2013 Acura Tsx problems

acura logo
2013 Acura Tsx

Social links

Common 2013 Acura Tsx problems

The Acura TSX, a compact luxury car produced from 2003 to 2014, is known for its dependability. However, it has its share of common problems, particularly in specific model years. This article will discuss the common problems with the Acura TSX, focusing on the 2013 model year, based on complaints from owners.

Power steering failure is a common problem in the 2013 Acura TSX. Some owners have reported the power steering stopping abruptly while driving, while others have noticed the check power steering system light illuminating before the vehicle becomes difficult to steer. Replacing the EPS unit or the circuit board has fixed this problem in some affected vehicles.

Another issue with the 2013 Acura TSX is problems with its tire pressure sensor. The low tire warning light would reportedly activate despite the tire pressure being accurate. Replacing the faulty tire pressure sensors with new ones is a common fix for this problem.

The 2013 Acura TSX also shares some common problems with its predecessors, such as engine problems. These usually happen during winter when the engine becomes colder than usual. Affected vehicles may refuse to turn on at cold starts, produce rattling noises, and need a jump start to get going. Once owners brought their car to the dealer, they were told the noise was caused by a bad VTC actuator. Replacing the failed actuator is a common fix for this issue.

In conclusion, while the Acura TSX is a dependable luxury midsize car, it still has its fair share of problems. Power steering failure, faulty tire pressure sensors, and engine problems are among the most reported issues for the 2013 Acura TSX. It is essential for potential buyers to be aware of these common problems and consider them when purchasing a used Acura TSX.

2013 Acura Tsx engine

Is a 2013 Acura TSX a reliable car?

If you are looking for a well-appointed premium luxury vehicle that delivers ample fuel economy, a simple pricing structure and an envious reliability record, the 2013 Acura TSX certainly qualifies.

What is the most common problem with the Acura TSX?

Some common problems of the Acura TSX include power steering failure, faulty tire pressure sensors, and brake problems.

Is Acura TSX a reliable car?

The Acura TSX Reliability Rating is 4.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 2nd out of 31 for luxury midsize cars. The average annual repair cost is $415 which means it has excellent ownership costs. The severity of repairs is low while frequency of those issues is average, so major issues are uncommon for the TSX.

How many miles can a 2013 Acura TSX last?

The typical mileage that an Acura TSX can achieve is usually between 150k to 250k miles. Hondas in general have good reliability, and this particular line seems even more so than most; if You do the routine maintenance, You'll likely push it to the point You get rid of it, rather than it dies.

2013 Acura Tsx car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Acura Tsx problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Steering problems
  • Air bags problems
  • Tires problems
  • Electrical system problems
  • Service brakes problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 2013 Acura Tsx vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Latest 25 complaints 2013 Acura Tsx

The NHTSA has received 31 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2013 Acura Tsx. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2013 Acura Tsx vehicles.

2024-05-17

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-05-04
  • VIN: JH4CU2F81DC
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: Power steering electronic module went out and can’t find any replacements. Other models as the same as mine have been recalled.
2023-10-12

TIRES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-07-04
  • VIN: JH4CU2F64DC
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: I first reported this on July 7, 2023 under NHTSA ID#11530893. My wife was driving when the Continental tire size 225/50/R17 suddenly blew out at approximately 70 MPH. Immediately pulled to shoulder of highway. This was a very tense moment at speed running on the rim to get immediately off the road. Fortunately there was no vehicles in neighboring lanes as we swerved and got out of harms way. Continental Tire dealer was contacted and shown the 2 pieces of separated tire. We were informed there is an open recall for tread separating from side wall of Continental Tires. Also informed that my DOT Tire identifier was not listed under the recall. No recourse was taken/offered by Continental dealer.
2023-07-07

TIRES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-07-04
  • VIN: JH4CU2F64DC
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Acura TSX equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: Pure Contact, Tire Size: 225/50/R17, DOT Number: VY40WD4A2320. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver's side tire exploded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The tires were replacement tires. The failure mileage was approximately 126,500.
2023-06-16

