2004 Acura TSX Problems and Repair Histories

Year	Make/Model	Trips/Year/100 Cars	Compared to all models for the same year
2004	Acura TSX	32 TSXs, 8.9 months of data per TSX, average 100800 miles 29	Fewest Trips Most Trips	see reported repairs

Acura TSX in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2009	94240		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	96100	1700	I wasn't able to shift into reverse after a month so I got it checked out and Acura dealership said it was the clutch so they replaced the clutch and plates.
May	2010	108500	0	Had vibrations going over 80Km/h so I had it checked out and found it to be the cv joints. Acura dealership thought it was a bent rim but I looked on some forums and found the problem to be the joints.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2007	44000		First odometer entry
Aug	2009	59000	125	Power door lock actuators failed on two doors but replaced on all four doors since they were all the same age and likely to fail at the same time.
May	2010	65000	0	Center stack lighting dims or blacks out. Replaced circuit board in radio that controls center stack lighting.
Oct	2011	78000	25	Replaced front passenger side power door lock actuator.
Mar	2013	92000	200	Warped rotors required turning Groaning, creaking noise from front end. Usual causes such as ball joints, tie rods, shocks were eliminated. Suspected steering rack but not conclusive. Decided to live with the noise.

 

Acura TSX in British Columbia, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2008	41540		First odometer entry
Jun	2009	58900	400	Electrical shutting down momentarily. Defective wiring to battery replaced.
Aug	2009	62000	1000	replaced drivers side door lock acutator
Sep	2011	90520	800	brought in for maintenance. replace serpentine accessory belt, fuel system cleaned had brake rotors planed. minor problems with overhead console dome lights cutting in and out (problem not fully resolved yet, seems to be bad wiring).
Mar	2013	108500		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2008		175	Driver door lock actuator replacement, done at honda dealer, successful.
Jun	2009	105000	1000	A/C Compressor, clutch, Coil, and dessicant replaced. Compressor locked up damaging other stated parts. Repaired by self, cost is parts only.
Jul	2009	106000	170	SRS sensor in the driver's seat belt buckle not functioning. Buckle replaced at Honda dealership.
Mar	2010	118000	0	Replaced warped front rotors with performance aftermarket rotors.
Aug	2010	123000	385	Replaced Driver's Door lock actuator for the second time (was out of parts warranty), this time harness was replaced for it at the dealer's suggestion. This may have been the reason for it failing in the first place. Replaced the Transistor and transistor wiring for the A/C blower motor. No issues after replacement.
Sep	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in British Columbia, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2009	66960		First odometer entry
Dec	2009	68820	1450	Throw-out bearing was worn. Replacement necessitated removal of transmission, so clutch assembly was replaced as incidental work.
Feb	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2009		165	Replace power door lock actuator - passenger side front.
Jun	2010	93000	500	Replace front brake rotors and pads
May	2013	140000	500	Pads and rotors Clutch - throw-out bearing occasionally squeals.

 

