2009 Acura TSX brakes problems

Filed Jan 31, 2019 · Brakes · DC

Whenever the weather drops below freezing, my brakes stop working. The care may work fine for the first block, but fail two or three blocks into a drive. When I try to step on the brake, and it feels frozen -- stuck almost. The only way to stop the vehicle is by using the emergency brake. After a few minutes, of idling the manual brake returns to normal activity. This is extremely alarming -- especially on city roads with numerous pedestrians, students, and other vehicles in close proximity. It is not a normal issue; I never experienced this with another car, and from internet research, it seems that a number of other drivers expressed concern to dealers, the manufacturer, and the federal safety agency with no outcome. Will it take a casualty or hopefully not a fatality for an investigation/ action?

Filed Nov 21, 2015 · Brakes · 75,000 miles · NY

I have a 2009 acura tsx and when the temperature drops into the single digits ( f) or we have a very cold overnight weather (I'm in western ny) I am experiencing brake issues. I'll start my car, it will run for a few minutes to warm up and I will leave my parking space. Driving about 5-15mph when I first press the brake pedal there is very, very, limited travel, then the pedal just stops (kind of feels like a brick underneath the pedal). I can tell the brakes are not doing anything to stop the car. So naturally my car will slow down to a stop. I press down on the brake pedal again and it's still stuck with very little travel. I'll pump the brakes as best I can a few times and eventually you can feel the pedal soften. I keep doing this as it progressively gets softer and eventually returns to a normal state. As I drive off its fine for usually the rest of the day. It only returns once my car sits outside in overnight cold temperature. This happens very often in cold weather, and only in cold weather. I have read other acura owners experiencing the same issue.

Filed Mar 26, 2015 · Brakes · 58,873 miles · MI

Upon leaving home on a cold march morning, I drove through my complex to the main road. As I approached the first main intersection, the traffic light turned red. When I applied my brake, the pedal would not go down - it was hard to the touch. As my car continued toward - and then into - the intersection, I tried multiple times to apply the brake, until eventually the pedal responded, the brakes engaged, and my car came to a stop. It is now a year later, and my car has done this 3 times. On the day of the first incident, my brakes were inspected and no problems were found. My dealership claimed to have never heard of this issue, and tried to convince me that it could have been my anti-lock brakes engaging. A year passed before the second incident. After consulting with the company tech line, my brake booster was replaced. Two weeks later, it happened a third time. My car is still in the shop awaiting repair. I'm told that the company tech line determined that my dealership should replace the supply line/check valve, but the part is on back-order. As of yet, there is no estimate of completion. No one at acura has been able to answer my specific questions as to exact cause. They speculate that moisture gets into the line and freezes, but no one can tell me why the brakes will work several times before seizing up and failing. My acura dealership has no experience in this matter and continues to consult their tech line to determine course of action; however, I am not permitted to speak with anyone at that tech line to attempt to get my questions answered.

Filed Oct 28, 2014 · Airbags, Body · 136,000 miles · MI

Bought car new may 2008, manual 6 speed. Have had many repairs:brakes x4, antenna, driver's seat molding, air bags, roof molding, front window molding. I still love driving car despite the car gulping quarts of oil and no source of oil loss has been determined. Began having difficulty shifting gears 09/2013. Took to troy acura told clutch ok. Clutch failed completely about 3 weeks later on I-75, could not get out of 2nd gear. Replaced with acura parts $1761 repair costs on 10/30/2013. Around june 2014, clutch would either depress rapidly or was very hard to depress at times. I attributed this to variable weather ( very hot alternating with damp rainy) since clutch not year old. Developed loud,rattling vibration in steering during acceleration on lane changes 10/2013. Told that both drive shafts bad and had seized into hub. Surprised since I had zero warning that a problem existed. Paid $2138 for repairs. Asked jeffrey honda/acura to check condition of clutch because it was slipping, difficult to engage at times. Informed clutch starting to show wear/air in system and may need to be replaced. Told jeffrey honda/acura clutch replaced 10/2013! They thought it was original part. Told to take it back to troy acura. Troy told me that warranty had expired (12,000 miles or one year) and I would have to agree to $995 fee to have problem investigated and cost of repairs since warranty no longer valid. Additionally, there was nothing that could be done without me agreeing to cover costs of investigation. I disagreed with them. Manager at troy suggested that I look in acura handbook for 800 number and contact acura client services because he did not have number to call since I had already declined to have problem investigated by them. This was poor workmanship or defective part. Acura and troy acura should be held accountable for such blatant early failure on clutch.

