KnownCarProblems2006 Acura Tsx Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 50 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Acura Tsx, most often about the steering (48% of complaints, typically around 119,000 miles). It is 6th of 11 Tsx model years by number of complaints and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2006 Acura Tsx problems
Steering
24 complaints · 48%Half of these problems showed up before 119,000 miles. Parts named most often: hydraulic power assist.
Power steering rack failed unexpectedly. Car developed a noise without any warning, and the steering became hard to turn. Made it to the repair center (dealership) without any problems, but the steering wheel was really hard to turn by the time I got there (with a drive no longer than 10 miles). Looking at online…
Rack and pinion (steering rack) leaking. Multiple Acura Tsx from 2004-2008 will most likely run into this problem. Seen a few complaints on social media from various Acura Tsx owners from 2004-2008 models. Very high cost to replace and dangerous if steering rack fails. Bought from dealership a few months back at 111k…
Electrical
8 complaints · 16%Half of these problems showed up before 60,000 miles. Parts named most often: 12v/24v/48v battery.
This 06 Acura Tsx car has a problem with the interior lighting above the rear view mirror, not working properly. Lights will not work most of the time but will come on, on their own uncommaneded and drain your car battery.this push for on lights cannot be determined if they are commanded on or off. I know two more…
Horn works intermittently. $700 to pull and replace an airbag to replace a 45 cent switch is an absurdity. Hey, honda/Acura...who do you think you are with that sweet sh, gm?
Brakes
6 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 8,500 miles.
Newly purchased (approximately 1000 miles on odometer) 2006 Acura Tsx 6 speed manual shift was parked on slight hill in neutral with parking brake on. After being parked there for some time parking brake failed to hold vehicle and vehicle rolled backwards down driveway striking tree. Damage to trunk occurred. Dealer…
On approximately 03.01.06 the following problems arose: rattling from the passenger seat, near the armrest cracking/popping/buzzing from the front drivers door speaker/window switch area (Acura service bulletin 04-024) at highway speeds, rattling from both door mounted seat belt adjusters squeaky brakes mildew smell…
Engine
5 complaints · 10%The accelerator pedal binds, the engine doesn't not quickly return to idle after the pedal is no longer pressed, increasing the risk of a crash. The vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 124, accelerator control system.
The contact owns a 2006 Acura Tsx. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an oil change. The mechanic became aware of a fluid leak underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was returned to the contact and while driving, the steering was difficult to turn. The contact stated that the…
Seats
4 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: front assembly.
Driver's side seat rails squeak badly. Acura needs a tsb to get this problem fixed quickly. Should not have this problem on a 3 month old $30,000 car. Check acurazine website under Tsx forum- squeaky drivers seat and notice how many people are reporting his problem.
On approximately 03.01.06 the following problems arose: rattling from the passenger seat, near the armrest cracking/popping/buzzing from the front drivers door speaker/window switch area (Acura service bulletin 04-024) at highway speeds, rattling from both door mounted seat belt adjusters squeaky brakes mildew smell…
Air bags
4 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: side/window.
My wife lost control of our 2006 Acura Tsx and hit a concrete barrier head first at approximately 50mph. The airbags did not deploy. Both frame rails were bent and everything at the front of the car was pushed back towards the engine. The fenders were bent, the bumper was destroyed, the doors didn't open and close…
Power steering has been affected due to defective rack and pinion. Car pulls to the right and poses a safety issue on highway. Steering has also locked up due to the power steering leak while driving. A very frightening situation when going faxt speeds. Also, the front passenger airbag started cracking a few years ago…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2006 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.
Equipment: owners/service/other manual
Risk: The language in the owner's manuals is not in accordance with the current mandatory requirements.
Fix: Honda will send a postcard to dealers and owners with the correct NHTSA vehicle safety hotline information and with instructions to insert the card into the "reporting safety defects" section of the owner's manual. The recall began on august 2, 2006. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009, acura at 1-800-382-2238 or honda motorcycles at 1-866-784-1870.
Full defect summary
On certain passenger vehicles and motorcycles, the owner's manuals contain incorrect contact information for the national highway traffic safety administration's (NHTSA) vehicle safety hotline.
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 2006 Acura Tsx
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Acura Tsx?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: steering (24 complaints, typically around 119,000 miles); electrical (8 complaints, typically around 60,000 miles); brakes (6 complaints, typically around 8,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2006 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 2006 a bad year for the Acura Tsx?
- It is 6th of 11 Tsx model years by number of complaints, with 50 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.