2004 Acura TSX Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other TSX years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 142 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Acura TSX. That is the most of any TSX model year in the database (11 years). The most reported problem area is air bags (29 complaints, 20%), typically at around 62,500 miles. Complaints mention 9 crashes, 2 fires, 7 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 142owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 9complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Acura TSX problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 29 | 20% | 62,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 29 | 20% | 104,750 | — | — |
| Seats | 22 | 15% | 5,100 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 19 | 13% | 80,200 | — | — |
| Power Train | 16 | 11% | 56,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 14 | 10% | 109,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 5% | 105,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 5% | 59,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 7 | 5% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 5 | 4% | 108,000 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 5 | 4% | 74,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 5 | 4% | 93,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 3% | 167,235 | — | — |
| Equipment | 4 | 3% | 72,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 3% | 76,400 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 3% | 158,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 3% | 81,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 4 | 3% | 2,600 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | 58,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | 38,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Acura TSX recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system; engine and engine cooling
Problem: Honda is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Acura TSX vehicles originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In states that use corrosive materials for deicing, driver's footwear may bring in materials that saturate the vehicle's carpeting, which is in contact with the vehicle's engine Electronic Control Unit (ECU). As a result, the ECU case may experience rust or corrosion. This damage may potentially cause the engine to stall.
Risk: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owners and Acura dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any damaged ECU, free of charge. All vehicles will have a waterproof cover installed onto the ECU, free of charge. The recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Acura Client Relations at 1-800-382-2238 and select option 4 or go to www.recalls.acura.com.
Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Problem: Honda is recalling certain model year 2004 through 2008 acura tsx passenger vehicles manufactured between september 25, 2002 and february 13, 2008. Prolonged high under hood temperatures may cause the power steering hose to deteriorate prematurely and may cause the hose to crack and leak power steering oil.
Risk: Oil leaking onto a hot exhaust pipe will generate smoke and a burning smell, and could potentially result in an under hood fire.
Fix: Honda will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began may 28, 2010. Owners may contact acura client services at 1-800-382-2238.
Exterior lighting:tail lights
Problem: On certain passenger cars, the wire harness located in the trunk hinge area is not adequately protected and over time could be damaged when the trunk is opened and closed.
Risk: A damaged harness can cause a blown fuse, a short circuit and it can result in a loss of license plate lights, back-up lights and tail light function. Loss of a tail light could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the harness and if any damage is found, the harness will be replaced. If no damage is found, dealers will install corrugated plastic tubing over the harness to prevent future damage. The recall began on september 15, 2004. Owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While driving the vehicle, the vehicle suddenly shutoff and powered on again. After do some diagnostics we determined is was the ECU/ECM. The ECM has corrosion on the top which caused salty water to eat through the lid. Doing some research this vehicle make and model has recall but doesnât show…
The contact owns a 2004 Acura TSX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal clicking sound that was coming from the instrument cluster. The contact stated that upon decelerating to come to a stop, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that while the vehicle…
They power steering is leaking badly onto exhaust pipe and not holding any fluid in the Reservoir I do not know when problem began the car had one owner prior to me , I would like to just get the recall situated and fixed if possible
215 t5r 17 Goodyear I found a large bulge in the side wall drivers front tire. Need to find out who sold the tire and its distributor / shipper. Purchased these new but I am unable to locate the receipt.
The contact owns a 2004 Acura TSX. The contact stated while the vehicle was at a standstill, the vehicle would accelerate independently and he was unable to control the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer but they were unable to duplicate the failure. The contact stated on…
Other Acura TSX years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 TSX | 7 | 3 |
| 2013 TSX | 33 | 4 |
| 2012 TSX | 133 | 6 |
| 2011 TSX | 45 | 7 |
| 2010 TSX | 63 | 7 |
| 2009 TSX | 91 | 6 |
| 2008 TSX | 34 | 2 |
| 2007 TSX | 22 | 2 |
| 2006 TSX | 50 | 3 |
| 2005 TSX | 51 | 3 |
| 2004 | 142 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Acura TSX?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, seats problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 29 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Acura TSX?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 Acura TSX a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other TSX model years, the 2004 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.