How common are steering complaints on the 2011 Acura TSX?

NHTSA has logged 18 steering complaints for the 2011 TSX, which is 40% of the 45 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Acura TSX steering issue?

No. NHTSA lists no related recalls for the steering complaints reported on the 2011 TSX.

At what mileage does the steering problem typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2011 TSX is 91,250 miles.

What exactly fails in the steering system?

Owners describe the electronic power steering (EPS) module failing, causing the steering wheel to lock up or lose power assist, often signaled by a check power steering warning light.

Did the steering failures cause any crashes?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries linked to steering complaints on the 2011 TSX.

2011 Acura TSX Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 18 steering complaints for the 2011 Acura TSX, 40% of all complaints filed for the year, with one crash reported. Owners describe electric power steering (EPS) module failures, often near a median 91,250 miles. No related recall exists for this issue.

Steering complaints: 18; 40% of 45
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 91,250 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering wheel suddenly locks up or becomes very hard to turn while driving, sometimes at highway speed.
A "check power steering" warning light appears before the electric power steering assist cuts out.
Power steering fails intermittently, resolving temporarily after the car is turned off and restarted.
EPS module failures recur even after replacement, with some owners installing a third module.
Steering assist loss happens at low speed in parking lots as well as at higher speeds like 45 mph.
Some owners report the EPS problem is well known among other TSX owners but has not led to a recall.

When 2011 Acura TSX steering complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 13, 2017, latest Jan 6, 2025.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2017 to Jan 2025; peak Jun 2018 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2011 Acura TSX

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by TSX model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20057 (14%)
200624 (48%)
200715 (68%)
200817 (50%)
20094 (4%)
20105 (8%)
201118 (40%)
2012100 (75%)
201319 (58%)
20140 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are steering complaints on the 2011 Acura TSX?: NHTSA has logged 18 steering complaints for the 2011 TSX, which is 40% of the 45 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Acura TSX steering issue?: No. NHTSA lists no related recalls for the steering complaints reported on the 2011 TSX.
At what mileage does the steering problem typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2011 TSX is 91,250 miles.
What exactly fails in the steering system?: Owners describe the electronic power steering (EPS) module failing, causing the steering wheel to lock up or lose power assist, often signaled by a check power steering warning light.
Did the steering failures cause any crashes?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries linked to steering complaints on the 2011 TSX.