MYRModel Year Report

2006 Acura TSX

● Typical for this model
2006 Acura TSX
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:46:56.091Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Acura TSX Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 2004: 142 complaints 2004 2005: 51 complaints 2006: 50 complaints 2006 2007: 22 complaints 2008: 34 complaints 2008 2009: 91 complaints 2010: 63 complaints 2010 2011: 45 complaints 2012: 132 complaints 2012 2013: 33 complaints 2014: 7 complaints 2014
2006: 50 complaints
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YearComplaints
2004142
200551
200650
200722
200834
200991
201063
201145
2012132
201333
20147

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STEERING 46%

46% of complaints: steering — 23 distinct reports on file.

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The power steering is leaking constantly as soon as u pour it in the car drive it 2 miles all leaks out and have to refill in order for the power steering to work correctly and there is a recall for it on this vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250110

Power steering rack & pinion always leaks on these vehicles. It is possible to lose all pressure in system and for vehicle to lose control while on the road. Acura is aware of the issue on 04-08 TSX models but refuses to issue a recall.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231030

STARTED THE CAR PULLED OFF AT SLOW SPEED(15-20). CAR STARTED MAKING NOISES ARE I TURNED THE CORNER. APPEARED TO BE NOISES MADE FOR POWER STEERING. PARKED THE CAR UP PUT POWER STEERING FLUID IN AND THE NOISE STOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121015

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 14%

14% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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ACURA TSX 2006 6SPEED OCCASIONALLYCAR AT LOW SPEEDOR WAIT TRAFFIC LIGHTPROMPT LOW VOLTAGECAR POWER OFF AND RESTARTAT BEFORE CAR POWER FAILURE 5 MINUTESYOU CAN HEAR IN THE AUDIO SPEAKER OUTGOING ELECTRIC CURRENT SOUNDTHEN VEHICLE SHUTDOWN 1...

NHTSA ODI report, 20190916

ENGINE 8%

8% of complaints: engine — 4 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES 6%

6% of complaints: service brakes — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THE 2006 ACURA TSX. EVER SINCE THE FIRST DATE OF PURCHASE, THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKES PADS WERE NOT ALWAYS STRONG ENOUGH TO STOP THE VEHICLE. I ALWAYS HAVE TO PUSH DOWN THE BRAKES HARD IN ORDER TO STOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141225

SEATS 6%

6% of complaints: seats — 3 distinct reports on file.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060330

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20060802 — equipment

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.

Remedy: 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 O

Campaign 06V270000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100528 — steering

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 TH

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 10V174000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20130423 — electrical system, engine and engine cooling

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, Massachuse

Remedy: 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

Campaign 13V093000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20191209 — vehicle speed control

Dorman Products, Inc.

Remedy: Dorman will notify owners, and qualified service facilities will replace the affected accelerator pedal assemblies, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2019. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, using option 5.

Campaign 19E068000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Acura TSX — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (23 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06V270000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V174000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 13V093000 (electrical system, engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 19E068000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
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OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2013 ▲ 2008 ● 2011

WORST YEARS

■ 2004 ■ 2012 ◆ 2009

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FAQ

Is the 2006 Acura TSX reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Acura TSX is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Acura TSX?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Acura TSX have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.