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-06-15
  • VIN: JH4CU2F61DC
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: I purchased my 2013 Acura TSX new. Since the date of purchase I have had the battery replaced 4 times including yesterday. On each occasion, the battery was drained due to the Bluetooth Module being defective. The dealer has confirmed the problem. This poses a substantial safety risk
2022-06-21

Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2022-06-20
  • VIN: JH4CW2H65DC
  • Components: Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness
  • Summary: After the harness is clipped in place and tightened as directed, you can pull the straps forward (including my 3yo child was able to do this) and loosen the straps of the harness without pressing on the release button. The harness pulls loose and will not stay locked in place. I also tried to simulate impact with a sudden and strong pull on the harness to see if it would lock in that situation and it does not. If we had been in an accident using this car seat, my child could have been seriously injured because the harness would have failed to lock. We purchased this in Sept 2019 and just noticed this occurring now but unclear if we just didn't realize it before or if the harness just failed now.
2021-09-27

SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-09-24
  • VIN: JH4CU2F49DC
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES
  • Summary: On Friday, September 24, 2021 when I went around a curve my car felt like the vehicle stability assist was trying to kick on. However, no warning light came on and I was not going to fast for the weather or road conditions. I did not hit any pot holes or anything else to cause the part to fail. When I went to apply my brakes the brakes felt soft and spongy and I was concern with the car not stopping. Safety issues for me and others were if my car didn't stop and me hitting another vehicle and injuring/killing them or myself due to the component failure. I was able to get my car to Acura Sterling McCall in Houston and they were able to duplicate the issue and I was advised the VSA needed to be replaced. That this was causing the soft brakes.
2021-07-22

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-07-01
  • VIN: JH4CU2F84DC
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Acura TSX. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the passenger’s side air bag sensor warning light remained illuminated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.
2021-03-24

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-03-24
  • VIN: JH4CU2F44DC
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: POWER STEERING LIGHT STARTED FLASHING WHEN I TURN ON THE CAR THIS MORNING, STEERING WHEEL HARD TO TURN
2021-02-06

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-02-05
  • VIN: JH4CU2F47DC
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: DRIVING STRAIGHT ROAD IN TOWN GOING MAYBE 40 MPH, ALERT CAME ON SAYING CHECK POWER STEERING. WHEEL EXTREMELY HARD TO MANUEVER, BARELY TURNED INTO CLOSEST PARKING LOT. THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND NEEDS TO BE RECALLED. MY CAR IS CURRENTLY SITTING AT A SHOP WAITING TO BE FIXED, WHATEVER THAT MEANS.... $$$$$$$
2020-12-03

STEERING,AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2020-12-02
  • VIN: JH4CU2F65DC
  • Components: STEERING,AIR BAGS
  • Summary: CANNOT TURN WHEEL, IT'S VERY DIFFICULT
2020-11-19

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2020-11-12
  • VIN: JH4CU2F63DC
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: STEERING LOCKED UP AND POWER STEERING LIGHT CAME ON DASHBOARD. TURNED OFF THE ENGINE, RESTARTED, IT WAS OK. IT HAPPENED AGAIN AND EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO TURN THE STEERING. REAL SAFETY HAZARD.
2020-09-30

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2020-09-30
  • VIN: JH4CU2F84DC
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: CHECK POWER STEERING SYSTEM DISPLAYED AND THE VEHICLE POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING COMPLETELY. HAD TO MOVE STEERING WITH FORCE.
2020-09-08

VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2020-08-10
  • VIN: JH4CU2F8XDC
  • Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
  • Summary: THE SUN VISOR HAS BECOME DEFECTIVE AND INHIBITS VISIBILITY. THE INTERNAL CLIP HAS WORN OUT, CANNOT BE REPLACED, AND HAS BECOME DEFECTIVE. THE PROBLEM OCCURS WHILE DRIVING AND STATIONARY. THE SAME INCIDENT OCCURRED WITH MY PREVIOUS VEHICLE, 2006 HONDA CIVIC, AND WAS RESOLVED THROUGH A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT.
2020-09-07

