Are electrical problems common on the 2012 Acura TSX?

NHTSA lists 16 Electrical System complaints for the 2012 TSX, which is 12% of all 133 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2012 Acura TSX electrical or power steering issue?

No. NHTSA's data for this page shows no related recalls filed for the 2012 TSX in this area.

At what mileage do 2012 Acura TSX electrical failures usually happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 75,000 miles.

Did any 2012 Acura TSX electrical complaints involve crashes?

Yes, NHTSA data shows 1 crash and no fires or injuries linked to Electrical System complaints for this model year.

How does the 2012 TSX compare to other years for this issue?

Electrical System complaints made up 12% of complaints in 2012, compared to 13% in 2010, 7% in 2011, 12% in 2013, and 14% in 2014, per NHTSA data.

2012 Acura TSX Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 16 Electrical System complaints for the 2012 Acura TSX, 12% of all complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 75,000 miles. There are no related recalls on file for this issue.

Electrical System complaints: 16; 12% of 133
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 75,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Electric power steering assist fails suddenly while driving, causing the steering wheel to lock up or become very hard to turn.
A "check power steering system" warning appears on the dash right before or during the steering lockup, sometimes with the vehicle also stalling.
Dealers and independent mechanics trace the failure to the EPS module or its wiring, often unable to pull a clear diagnostic code.
Power door locks stop responding to the key fob or interior switch, which owners attribute to failed door lock actuators.
A bluetooth module reportedly keeps running after the car is shut off, repeatedly draining the battery over years of ownership.
One owner reported rodent damage to engine wiring harnesses that prevented the car from starting.

When 2012 Acura TSX electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 21, 2015, latest Aug 29, 2024.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2015 to Aug 2024; peak Jul 2018 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2012 Acura TSX

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by TSX model year

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

20108 (13%)
20113 (7%)
201216 (12%)
20134 (12%)
20141 (14%)

Frequently asked questions

Are electrical problems common on the 2012 Acura TSX?: NHTSA lists 16 Electrical System complaints for the 2012 TSX, which is 12% of all 133 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2012 Acura TSX electrical or power steering issue?: No. NHTSA's data for this page shows no related recalls filed for the 2012 TSX in this area.
At what mileage do 2012 Acura TSX electrical failures usually happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 75,000 miles.
Did any 2012 Acura TSX electrical complaints involve crashes?: Yes, NHTSA data shows 1 crash and no fires or injuries linked to Electrical System complaints for this model year.
How does the 2012 TSX compare to other years for this issue?: Electrical System complaints made up 12% of complaints in 2012, compared to 13% in 2010, 7% in 2011, 12% in 2013, and 14% in 2014, per NHTSA data.