Acura TSX in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2009	57000		First odometer entry
Nov	2010	68000	120	Replaced starter. cost of new WPS starter $120.00
Dec	2010	68000	185	R&R crankshaft seal on timing chain cover
May	2011	82300	28	R&R right front door lock actuator
Mar	2013	132000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2005		0	Navigation and audio display failed, replaced audio unit under warranty.
Sep	2006		0	Rear passenger window motor failed, replaced under warranty.
Oct	2009		0	Driver seat belt buckle open circuit, SRS indicator light active. Replaced under lifetime warranty of seat belt components.
Jul	2010	85000	250	Power steering pump replaced but rack and pinion still leaking
Jun	2012	115000	400	Both front headlight lenses had condensation on the inside which prevented HID headlights from turning on. I replaced both headlight lenses with aftermarket units.
Mar	2013	120000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2008			First odometer entry
Sep	2008		150	Right Front Inner Tie Rod replacement
Feb	2009	81000	400	Front and rear stabilizer links are worn and squeak when going over road imperfections.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2011	104000		First odometer entry
Aug	2012	138500	0	Headlight clip replacement
Jan	2013	149000	425	Starter failed, replaced.
Feb	2013			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Iowa, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2007	58000		First odometer entry
Apr	2008	68000	60	Electric door lock actuators on both front doors gradually wore out and failed to operate via either door-lock buttons on doors or key fob. Replaced both actuators myself.
Jan	2011	92000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2007	27000		First odometer entry
Mar	2008	28000	0	HVAC/Radio switches - back lighting failed.
Feb	2010	43000	0	SRS warning light appeared intermittently while driving. Driver side seat belt buckle replaced under original manufacturers warranty. Problem resolved.
Oct	2011	51500	42	Driver's side power door lock actuator fails to lock driver's door while activating from inside. Passenger door sporadically will lock/unlock. Car cannot be locked/unlocked from outside using remote. Replace driver's side power door actuator myself. System repaired and is operational again.
Mar	2013	56000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Oklahoma, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2011	114000		First odometer entry
May	2012	120000	0	Seatbelt buckle would sometimes cause airbag light to illuminate. It would only resolve after turning the car off and back on.
Apr	2013	131000	0	Valet lock for pull lever for trunk release remained locked despite using key to unlock. Disassembly and reassembly after cleaning repaired, but key must be tilted to operate, lever works fine.

 

Acura TSX in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2007	37000		First odometer entry
Jun	2008	45000	0	HVAC display went dim, needs new printed circuit board, ordered by dealer, covered by extended warranty
Jul	2008	49000	40	Finished replacing bad HVAC circuit board, originally reported in June, '08
Mar	2009			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2012	93000		First odometer entry
Dec	2012	103000	170	Blower fan transistor failed, car was not blowing any air. part replaced and everything back to normal
Mar	2013	105000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2005		0	O2 sensor before converter went out. Covered under warranty.
Oct	2007		0	Lights on HVAC backlights went out. Was not aware of extended warranty. Never had it fixed.
Jul	2008		150	Driver side door lock actuator stop working
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2009	82000		First odometer entry
Nov	2011	98000	350	Nav control lights board needed to be replaced
Aug	2012	108500	1300	Compressor failed taking out condenser
Apr	2013	116000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2005		0	Noticed rear rattle/squeak. Weld in trunk 'massaged'.
Feb	2006		0	Rattle noticed in dashboard. Replaced steering cable reel.
May	2007		0	Replaced front passenger door lock.
Oct	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in North Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2009	81000		First odometer entry
Aug	2011	119700	0	SRS light on, faulty seat belt buckle replaced under original lifetime seatbelt warranty
Apr	2012	124000	650	replaced bad starter
Mar	2013	130000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2009		356	Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) went out while driving. Car went into limp mode and I immediately took it to the Dealer for repair.
Oct	2012	162000	865	AC compressor went out. Replaced compressor, dryer/accumulator, flushed system and freon
Mar	2013	170000	382	One of the coils for the spark plugs stopped working, so it was replaced. There was also an oil leak from the valve cover gasket that was also replaced.

 

Acura TSX in Indiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2010	86000		First odometer entry
Feb	2012	104000	300	The starter had died so it was replaced with a new one.
Aug	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2005		0	radio lights stopped working, replaced under warranty

 

Acura TSX in Netherlands
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2009	35960		First odometer entry
Mar	2011	53940	100	Driver door lock actuator, common problem with 2004 TSX.
Jun	2012	69440	60	door alternator broke on the driver side. typical honda accord problem.
Mar	2013	74400		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2012	115000		First odometer entry
Jun	2012	120000	1500	Repair was break pads and rotors about $1000, and 120000 checkup about $400.
Sep	2012	121000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	118000		First odometer entry
Jan	2013	160000	500	failed bearing
Mar	2013	165000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2012	103000		First odometer entry
May	2012	103000	245	Door lock actuator stopped working - I had to manually push down on each door lock in the car to secure the car when I left it. This also affected the car alarm. It was impossible to arm the car properly since the car couldn't lock itself.