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2020-09-06
  • VIN: JH4CU2F62DC
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN A STRAIGHT ROAD, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AND I GOT A MESSAGE ON THE DASHBOAD. IT SAID THAT THE ELECTRICAL POWER STEERING SYSTEM MAY NOT BE WORKING. I TURNED OFF THE CAR. I TURNED IT BACK ON AND CONTINUED TO DRIVE. HOWEVER, WITHIN 1 MIN, THE WHEEL LOCKED AGAIN. THANK GOD I HADNT GOTTEN ON THE FREEWAY. THERE COULD'VE BEEN SERIOUS CONSEQUENCES AS THIS IS AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SITUATION WHILE DRIVING. I SLOWLY BROUGHT IT BACK HOME AS I HAD TO CONTINUOUSLY TURN OFF AND ON THE CAR TO UNLOCK WHEEL FOR 1 MIN. TO MAKE SOME TURNS. THIS SHOULD NOT HAVE HAPPENED TO THIS CAR THAT I BOUGHT LESS THAN 10 YEARS OLD. I HAD JUST TAKEN IT IN A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO FOR AN OIL CHECK AND INSPECTION.
2020-02-13

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2020-02-08
  • VIN: JH4CU2F46DC
  • Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
  • Summary: VEHICLE IS MANUFACTURED WITH DEFECTIVE VTC ACTUATOR, IT IS MAKING RATTLE SOUND ON A COLD START. MANUFACTURER IS NOT WILLING TO ACCEPT THE DEFECT PART.
2019-08-25

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-08-24
  • VIN: JH4CU2F41DC
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: ON MY WAY TO WORK LAST NIGHT WHILE DRIVING IN THE HIGHWAY, MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKED, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE FOR ME TO TURN. THEN LIGHTS STARTING FLASHING ON THE DASHBOARD SAYING CHECK POWER STEERING SYSTEM. I WAS AFRAID FOR MY LIFE AS THIS IS DANGEROUS. I DID SAFELY MAKE IT TO WORK. AT THIS TIME I AM UNABLE TO FIND A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM WHICH IS ODD BECAUSE THIS IS DEFINITELY NOT A CONSUMER'S FAULT. IT'S A SYSTEM FAILURE.
2019-08-07

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-07-05
  • VIN: JH4CU2E80DC
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: THE AUTOMATIC STEERING STOPPED WORKING WHEN I WAS TRYING TO REVERSE OUT OF THE PARKING LOT. CAR WAS ONLY PARKED FOR 15 MINUTES IN THE LOT. CAR ONLY HAS 32K
2019-07-08

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-04-20
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: JH4CU2F81DC
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: OUR NON-MOVING VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HARD REAR-END COLLISION AT A IN CITY TRAFFIC WAITING TO MAKE A LEGAL TURN. A WEEK LATER VEHICLE LOST STEERING MOBILITY. WE HAD BATON ROUGE, LA ACURA DEALERSHIP RUN A DIAGNOSTIC. THEY FAILED TO DETERMINE IF THE FAILURE WAS DIRECTLY ASSOCIATED WITH REAR-END COLLISION. I WOULD SAY SO. THAT IS FINE LIL TOUGH CAR. WE ARE THE SECOND OWNERS. ALL WE HAVE HAD TO DO IS PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND CHANGE A BATTERY. ACURA CARS AT 88K MILES DO NOT HAVE ELECTRICAL COMPONENT STEERING PROBLEMS. AT THE TIME AN OWNER OF A 2008 TSX HAD 179K MILES WITH NO PROBLEMS. OUR HOUSEHOLD HAD TO EXPERIENCE MORE THAN A$1700 UNEXPECTED EXPENSE. SPOKE WITH AN NHTSA REP LAST WEEK. SHE MENTIONED THE STEERING SYSTEM IS UNDER WARRANTY FOR THAT MODEL YEAR (2013). HELP
2019-04-25