Filed Nov 30, 2012 · Brakes · 40,300 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 acura tsx. The contact stated that while descending a steep hill, she attempted to apply the brakes but they failed to function properly. The contact engaged the emergency brake and down shifted to slow the vehicle. The vehicle was able to be driven to the dealer where it was confirmed that the brakes had failed due to excessive heat. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted about the failure. The failure and current mileage was 40,300.

Filed Jun 6, 2012 · Body, Brakes · 25,000 miles · MD

When I took my car in for maintenance last year (9/11) they mentioned that at my next service visit I may need brakes. I was astounded given the low mileage and the fact that all my past cars never needed brakes this soon. The car was only two years old. I recently took my tsx in for b12 service (5/12) which cost over $400. I could not believe that I would need replacement brakes so did not authorize it. I only have 25,000 miles. The service representative claimed it was my driving style. Everyone said it was just the dealership advising unnecessary work. The next day after service my left rear wheel started to squeal. When they removed the tires for the b12 service they evidently put the defective pad back on incorrectly. That day, I mentioned my brake issue to a friend and they informed about the defect and the class action suite. Of course the service reps knew all along and never took responsibility. They could have offered me a discount on the brakes and explained the issue they were having with the 2009 tsx brakes. This could be a serious safety issue. Additionally, I noticed a rust spot on my passenger side below the door their year (4/12). I have had no accidents. I thought with modern metals and paints this issue no longer existed. Particularly with a new car and a acura. Once again they blamed me and said it was my responsibility. There must have had a "impact". None that was visible of course.

Filed Mar 1, 2012 · Brakes · 36,711 miles · CA

The inner rear brake pads went from 6 in september to 1 - worn to the sensor in less than six months. The front brake pads remained at 8 and the outer rear brake pads were 6. Mechanics with whom I have spoken have explained that the rear brake pads should not be wearing out prior to the front since the front brakes do most of the work. They also indicated that such uneven wear is not normal. Of most concern to me is the safety issue. Except for an intermittent noise like a little stick in my right rear tire well, I had no idea there was a problem. Although it wasn't time for my regular service, I contacted my mechanic to make sure my car was ready for a road trip I was taking that weekend. Because I mentioned the intermittent sound, they looked under the car and discovered the problem with the brakes. Had I not been cautious, I could very well have had a serious problem on the road without ever anticipating it. While the acura dealer insists that such wear is not unusual for these cars, I find it very concerning that my brakes should be worn out in this way at 36000 miles. With previous cars, I have never needed brake pads until around 80,000 miles. It is upsetting to me to have this experience with a car that is renowned for its durability and to not have it covered under warranty. It seems odd to me that my mechanic and the other mechanics with who I consulted don't find this to be "normal wear and tear" and yet acura does. Had I driven the car without checking, I would likely have had brake failure, destroyed the rotors and required a much more costly repair job. Brake failure could also have meant an accident and injury, not just to my car and its passengers, . That little intermittent sound that I heard was so intermittent that my passengers never heard it - were it not for the mechanics in my family, I might not have noticed either.

Filed Mar 11, 2011 · Brakes · 34,000 miles · MN

I have a 2009 acura tsx. At about 34,000 miles I started noticing a high-pitched noise coming from the rear passenger side. Took the vehicle in, and they determined that it was my rear brake pads. Nearly all of my driving is highway, indicating that there may be an issue with the integrity of the rear braking system. Cost to replace was $250.

Filed Dec 26, 2010 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · MD

At 20,000 miles I was informed that I will need rear brake pads on my 2009 tsx. After I left the appointment, my brakes began squealing and grinding when stopping or slowing down. This seems premature and I would like an investigation.

Filed Aug 15, 2010 · Brakes · 23,500 miles · CA

I was hearing some noises from the back right side of my car on my 2009 acura tsx and I took it into the dealer. It turned out that my rear brakes were done to the metal. My car only had 23,500 miles on it at 75% of my miles are freeway driving. It turns out that honda recently settled a lawsuit where they changed the design for the brakes.