 

Acura TSX in Missouri, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2011	65000		First odometer entry
Mar	2013	82000	325	The starter was getting weak so we replaced it.

 

Acura TSX in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	142000		First odometer entry
Jun	2010	151000	100	new brakes
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2008	50000		First odometer entry
Jun	2009	63000	250	Replaced motor for passenger door lock Hood was rusting - determined a manufacturer defect. Manufacturer paid to replace the hood.
Jul	2010	75000	0	Dash lights went out. Circuit board needed to be replaced. Covered under warranty.
May	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2008	22320		First odometer entry
Jan	2009	29140	0	Glove box rattling; rubber stopper replaced.
Jun	2009	30380	120	Driver's doorlock actuator replaced
Sep	2009	31620	100	Passenger side front window regulator was about to give out. Quoted $500. Called Acura Customer Service Relations, suggested that the low odometer combined with the poor service I had been getting at dealer justified a goodwill repair. They agreed.
Feb	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Minnesota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2007	24000		First odometer entry
Aug	2008	36000	221	Power lock in driver's door failed.
May	2011	57000	354	Repaired and replaced rear stabilizer bar end links
Aug	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	94000		First odometer entry
Jul	2008	102000	1040	Inner CV joints
Jul	2009	120000	1100	Routine 120K maintenance and brakes
May	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Mississippi, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2007			First odometer entry
Oct	2007		0	purchased used. Front driver-side wheel bearings replaced within a week for free (dealership 3mo/3,000mi warranty).
Jan	2008	65000	0	radio lights and HVAC lights stopped working. Fixed under Acura's extended warranty (100k miles) for this particular problem with 2004 model.
Mar	2008	67000	195	Lights for buttons around HVAC and radio would not stay illuminated. Radio had to be replaced.
Jul	2009	88000	130	Cruise control switch replaced. Cruise control would only work if the "cruise" button was pressed at all times.
Jul	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	18000		First odometer entry
Mar	2008	18000	0	Oxygen sensor on cat failed and had to be replaced.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2008	121000		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	142000	200	abs and tsa lights were coming on. They replaced the speed sensor in the left front wheel to fix the problem.
Sep	2009	148000	600	slight wheel shimy and excessive brake squeal was noted by myself. Diagnosis revealed the need for 4 rotors and pads.
Oct	2009	152000	120	Had the dealer do the fuel injector cleanout treatment since gas mileage had slowly fallen off. Post treatment, gas mileage was regained to 26+ mpg as well as improved acceleration
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	98000		First odometer entry
Mar	2009	101000	0	Had harsh vibrations between 45 and 60 mph. Both front left and right axles had to be replaced. From research on the net, seems to be a common problem with the axles needing replacement somewhere between 70k and 100k miles.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in North Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2007	49000		First odometer entry
Jan	2008	55000	400	Rear wheel bearings, diagnosed & ordered one day (about an hour). New rear wheel bearings installed. Replaced rear brake pads.
Jan	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2010	59000		First odometer entry
Sep	2010	60000	40	broken muffler support
Jun	2011	67000	2400	Power steering fluid leak because of small hole in power steering return line. oxygen sensor had to be replaced
Dec	2012	75000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	70680		First odometer entry
Mar	2010	71920	277	Timing belt change
Sep	2010	81840	290	Change Serpentine Belt and tension pully. Oil and air filter change.
Jul	2011	88040	550	Center panel and radio back lighting dim. Acura TSB 04-21
Aug	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Virginia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2007	56000		First odometer entry
Sep	2009	90000	300	Just a simple brake job- front pads/rotors. First brake job on the front brakes after 90,000 miles
Mar	2011	117000	150	Keyless entry would not work
Jun	2011	122000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Quebec, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2009	89280		First odometer entry
Apr	2009	89900	500	replacement of rotor and pads. The orignal ones were already warped and had been turned once.
Feb	2010		330	Air/Fuel Sensor Replacement
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Acura TSX in Virginia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2011	61000		First odometer entry
May	2011	62000	675	power steering pump failure
Jan	2012	68000		Most recent odometer entry.