Is the Acura TSX Reliable?
2004–2014 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Acura TSX Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 2 | 5 | — | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2013 | 4 | 22 | 2 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2012 | 5 | 74 | — | — | 45 | Fair |
| 2011 | 5 | 27 | 1 | — | 48 | Fair |
| 2010 | 5 | 47 | 4 | — | 43 | Poor |
| 2009 | 4 | 45 | 2 | — | 49 | Fair |
| 2008 | 3 | 15 | 2 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2007 | 3 | 12 | — | — | 73 | Good |
| 2006 | 3 | 42 | 1 | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2005 | 4 | 26 | — | — | 54 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the TSX Compares to Similar Vehicles
The TSX scores 12 points below the average luxury. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Acura TSX Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 315 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Acura TSX reliable?+
The Acura TSX scores 58/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 38 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 85/100 with 2 recalls 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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