Is the Acura TSX Reliable?

Q: Is the Acura TSX reliable?

The Acura TSX scores 85/100 on the VinCheckEngine reliability index, which rates as "Excellent" for the 2004–2014 model years. Run a free VIN report at vincheckengine.com for vehicle-specific analysis.

Q: What year TSX is most reliable?

Among recently analyzed years, the 2014 Acura TSX scored highest with a reliability score of 95/100. Fewer recalls and complaints were reported for that model year.

Q: How many miles does a TSX last?

With regular maintenance, most Acura TSX owners report 150,000–200,000+ miles of reliable service. High-mileage examples frequently appear at auction. Always verify with a VIN history report before purchasing a used TSX.

2004–2014 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.

85/100

Excellent

Reliability Score

Total Recalls

315

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

Own a Acura TSX? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.

Acura TSX Reliability by Year

Model Year	Recalls	Complaints	Injuries	Deaths	Reliability Score	Rating
2014	1	5	—	—	95	Excellent
2013	2	22	2	—	88	Excellent
2012	4	74	—	—	78	Good
2011	5	27	1	—	80	Excellent
2010	5	47	4	—	77	Good
2009	5	45	2	—	78	Good
2008	2	15	2	—	90	Excellent
2007	2	12	—	—	92	Excellent
2006	3	42	1	—	85	Excellent
2005	3	26	—	—	87	Excellent

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the TSX Compares to Similar Vehicles

Acura TSX85/100

Luxury Category Average70/100

The TSX scores 15 points above the average luxury — a strong result.

Known Acura TSX Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

STEERING

103

AIR BAGS

SERVICE BRAKES

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ENGINE

Based on 315 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Acura TSX reliable?+

The Acura TSX scores 85/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 32 recall campaigns and 315 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year TSX is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2014 TSX achieved the highest reliability score of 95/100 with 1 recall and 5 complaints.

How many miles does a TSX last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Acura TSX owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used TSX will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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Check a Specific Acura TSX VIN

Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.

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