How common are steering complaints on the 2012 Acura TSX?

NHTSA shows 100 steering-related complaints for the 2012 TSX, which is 75% of all 133 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2012 Acura TSX steering problem?

No. The data shows no related recalls filed for this steering issue on the 2012 TSX.

At what mileage does the steering problem usually appear?

The median mileage at failure across reported cases is 74,000 miles.

How does the 2012 TSX compare to other TSX years for steering complaints?

The 2012 model's 75% share of complaints tied to steering is far higher than 2010 (8%), 2011 (40%), 2013 (58%), and 2014 (0%), making 2012 the most reported year for this issue.

Did the steering failures cause any crashes?

NHTSA data lists 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries among the reported steering complaints for the 2012 TSX.

2012 Acura TSX Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 100 steering complaints for the 2012 Acura TSX, 75% of its 133 total complaints for the year, the highest share of any TSX model year. The median mileage at failure is 74,000, and no related recall is on file.

Steering complaints: 100; 75% of 133
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 74,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Electric power steering (EPS) assist cuts out or fully locks while driving, sometimes mid-turn.
A "check power steering system" warning appears on the dash just before or during the loss of steering assist.
Steering fails intermittently, then temporarily returns after the engine is restarted.
Dealers diagnose the issue as a failed EPS module requiring replacement.
Some owners report the steering lock happening at low speed in parking lots or driveways, others while turning on the road, in one case leading to a crash.

When 2012 Acura TSX steering complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 21, 2015, latest Aug 1, 2026.

100 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2015 Q3 to 2026 Q3; peak 2018 Q3 (18).

Steering recalls for the 2012 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.

20105 (8%)
201118 (40%)
2012100 (75%)
201319 (58%)
20140 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are steering complaints on the 2012 Acura TSX?: NHTSA shows 100 steering-related complaints for the 2012 TSX, which is 75% of all 133 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2012 Acura TSX steering problem?: No. The data shows no related recalls filed for this steering issue on the 2012 TSX.
At what mileage does the steering problem usually appear?: The median mileage at failure across reported cases is 74,000 miles.
How does the 2012 TSX compare to other TSX years for steering complaints?: The 2012 model's 75% share of complaints tied to steering is far higher than 2010 (8%), 2011 (40%), 2013 (58%), and 2014 (0%), making 2012 the most reported year for this issue.
Did the steering failures cause any crashes?: NHTSA data lists 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries among the reported steering complaints for the 2012 TSX.