2008 Acura TSX vs 2009 Acura TSX
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Acura TSX | 2009 Acura TSX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 34 | 91 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 27 | 49 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 23–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 63,500 mi | 23,370 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura TSX | Acura TSX |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 27 |
| Steering | 17 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 17 |
| Engine | 2 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 12 |
| Structure | 3 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 8 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 6 |
2008 Acura TSX
2009 Acura TSX
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.