2011 Acura TSX vs 2012 Acura TSX
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Acura TSX | 2012 Acura TSX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 45 | 133 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 51 | 30 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–25 | 22–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,000 mi | 73,200 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura TSX | Acura TSX |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 18 | 100 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 16 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 9 |
| Engine | 4 | 6 |
| Structure | 2 | 4 |
| Power Train | 1 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 0 | 12 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2011 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.