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-04-17
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: MY 2013 ACURA TSX EPS SYSTEM WENT OUT AND I BOUGHT A NEW ONE THROUGH ACURA AND INSTALLED IT MYSELF AND COME TO FIND OUT IT DID NOT WORK, SAME ERROR IS OCCURRING. DASH IS SAY CHECK POWER STEERING SYSTEM AND SAME CODE POPS UP FOR THE EPS MODULE. WILL BE CONTACTING THE DEALER I PURCHASED FROM TO GET REPLACEMENT. SUPPOSEDLY IT HAS A 1YR MANUFACTURES WARRANTY
2019-04-15

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-04-10
  • VIN: JH4CU2F80DC
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 ACURA TSX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING AND BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION. SPREEN ACURA (8101 AUTO DR, RIVERSIDE, CA 92504, (951) 335-8955) WAS NOTIFIED AND INDICATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT ISSUED A STEERING RECALL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED BY A WARRANTY FOR SERVICING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.
2019-04-01

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-04-01
  • VIN: JH4CU2F67DC
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: WHILE I WAS IN MOTION AND TURNING MY CAR RIGHT TO PARK, THE POWER STEERING LIGHT WENT ON AND THE STEERING WHEEL STOPPED RESPONDING. AFTER STARTING THE CAR THREE TIMES, THE POWER STEERING WORKED AGAIN. I DROVE THE CAR ON THE STREET FOR 10 MINUTES AND MY POWER STEERING SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING. MY CAR COULD NOT TURN AND COULD ONLY GO STRAIGHT WHILE I WAS IN MOTION. I WAS ON A VERY BUSY INTERSECTION, SO I TRIED TO TURN RIGHT INTO A SMALL ROAD. THE TURN WAS VERY WIDE SINCE THE STEERING WHEEL DIDN'T WORK AND I ALMOST HIT ANOTHER CAR HEAD ON. MY CAR WAS STUCK ON A BUSY CITY STREET.
2018-12-12

STEERING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2016-06-21
  • VIN: JH4CU2F45DC
  • Components: STEERING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
  • Summary: THE ELECTRONIC STEERING MODULE FAILED AT 45000 MILES. IT IS A VERY EXPENSIVE FIX AND ACURA IS NOT WILLING TO HELP. IT APPEARS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM BECAUSE VEHICLES SEEM TO BE COMPUTERS MORE THAN ANYTHING THESE DAYS.
2018-11-16

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-11-15
  • VIN: JH4CU2F41DC
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: POWER STEERING SYSTEM ABRUPTLY CUT OUT AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. I WAS FORCED TO TRY AND GET THE VEHICLE OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITH NO POWER STEERING IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC.
2018-10-29

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-10-17
  • VIN: 19XFB2F58DE
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: THE POWER STEERING LIGHT WENT ON WHEN I STARTED THE CAR. TRIED TO DRIVE THE CAR AND IT WAS VERY STIFF.THE CAR WAS HARD TO DRIVE ABOVE 20 MPH. THE NEXT MORNING THE LIGHT WAS OFF AND THE STEERING WAS NORMAL. WENT TO DEALER AND THEY STATED THE EPS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT $ 1,700
2018-07-09

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-01-09
  • VIN: JH4CU2F66DC
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 ACURA TSX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V042000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER (STERLING MCCALL ACURA, 10455 SOUTHWEST FWY, HOUSTON, TX 77074, (713)-596-2300) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURE WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.

