2005 Acura TSX Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other TSX years
- About as many complaints as other years 5th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Acura TSX. That ranks 5th out of 11 TSX model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (16 complaints, 31%), typically at around 139,000 miles. Complaints mention 5 crashes, 1 fire, 3 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 51owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 5complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 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 | 16 | 31% | 139,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 7 | 14% | 111,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 6 | 12% | 95,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | 12% | 77,600 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 5 | 10% | 71,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 8% | 38,582 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 6% | 145,915 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 6% | 91,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 6% | 27,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 4% | 126,250 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 2% | 119,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 2% | 7,163 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 2% | 48,239 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 2% | 175,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 2% | 45,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 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.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: On certain vehicles, a coil wire inside the fuel pump relay may break, causing the fuel pump to lose power. If the fuel pump becomes inoperative, the engine may not start.
Risk: If the fuel pump loses power while driving, the engine could stall without warning, and a crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump relay free of charge. The recall began on april 2, 2007. Owners may 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.
The contact's son owns a 2005 Acura TSX. The contact discovered that there was fluid leaking from the vehicle while parked. In addition, the contact stated that there was white steam coming from behind the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. Upon investigation, the contact discovered…
Unknown
Recall never fixed
The seat belt light on the dash remains lit when the vehicle is started. I contacted the local dealer. I was advised to bring it in to be evaluated and I would be charged a service charge to fix it unless it was covered by the warranty. I was under the impression the seat belt had a lifetime…
Had just picked up my car from being repaired from an accident and was just driving along and I turned the seat heater on and I started seeing smoke coming from under me and was getting hot so I pulled over and found my seat was on fire ,I was 9 months pregnant at the time and feared for me and my…
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 | 51 | 3 |
| 2004 TSX | 142 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Acura TSX?
Owners most often report air bags, steering, power train problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 16 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Acura TSX?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 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 2005 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.