Acura TSX engine failure problems

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 15, 2019 · Steering · 80,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 acura tsx. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized without warning and became difficult to turn in either direction. Spreen acura (8101 auto dr, riverside, ca 92504, (951) 335-8955) was notified and indicated that the manufacturer had not issued a steering recall. The vehicle was not covered by a warranty for servicing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Jul 17, 2018 · Electrical, Steering · 77,000 miles · MA

I was driving on a side street, roughly 25mph when my power steering light came on and the vehicle's steering locked up. I pulled over and quickly read the manual, which said to restart the car and if the light goes off, the car is ok. After doing so, the car was steering as expected and I was able to return home safely. The car was fine for 2 days. The third morning, I am leaving for work and driving on a side street and the same thing happened - the light came on and the vehicle's steering seized, except this time restarting did not help. I tried several times before succumbing to the fact that it was not going to help. I had to leave my car in the street and uber to work, work with aaa and the local acura dealership to get my car in for repair. It was the esp that had failed. With parts and labor the bill was $1,600. The car has 77k miles on it. This part should last at least to 100k, if not the life time of the vehicle. Luckily for me I was not on the highway, operating a vehicle with no steering is very scary and very dangerous. This is a serious issue that needs to be recalled by acura before someone is killed. I bought an acura because I trust them, their cars and their brand and I am incredibly disappointed in their lack of care and safety of their customers.

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 Feb 16, 2018 · Electrical, Steering · 75,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 acura tsx. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle restarted after one attempt. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the power steering module wiring needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. It was unknown if a dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to call the federal safety agency. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Dec 1, 2016 · Steering · 120,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 acura tsx. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the power steering seized without warning. The dealer diagnosed that the rack and pinion failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

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 Sep 28, 2011 · Engine · 125,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tsx. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH the vehicle stalled and the vsa lamp, check engine lamp and an error message displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to a local repair shop, who diagnosed that the cam shaft and timing chain were defective. The contact was advised to contact an authorized dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to diagnose the failure, but stated that the timing chain may have been stretched. The contact was advised to replace the engine. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 125,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Aug 26, 2010 · Engine · 105,000 miles · CA

2004 acura tsx A/C stopped blowing cold air. Brought it into acura and they said the AC compressor seized/ froze and shattered and contaminated the whole AC system cost of repair $3600.00 estimate. Hundreds of forums and other 04 tsx with the same problem. Some people says acura is paying for parts if the customer pays for labor. But not everybody getting that same offer?

Filed Mar 31, 2009 · Engine · VA

Upon acceleration, engine makes a rattling noise. I have reported this to crown acura in richmond, va, where they have inspected the vehicle and say this is considered a "normal" sound. The sound is unnatural; I am concerned that this sound will eventually lead to a larger problem and possible engine failure. I have reviewed internet discussion boards and others report this problem as well.