2013 Acura Tsx recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2013 Acura Tsx.

2019-06-27
  • Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
  • Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
  • Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic GX NGV, 2012-2015 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2014 Fit EV, 2010-2014 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
  • Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
  • Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are F5F and Q5E.
2019-05-16
  • Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
  • Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
  • Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2013 TSX Sport Wagon, and 2010-2012 ZDX and 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV, 2012-2014 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2013 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been installed incorrectly during replacement.
  • Consequence: An incorrectly installed air bag inflator may not properly deploy the passenger frontal air bag in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
  • Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator installation and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M4O, P4R, T4Q, and W4P.
2018-09-27
  • Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
  • Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
  • Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Insight and Acura TSX and TSX Wagon, 2014-2015 Honda Crosstour and Pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, California, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Honda is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Acura TSX, TSX Wagon and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Insight, Fit and Pilot vehicles, 2011-2012 Honda Accord and 2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Lastly, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot, 2011-2013 TSX Wagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord and 2010-2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
  • Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
  • Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M2J and S2K.
2018-01-09
  • Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
  • Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
  • Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX, ZDX, Honda Accord Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot vehicles, 2011-13 Acura TSX Sportswagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord,, 2010-2011 Honda Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles and 2013 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2012 Acura TSX, Honda Accord, Accord Crosstour, Fit and Pilot, 2010-2011 Honda Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid and CR-V, and 2010 Acura ZDX and Honda Insight vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Unless included in Zones A or B above, Honda is recalling certain 2009 Acura TSX, Honda Accord, Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid, CR-V, Fit, and Pilot vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
  • Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
  • Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are B0K and L0J.

Negative 2013 Acura Tsx car reviews

  1. Lyric Pollich 2024-09-06

    Although the experience with this car has been disappointing, it is important to note that it has only been driven for 5k miles in 19 months. While there have been some issues with the car's performance, it is important to consider the potential factors that may have contributed to these issues. It is also worth noting that the writer has owned several other car brands in the past, which may have influenced their expectations. Overall, it is important to approach this situation with a balanced perspective and consider all factors before making a final judgement.

  2. Marco Wyman 2024-05-22

    The TSX is a great luxury car, but unfortunately my experience with Acura of Ocean has been disappointing. The dealership could improve their customer service as they have been difficult to work with and not very attentive to customer needs. After a very expensive service, my car broke down on the Garden State Parkway due to a dead battery, which was supposed to have been checked by Acura of Ocean just a day before. This experience has left me feeling frustrated and disappointed. I hope that Acura of Ocean can improve their service in the future.

  3. Jacey Kilback 2024-03-17

    I purchased this car last December and after two weeks of driving, I noticed a whistling noise coming from the dash. The noise only occurred when the AC was on and the car was in motion. It was a high-pitched noise that came and went in intervals of seconds, which was very annoying. I contacted the dealer, who was great and did everything in their power to fix the issue. It took three attempts to identify the problem, but finally, they heard it. To cut a long story short, my car was out of commission for 60 days, 30 of which were consecutive. The dealer replaced the expansion valve and evaporator, performed a recovery/vacuum/charge of the system, and even replaced the Bluetooth as it was not working. After several phone calls and sending letters, the issue was finally resolved.

Positive 2013 Acura Tsx car reviews

  1. Jimmy Langworth 2025-01-05

    I hope you're doing well! I noticed that you recently traded in your aging BMW X5 with a V8. While I understand that you loved it, it's always tough when expensive repairs become too much to handle. I wanted to let you know that the TSX with technology package is a great option that can save you roughly $12-$15k compared to similarly equipped BMWs, Audis, and Mercedes, and $5-10k compared to similarly equipped Infinitis or Lexuses. While it may not drive like a German car, it offers excellent value for the price. The 4 cylinder noise may not be the most pleasing to the ear, but it still offers decent power and economy. Additionally, the safety ratings are excellent, the sound system is very good, and it comes with lots of standard equipment like xenons, leather, sunroof, and bluetooth. Overall, it's a very solidly built car and I'm glad to hear that you're happy with your purchase. Of course, I understand that you still miss your BMW :)

