KnownCarProblems2005 Acura Tsx Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 51 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Acura Tsx, most often about the air bags (31% of complaints, typically around 139,000 miles). It is 5th of 11 Tsx model years by number of complaints and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2005 Acura Tsx problems
Air bags
16 complaints · 31%Half of these problems showed up before 139,000 miles.
On multiple occasions, after starting vehicle, the airbag light stays on while driving. On or about may 23, 2014, I reported the problem to devon Acura of norwalk, located in norwalk, ct and was advised that having the air bag light on while driving means the airbags will not be able to deploy in the event of an…
I was driving alone on a icy city street and was unable to stop completely when another vehicle was turning left. My vehicle was traveling at approximately 12-15 miles per hour when it impacted the other vehicle. On the other vehicle there was no damage at all and on my 2005 Acura Tsx there was a minor indentation in…
Steering
7 complaints · 14%Parts named most often: hydraulic power assist.
The power steering rack started leaking and had to be replaced. I was told the tie rod ends were leaking and the entire rack would have to be replaced. I researched online and apparently it is a common issue with the Tsx at this mileage.
My VIN is not included in Acura r35 recall campaign of 167,000 2094-2008 4-cyl Tsx re: power steering, but the vehicle (2005 4-cyl Tsx) is experiencing the issue, as verified by the Acura dealership this week. From service reccomendation - red: requires immediate attention - 'leaking system was low and noisy. Just…
Other or unspecified
6 complaints · 12%I was driving north bound hwy 6 towards college station texas from houston, and the vehicle started to not engage while shifting and then the vehicle gave no power to the wheels ,but all soleniods seem to be in working order. After having the vehicle towed from hempstead where it was disabled ,and after doing some…
Transmission
6 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 95,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, manual transmission.
The contact owns a 2005 Acura Tsx. The contact stated that while waiting at a traffic light, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning lamp illuminated. The contact mentioned that the transmission slipped gears without warnings. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the throttle…
Around 11:15pm on 9/16/16 making a left turn at approximately 15mph all the center console lights/controls went out, vehicle lost acceleration as if it were in neutral, shifted to manual and pressed the accelerator as well, still no acceleration, only motor revving, turned headlights off then it accelerated, all dash…
Engine
5 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 70,000 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system, cooling system.
My A/C compressor has failed 20 days after my warranty expired. Compressor made grinding noise for a few seconds, then a loud bang, then stopped working. I've read that there are similar issues with 2004 vehicles that have been addressed, not sure why 2005 vehicles weren't included. Apparently they were aware that…
The A/C system (mainly the A/C compressor, clutch, and stator) in my 2005 Acura Tsx suddenly stopped working at 71,000 miles without any warning. I've researched this issue online and discovered that many 2004 and above model-year Acura Tsx vehicles have this problem. Www.acurazine.com has many stories of owner…
Electrical
5 complaints · 10%Parts named most often: wiring, instrument cluster/panel.
The A/C system (mainly the A/C compressor, clutch, and stator) in my 2005 Acura Tsx suddenly stopped working at 71,000 miles without any warning. I've researched this issue online and discovered that many 2004 and above model-year Acura Tsx vehicles have this problem. Www.acurazine.com has many stories of owner…
Around 11:15pm on 9/16/16 making a left turn at approximately 15mph all the center console lights/controls went out, vehicle lost acceleration as if it were in neutral, shifted to manual and pressed the accelerator as well, still no acceleration, only motor revving, turned headlights off then it accelerated, all dash…
Wheels and tires
3 complaints · 6%Parts named most often: sidewall, tread/belt.
: the contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the front right tire lost air. After the vehicle was pulled off the road, and an attempted was made to refill the tire. The steel belt was observed to be broken. There were blisters on sidewall; blisters were on other 3 tires also.
Body and structure
3 complaints · 6%Parts named most often: body.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2005 Acura Tsx recalls
Electrical: electrical system
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.
Full defect summary
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.
Steering: hose, piping, and connections
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.
Full defect summary
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.
Fuel system: fuel pump
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.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2005 Acura Tsx
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Acura Tsx?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: air bags (16 complaints, typically around 139,000 miles); steering (7 complaints); other or unspecified (6 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2005 Acura Tsx have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from March 15, 2013 (electrical). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2005 a bad year for the Acura Tsx?
- It is 5th of 11 Tsx model years by number of complaints, with 51 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.