2008 Acura TSX Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other TSX years
- Fewer complaints than other years 8th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Acura TSX. That ranks 8th out of 11 TSX model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (17 complaints, 50%), typically at around 86,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 34owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 17 | 50% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 12% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 12% | 27,300 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 9% | 80,750 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 9% | 3,050 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 9% | 25,023 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 6% | 142,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 6% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 3% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 3% | 500 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | 1,350 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Acura TSX recalls (2)
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.
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.
1. The rack and pinion steering rack is leaking power steering hydraulic fluid. The power assist is not working and the vehicle is undrivable. Putting in new fluid does not help as it just drains out from he pinion within half a day. 2. Luckily, the seals on the rack and pinion failed in the…
The contact owns a 2008 Acura TSX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to complete a turn, an abnormal amount of effort was needed to turn the steering wheel. After a visual inspection of the engine compartment, the contact observed that the power steering…
Car last year began randomly displaying VSA code during inclement weather. Took vehicle for diagnostic and report showed APS sensor issues. Replaced acceleration pedal. Car then lost power steering. Replaced pump. Can began having loss of power while using cruise control and steering would stiffen…
While driving i noticed my car completely lost all of its power steering in one shot without warning. This leads to very stiff driving experience and when i brought it too the mechanic he said it would be a substantial amount of money to fix, because of this i googled and noticed many other acura…
While driving the car on the highway, it became increasingly hard to steer. By the time i got home the steering wheel couldn't be turned. Had it taken to the dealer where it was noted that the power steering was completely inoperable, the rack and pinion was leaking and the power steering pump was…
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 | 34 | 2 |
| 2007 TSX | 22 | 2 |
| 2006 TSX | 50 | 3 |
| 2005 TSX | 51 | 3 |
| 2004 TSX | 142 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Acura TSX?
Owners most often report steering, electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 17 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Acura TSX?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 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 2008 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.