  2. Davonte Tillman 2024-11-21

    This is a fantastic car! It's good-looking, extremely reliable, and offers the best lease value. Plus, it comes with a power moonroof, xenon headlights, foglights, bluetooth, leather, and adjustable heated front seats as standard. The stereo is decent, and there are even A/C vents in the rear and a cooled center storage bin. The 4 cylinder 200hp engine is powerful enough for highway passing and delivers great gas mileage. I test drove several cars to try something different, but none compare to the TSX's overall balance of price, standard equipment, fuel efficiency, quality, and style. I completely disagree with the reviewer who listed the

  3. Everett Feest 2024-10-13

    I bought my TSX when I returned from living out of the country. It has been a dependable car that has never let me down. Since purchasing it with 7k, I have put 164k miles on it and have only had to replace the tires, brakes, rotors, and batteries. Other than that, it has been great. While it is not the best in the snow, this is to be expected.

  4. Barney Pacocha 2024-10-05

    I love this car.

  5. Zakary Parker 2024-08-14

    The 2012 Acura TSX Wagon is such a unique and eye-catching car! It's not every day that you come across one, unless you're lucky enough to own it. My car came equipped with Continental VikingContact Winter Tires, which are doing a great job in January. Although I know they won't last until Autumn if I leave them on, I'm still enjoying them while they last. While I would have preferred the 6-cylinder version, the 4-cylinder is still great and gets better gas mileage. I'm not racing anyone, so it's perfect for me. The TPMS warning comes on every time I start the car, but it's just a minor quirk that I can live with. I'm really looking forward to enjoying this vehicle for the next 5 years!

Leave your review of 2013 Acura Tsx

Additional sources

More sources of information about 2013 Acura Tsx problems:

2013 Acura TSX Problems and Complaints - 4 Issues
2013 Acura TSX Problems and Complaints - 4 Issues
https://repairpal.com/2013-acura-tsx/problems

Top 2013 Acura TSX Problems · The Brake Pedal May Become Soft and/or Low. 47 people have reported this. 14 · Engine Leaking Oil. 15 people have reported this. 1 ...

Should I buy a 2013 TSX with 120k miles for 11k? : r/AcuraTSX
Should I buy a 2013 TSX with 120k miles for 11k? : r/AcuraTSX
https://www.reddit.com/r/AcuraTSX/comments/vt3pkv/should_i_buy_a_2013_tsx_with_120k_miles_for_11k/

Jul 6, 2022 ... Do they have an issue in this regard? I couldn't find anything about this anywhere. Also, is oil burning a common issue with this model year?

2013 Acura TSX Problems | Kelley Blue Book
2013 Acura TSX Problems | Kelley Blue Book
https://www.kbb.com/acura/tsx/2013/common-problems/

How reliable is the 2013 Acura TSX? See the most common repairs performed and learn if your vehicle is at risk for major repairs in the next 12 months.

Common issues? : r/Acura
Common issues? : r/Acura
https://www.reddit.com/r/Acura/comments/183xroa/common_issues/

Nov 26, 2023 ... Common issues? ... With 48 k u dont got shit to worry about i have a 12 tsx with 150k it still drives like it's new. ... I have a 2013 TL, the power ...

Common Problems with 2nd Gen TSX? - AcuraZine - Acura ...
Common Problems with 2nd Gen TSX? - AcuraZine - Acura ...
https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-tsx-2009-2014-143/common-problems-2nd-gen-tsx-901341/

Dec 10, 2013 ... 2G TSX (2009-2014) - Common Problems with 2nd Gen TSX? - Hey everyone, I have been looking to get a different car for a little while now.

Other years of Acura Tsx

acura tsx 2014 photo
Tsx 2014
Acura

7

3

20

  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1
acura tsx 2004 photo
Tsx 2004
Acura

140

4

23

  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1
acura tsx 2005 photo
Tsx 2005
Acura

50

4

25

  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1
acura tsx 2006 photo
Tsx 2006
Acura

49

4

28

  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1
acura tsx 2007 photo
Tsx 2007
Acura

22

3

25

  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1
acura tsx 2008 photo
Tsx 2008
Acura

34

3

24

  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1

Are you having problems with your 2013 Acura Tsx?

Add car complaint
2013 Acura Tsx photo