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2012 Acura TSX
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 1

Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 1–30 of 30, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Oct 27, 2012–Feb 26, 2021.

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NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.

Feb 26, 2021Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

BPaS02262021905

NHTSA communication ID: 10187894

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2009-2014 TLs, TSXs & TSX Wagons with a client complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the floor. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.

Source record 10187894 at NHTSA
Feb 10, 2021Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

BPaS02102021903

NHTSA communication ID: 10187299

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2009-2014 TLs, TSXs & TSX Wagons with a client complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the floor. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.

Source record 10187299 at NHTSA
Jan 22, 2021Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

BPaS01222021905

NHTSA communication ID: 10186001

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2009-2014 TLs, TSXs & TSX Wagons with a client complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the floor. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.

Source record 10186001 at NHTSA
Jan 6, 2021Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

BPaS01062021905

NHTSA communication ID: 10185525

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2009-2014 TLs, TSXs & TSX Wagons with a client complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the floor. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES.

Source record 10185525 at NHTSA
Dec 10, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

BPaS12102020

NHTSA communication ID: 10184337

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2009-2014 TLs, TSXs & TSX Wagons with a client complaint of the brake pedal feeling soft or spongy when depressed, almost reaching the floor. To better understand the cause of this condition, AHM would like to collect specific parts from the vehicle prior to you attempting a repair of any kind.

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.

Source record 10184337 at NHTSA
Mar 10, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B20-011

NHTSA communication ID: 10172577

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement front passenger's airbag inflator only.

Source components: AIR BAGS · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10172577 at NHTSA
Aug 20, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ONL6E108202019

NHTSA communication ID: 10164151

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Owner Notification Letter - The vehicle's steering may feel heavier than normal - or is hard to turn - particularly when the vehicle is not moving because of an electric power steering (EPS) control unit failure. If this happens, either the EPS indicator blinks with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) stored, or the EPS indicator comes on steady with at least one of the following DTCs stored: DTC 32-09, DTC 32-08, or DTC 61-04.

Source components: STEERING.

Source record 10164151 at NHTSA
Jul 11, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DORE5C4S09

NHTSA communication ID: 10165333

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This SKU is a Front Upper Ball Joint. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for the outer diameter of the ball joint housing being too small. The outer diameter being too small would prevent the part from being installed, and would therefore have no impact on the end user besides time to complete installation.

Source components: SUSPENSION.

Source record 10165333 at NHTSA
Jul 11, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

BBOM07112019

NHTSA communication ID: 10163163

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

"Dealer Message - On April 19, 2019, Acura announced a warranty extension for certain 2012-14 Acura TL vehicles to address a concern with the electric power steering (EPS) system. On June 1, 2019, Acura announced an expansion to include coverage for the 2011-14 TSX L4 and TSX Sport Wagon L4, four cylinder models. Today, July 11, 2019 is announcing the final expansion to this warranty extension to include certain 2011-14 TSX V6, six cylinder models. Under certain conditions, affected vehicles may experience: - Heavier than normal steering - The EPS indicator may blink with no DTCs - The indicator may come on steady with EPS DTC(s)."

Source components: STEERING.

Source record 10163163 at NHTSA
Jul 11, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B19-021

NHTSA communication ID: 10163140

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service Bulletin - American Honda is extending the warranty on the EPS (electric power steering) control unit to 15 years from the original date of purchase with unlimited miles. This warranty covers vehicles where the steering feels heavier than normal, or is hard to turn, particularly when the vehicle is not moving, and either the EPS indicator blinks with no DTCs, or the EPS indicator comes on steady with DTC 32-09 (motor current correlation), DTC 32-08 (EPS control unit internal circuit [current sensor]), or DTC 61-04 (motor harness malfunction).

Source components: STEERING.

Source record 10163140 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

BBOM06012019901

NHTSA communication ID: 10161252

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

"Dealer Message - On April 19, 2019, Acura announced a warranty extension for certain 2012-14 Acura TL vehicles to address a concern with the electric power steering (EPS) system. Today, June 1, 2019, Acura is announcing a vehicle population expansion to this warranty extension to also include coverage for the 2011-14 TSX L4 and TSX Sport Wagon L4, four cylinder models. Under certain conditions, affected vehicles may experience: - Heavier than normal steering - The EPS indicator may blink with no DTCs - The indicator may come on steady with EPS DTC(s)."

Source components: STEERING.

Source record 10161252 at NHTSA
May 31, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B19-021

NHTSA communication ID: 10160920

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service Bulletin - American Honda is extending the warranty on the EPS (electric power steering) control unit to 15 years from the original date of purchase with unlimited miles. This warranty covers vehicles where the steering feels heavier than normal, or is hard to turn, particularly when the vehicle is not moving, and either the EPS indicator blinks with no DTCs, or the EPS indicator comes on steady with DTC 32-09 (motor current correlation), DTC 32-08 (EPS control unit internal circuit [current sensor]), or DTC 61-04 (motor harness malfunction).

Source components: STEERING.

Source record 10160920 at NHTSA
May 10, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B18-058

NHTSA communication ID: 10160889

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service Bulletin - American Honda is conducting an inspection of certain vehicles that have previously had the passenger's airbag inflator replaced as part of the Takata Passsenger's Airbag Inflator recall. If you completed the repair described by this service bulletin on or before May 10, 2019, make sure to use the Warranty Claim Information provided below.

