact with the vehicle's engine Electronic Control Unit (ECU). As a result, the ECU case may experience rust or corrosion. This damage may potentially cause the engine to stall.
- Risk
- 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 select option 4 or go to www.recalls.acura.com.
Recall number 13V093000 · Recall details
Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- 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
Equipment: other: owners/service/other manual
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles and motorcycles, the owner's manuals contain incorrect contact information for the federal safety agency's (the federal safety agency) vehicle safety hotline.
- Risk
- The language in the owner's manuals is not in accordance with the current mandatory requirements.
- Remedy
- Honda will send a postcard to dealers and owners with the correct the federal safety agency vehicle safety hotline information and with instructions to insert the card into the "reporting safety defects" section of the owner's manual. The recall began on august 2, 2006. Owners may contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009, acura at 1‑800‑382‑2238 or honda motorcycles at 1‑866‑784‑1870.
Recall number 06V270000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Acura TSX 36
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Service News
- ServiceNews Article
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- Tech line summary article
- Navigation system information.
- Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.
- Dealer message
- Dealer message
- Acura: the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is on, with DTC P2138 (accelerator pedal position sensor a/b...
2006 Acura TSX fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4‑cyl | FWD | 19-20 | 28 | 22-23 |
What 2006 Acura TSX owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Power steering rack & pinion always leaks on these vehicles. It is possible to lose all pressure in system and for vehicle to lose control while on the road. Acura is aware of the issue on 04-08 TSX models but refuses to issue a recall. On my personal vehicle, the driver's side seal is leaking.
The car is about to need the steering rack replaced for the 3rd time since august of 2021. The power steering fluid gets low and needs to be refilled every few months. Steering rack eventually springs leak every single time. Already had hose replaced from recall.
Every day I. The morning, the car would not start even though the battery is new and the car is driven everyday and mechanics can not find the problem and it passes all tests when checked for problems.
Paint has pealed away, exposing the metal on the body which is starting to rust. The major areas are on top of hood, roof and top of trunk.
The contact owns a 2006 Acura TSX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled without warning. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer nor an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was relating the failure to the federal safety agency campaign number: 13V093000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical system). The manufacturer had been informed of the failure and confirmed that the Vin was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 128,241.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 acura tsx. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an oil change. The mechanic became aware of a fluid leak underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was returned to the contact and while driving, the steering was difficult to turn. The contact stated that the power steering reservoir was empty. The reservoir was refilled. The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the rack and pinion was defective and needed to be replaced. The contact was also informed that the power steering hoses needed to be replaced. Mcdaniels acura of charleston (2283 savannah hwy, charleston, sc 29414, 843‑766‑1299, was contacted and informed of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000.
My power steering hoses have been leaking and now there's fluid down under the motor and under the car.. The car will not hold power steering fluid but for one day and my car is now become undrivable. I see there was a recall but I did not receive the recall notice and started looking online and saw that actually I have experienced the same problem but now it's gotten to the point where it's worse than just the hoses. I've tried to get it fixed and they say no you're not included in the recall I have all the problems that were stated and now it's become exacerbated. I need help immediately.
The accelerator pedal binds, the engine doesn't not quickly return to idle after the pedal is no longer pressed, increasing the risk of a crash. The vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 124, accelerator control system.
When applying firm pressure to the brakes, it responds with a series of rapid vibrations and concomitant clicking noise. I never feel a solid and responsive breaking system. This occurred when I was attempting to slow in ice on a side street in 06 at which time I called acura to complain. A few days ago, I attempted to avoid hitting the car in front of me while I was rolling after releasing my break from a full stop, so not even any mpg's. This was on a side street, and I don't remember the exact date. It was probably in september 2019. Luckily there was no damage, but I worry that my brakes will never be there when I need them.
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Questions about the 2006 Acura TSX
Is the 2006 Acura TSX reliable?
Owners have filed 50 complaints about the 2006 Acura TSX, close to a typical TSX model year.
What is the 2006 Acura TSX year score?
The 2006 Acura TSX scores 74 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Acura TSX: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Acura TSX?
Steering, with 24 complaints, typically around 119,000 miles. Next is electrical (8).
How many recalls does the 2006 Acura TSX have?
3 recalls, covering electrical system, steering and equipment.
Was there a recall on the 2006 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).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Acura TSX get?
Official estimates for the 2006 Acura TSX range from 22 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19-20 city and 28 highway.
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