2009 Acura TSX: grinding or squealing brakes

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 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 Jul 13, 2010 · Brakes · 16,000 miles · NY

Premature brake wear, squealing noise.

Filed May 27, 2010 · Brakes · 23,000 miles · CO

I have a 2009 acura tsx. At 17k miles the dealership said there was 7 mm left of rear brake pads. At 23k the brakes started to squeal. Dealer said 3mm left and needed replacement. When left, the squealing was gone. At 26k they state there is 00mm left. The dealership will not correct the problem. No break pad should wear out in this short amount of time.

Filed May 14, 2010 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · NY

I purchased my acura tsx 2009 in june 2009. I currently have 25,000 miles, almost all of which are highway miles. Just before 20,000 miles the rear brakes began to squeak. I brought the car to the dealer and sure enough the front brakes are totally fine and the rear breaks need to be replaced immediately, for $241. (as a side note: I contacted honda of america who claims to know nothing about the lawsuit honda has agreed to settle over exactly this problem, "unreasonable wear due to defective design that caused excessive force to be applied to the vehicle's rear wheels."

Filed Mar 5, 2010 · Body, Brakes · 14,000 miles · CA

I bought an acura 2009 tsx (tech pkg) in august 2008. Within the first month I had the brakes squealing,terrible noise. Took it to the dealer, who said it is normal with front brakes. I have suffered with the problem everyday for 1.5 years. When I went back to the dealer few days ago, they said there is excessive wear on the front pads. The car has 14,000 miles as of march 2010. They replaced the brakes per the new service bulletin related to squeaking brakes. Windshield molding came loose for no apparent reason, dealer fixed it as warranty service. There is excessive glare on the navigation system, makes it dangerous while driving. Not sure if there is a fix for this.

Filed Jan 27, 2010 · Brakes · 13,353 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 acura tsx. He states that while braking he heard screeching and grinding noises.this has been occurring for 2 weeks now. The dealer was contacted and they stated that it was a premature wear. The contact is concerned about the safety risk. The brake pads were replaced at the owners expense at $232.94 dollars.the contact states that this is a premature brake issue.the failure mileage was 13535 and current mileage was 13600. Updated 2/22/10 *cn updated 06/01/10.