2011 Acura TSX steering problems

Filed Jan 6, 2025 · Steering · CA

Power steering system malfunction. Warning light went on with no other warning and rendered vehicle undrivable due to no steering function

Filed Jul 11, 2021 · Steering · MA

While driving my 2011 Acura TSX wagon on 10 July 2021, the power steering failure indicator light came on while crossing a bridge and my power steering immediately failed. After the vehicle was towed home, I searched the manual and found there is no power steering reservoir to check for fluid. So I researched YouTube and found that this power steering has been a major problem with this vehicle. This is extremely dangerous and as I was on a bridge the danger was even greater as I could not pull over. I managed to safely exit but could not pull into a parking lot as there was not enough distance to keep the vehicle moving and I was unable to turn the wheel while the vehicle was almost at a standstill. When I got the car home, I researched how to correct the problem. Since the manual was useless, I turned to YouTube and proceeded to check the fuse first. It was not blown. The steering control module needs to be replaced and the authorized dealership wants $1500 to $2000 to replace. My car has been well maintained and just turned 80,000 miles. This is a safety issue and could have put me in a very dangerous situation since I was unable to steer my vehicle! Please contact my husband as soon as possible about replacing the power steering module as I need the use of my car! You can reach him at [XXX] or email [XXX] PARTS OF THIS DOCUMENT HAVE BEEN REDACTED TO PROTECT PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

Filed Dec 24, 2019 · Electrical, Steering · 75,000 miles · CA

On 11/19/19 my car was parked at a grocery store. When I got in to start it I got a flashing message regarding the electric power steering: 51. I couldn't really move the steering wheel and thankfully I was not driving. I had to had the car towed home. Upon looking into this I can see this has happened to a lot of people. The same year, make and model within the same mileage range as me. I have a 2011 acura tsx with 75,000 miles. There is no reason this should be happening, I have had every required maintenance. This is a safety issue and should be recalled. Acura needs to do the right thing and recall this so they can fix it. Why would anyone owing this car ever buy another acura knowing that with no fault of their own this can happen to them. Needless to say I have an appointment on 01/02/2020. The dealership said there is a "bulletin" regarding this issue. They are clearly aware of this problem.

Filed Aug 7, 2019 · Steering · 98,000 miles · MA

Got my eps system replaced about 1 years ago paid 1300 to fix now it seems to be a known issue recently my steering gets hard some days and other days its smooth dont know what to do I cant afford another 1300 for something that is know to be failing

Filed Aug 1, 2019 · Steering · 105,000 miles · CA

Steering system fails intermittently. Eps warning light comes on and the car becomes uncontrollable in the highway and very hard to maneuver in the parking lot. This is extremely scary situation. I was glad I was able to exit the freeway and stop the car at a safe location. Electronic power steering module (eps) is failing.

Filed Jul 8, 2019 · Steering · 79,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 acura tsx. While driving approximately 67 MPH, the power steering seized without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that an appointment was pending with hendrick acura (located at 6824 e independence blvd, charlotte, nc 28227, (980) 242-5667). The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 79,000. Piir=y.

Filed Apr 4, 2019 · Steering · 79,000 miles · AL

I have a 2011 acura tsx. The electronic power steering keeps malfunctioning while driving in moving traffic. It appears the electric power steering (eps) module is malfunctioning. This is a known problem with this model acura. Acura is well aware of this issue, yet has done nothing to remedy this safety issue. There are hundreds (if not thousands) of complaints about the eps. Acura still has not issued a recall. This is a serious (and dangerous) problem. The steering can just working without notice at highway speeds making the car uncontrollable. Will it cost someone's life before acura issues a recall for this known problem with their vehicle? If acura does not fix this problem, someone will get killed driving their acura, and by then it will be too late.

Filed Mar 30, 2019 · Steering · 82,000 miles · FL

Power steering completely went out while driving. Steering wheel won't turn at all. Light going off about power steering malfunction.

Filed Feb 6, 2019 · Steering · 84,500 miles · NY

While driving at approximately 45 MPH my power steering abruptly failed. The "check power steering" indicator came on. The steering wheel immediately locked up. I was able to get the car into a nearby store parking lot but steering ability was almost nonexistent. I had the car towed to my acura dealer who looked at the car and told me the electronic power steering component had failed and would need to be replaced. I researched this online and found that this seems to be a common problem with this make and model. The unit was replaced at a cost of $1,500. This is a serious safety issue and should be investigated as acura/honda has not addressed this at all.

Filed Dec 4, 2018 · Electrical, Steering · 193,123 miles · GA

While driving and almost ending up in a accident to where I could injury myself or someone else my car immediately said check power steering and the steering wheel locked as well then the dealership chargers 1500.00 just not safe and over priced repair to something that gives you know warning.