Most common 2014 Acura TSX problems
Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Acura TSX complaints by model year
Best TSX years: 2014, 2007, 2006. Years to avoid: 2012, 2004, 2009, 2010, 2011. Compare all years →
2014 Acura TSX recalls (3)
Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic GX NGV, 2012-2015 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2014 Fit EV, 2010-2014 Insight, and 2009-2015…
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2013 TSX Sport Wagon, and 2010-2012 ZDX and 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV, 2012-2014 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2013 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator installation and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019.
Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Insight and Acura TSX and TSX Wagon, 2014-2015 Honda Crosstour and Pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina,…
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2014 Acura TSX:
Electrical overstress
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation to determine if the failure of airbags to deploy during severe crashes, in certain vehicles, was the result of a safety related defect. During the investigation a complex failure was studied that can result in non-deployment of subject vehicle air bags and other restraint system devices in severe crash events.
What 2014 Acura TSX owners say
Brakes
Frozen brakes when staring the car, the first pump on the brake works as expected. Then the next 3-5 pumps, the peddle does not go down and has thus the car does not stop. This usually happens when I go to work in the morning. But, it has happened during the afternoon. But most morning, I can guarantee it will happen. It's usually on cold mornings (teens and below) but I'm seeing it now in 30degree weather. I took it to the Acura dealership (Acura of troy, mi) and the service manager [redacted] didn't look into it at all. He said they performed the standard 'Acura check' and there were no issues. I provide greg with details on the issues as well as printouts from others who have reported the same issue. All he did was smile and said they did the Acura safefty check and it passed. I'll be sending this info too; the owner and GM of Acura of troy and to Acura corp.(Honda). …
When the car sits over night or when it cold the brake pedal will not go down, brake no working for several minutes. Called customer service they said is normal, at three years ago.in 1/31/2019,the day very cold in new york city, I went on the parkway and the car could not brake, because the pedal would not go down. I went to dealer at 2/2/2019, they said they know some vehicle have same problem.
2014 Acura TSX engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 5-speed automatic | FWD | 22 / 31 / 25 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | FWD | 21 / 29 / 24 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | FWD | 19 / 28 / 22 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Acura TSX a good car?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 TSX rates better than average: 77% fewer complaints than a typical year of the TSX at the same age. It is one of the best TSX years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 Acura TSX?
The brakes — 3 complaints, 43% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the engine & cooling (2) and air bags (1).
How many recalls does the 2014 Acura TSX have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2014 Acura TSX, the most recent from June 27, 2019 (inflator module). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Acura TSX?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2014, 2007 and 2006. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2012, 2004, 2009, 2010 and 2011. See the full Acura TSX years comparison.
At what mileage do 2014 Acura TSX problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 62,000 miles; 50% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.