MYRModel Year Report

2008 Acura TSX

▲ Better than typical
2008 Acura TSX
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:45:25.955Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
34
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2008

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Steering

50% of complaints

Complaints per year

2004: 142 complaints 2004 2005: 51 complaints 2006: 50 complaints 2006 2007: 22 complaints 2008: 34 complaints 2008 34 2009: 91 complaints 2010: 63 complaints 2010 2011: 45 complaints 2012: 133 complaints 2012 2013: 33 complaints 2014: 7 complaints 2014
2004: 142 complaints 2004 2005: 51 complaints 2005 2006: 50 complaints 2006 2007: 22 complaints 2007 2008: 34 complaints 2008 34 2009: 91 complaints 2009 2010: 63 complaints 2010 2011: 45 complaints 2011 2012: 133 complaints 2012 2013: 33 complaints 2013 2014: 7 complaints 2014
2004: 142 complaints 2004 2005: 51 complaints 2005 2006: 50 complaints 2006 2007: 22 complaints 2007 2008: 34 complaints 2008 34 2009: 91 complaints 2009 2010: 63 complaints 2010 2011: 45 complaints 2011 2012: 133 complaints 2012 2013: 33 complaints 2013 2014: 7 complaints 2014

2008: 34 complaints

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YearComplaints
2004142
200551
200650
200722
200834
200991
201063
201145
2012133
201333
20147

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Steering

50% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing power steering fluid.

CRASHINJURY
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Tl* the contact previously owned a 2008 Acura TSX. The contact attempted to turn the steering wheel; however, the steering wheel did not respond when it was turned. As a result, the contact crashed into a pole.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-09-28

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-10

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-05

Service brakes

21% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
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My brakes have been defective since I bought the car 4 years ago. If you brake suddenly the car does not stop. If you hit a pothole there is a distinct slipping feeling in the brakes.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-26

Electrical system

12% · 4 reports
FIREINJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Acura TSX. The contact stated that the power outlet was being used to charge a cell phone. When the removed the charger from the power outlet, a small flame was present, which extinguished independently.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-12-06

Tires

9% · 3 reports

Structure

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing frame and members and body.

CRASH
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To whom it may concern I am an owner of a 1999 model Acura TL ' I bought it brand new in November of 1998 and have been driving this car ever since ' almost 194,000 miles.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-05-14

Also filed under Visibility

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2010-05-28Steering10V174000 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    2013-04-23Electrical system, engine and engine cooling13V093000 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…

    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.…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    2019-12-09Vehicle speed control19E068000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2008 Acura TSX — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 17 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10V174000 · Steering
  • Recall 13V093000 · Electrical system, engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 19E068000 · Vehicle speed control
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2008 Acura TSX reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Acura TSX is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Acura TSX?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Acura TSX have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.