Source components: AIR BAGS.

Source record 10160889 at NHTSA
Jan 18, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B19-002

NHTSA communication ID: 10152758

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement front passenger's airbag inflator only.

Source components: AIR BAGS.

Source record 10152758 at NHTSA
Oct 10, 2018Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B18-058

NHTSA communication ID: 10145899

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - American Honda is conducting an inspection of certain vehicles that have previously had the passenger's airbag inflator replaced as part of the Takata Passsenger's Airbag Inflator recall.

Source components: AIR BAGS.

Source record 10145899 at NHTSA
Jul 10, 2018Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B07-025

NHTSA communication ID: 10143211

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - There are specific leak dye kits for the R-134a and R-1234yf A/C systems; make sure you use the correct kit for to the A/C system you are working on.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.

Source record 10143211 at NHTSA
Jun 8, 2018Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B18-026

NHTSA communication ID: 10141186

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement front passengers airbag inflator only.

Source components: AIR BAGS.

Source record 10141186 at NHTSA
Jun 7, 2018Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B18-024

NHTSA communication ID: 10141184

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extension) to cover any manufacturing defects in the replacement front passengers airbag inflator only.

Source components: AIR BAGS.

Source record 10141184 at NHTSA
May 24, 2018Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

BBOM05242018901

NHTSA communication ID: 10139576

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Dealer message - Today, May 24, 2018, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for 2002-17 Acura vehicles. This warranty extension applies in cases where any of the replacement driver?s and/or front passenger?s airbag inflators have failed internally.

Source components: AIR BAGS · EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10139576 at NHTSA
May 10, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B12-042

NHTSA communication ID: 10108422

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

"SERVICE BULLETIN - THE OIL CONSUMPTION IS MORE THAN THE CLIENT EXPECTS; THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL IS LOW ON THE DIPSTICK SOONER THAN EXPECTED BASED ON OVERALL VEHICLE USAGE, CONDITION, AND MAINTENANCE HISTORY. IN SOME CASES, THE OIL WARNING LIGHT MAY COME ON."

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10108422 at NHTSA
Nov 23, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B05-018

NHTSA communication ID: 10100462

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SERVICE BULLETIN - NAVIGATION SYSTEM INFORMATION.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).

Source record 10100462 at NHTSA
Apr 29, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B12-037

NHTSA communication ID: 10084223

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SERVICE BULLETIN - REPLACE THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN A CLICKING NOISE IS HEARD DURING TURNING OF THE STEERING WHEEL . THE STEERING WHEEL TAB THAT ENGAGES THE STEERING WHEEL ANGLE SENSOR HAS TOO MUCH PLAY.

Source components: STEERING.

Source record 10084223 at NHTSA
Mar 18, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B98015

NHTSA communication ID: 10211608

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10211608 at NHTSA
Dec 18, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin

NHTSA communication ID: 10115220

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - Remove both windshield side trim pieces, and replace any retainers that are loose or missing. Then, reinstall the trim pieces.

Source components: STRUCTURE · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD.

Source record 10115220 at NHTSA
Dec 17, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin

NHTSA communication ID: 10115221

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - For any TPMS-related warranty repairs, all recorded DTCs must now be entered into the warranty claim. Make sure your repair order includes those DTCs.

Source components: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS.

Source record 10115221 at NHTSA
Oct 3, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin

NHTSA communication ID: 10118837

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - The MIL comes on and DTC P0455 (EVAP system large leak) and/or DTC P0456 (EVAP system very small leak detected) is set. The fuel fill cap (gas cap) may also be loose or have a stick-slip feeling when tightened. The fuel fill cap gasket creates too much friction, preventing the cap from sealing properly.

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.

Source record 10118837 at NHTSA
Feb 18, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Service Bulletin

NHTSA communication ID: 10129554

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service bulletin - The MIL comes on and DTC P0455 (EVAP system large leak) and/or DTC P0456 (EVAP system very small leak detected) is set. The fuel fill cap (gas cap) may also be loose or have a stick-slip feeling when tightened. The fuel fill cap gasket creates too much friction, preventing the cap from sealing properly.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10129554 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ASN-49584

NHTSA communication ID: 10053207

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ACURA: INFORMATION IN THE SERVICE NEWS, FROM MANUFACTURER, REGARDING VARIOUS ISSUES OF TROUBLESHOOTING, INSTALLATION, REPLACING, SERVICING AND REPAIRING VARIOUS MODEL AND MODEL YEAR VEHICLES. *PE

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10053207 at NHTSA
Mar 8, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B12-041

NHTSA communication ID: 10049520

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ACURA: FRONT SUSPENSION CLUNK IN HOT WEATHER. A CLUNK IS HEARD IN THE FRONT SUSPENSION WHILE DRIVING OVER IRREGULAR SURFACES AND IN HOT WEATHER. THE NOISE GOES AWAY TEMPORARILY WHEN THE VEHICLE IS LIFTED IN THE AIR AND THEN RETURNED TO THE GROUND. ALSO INCLUDED MODEL TL MODEL YEAR 2013 AND MODEL TSX MODEL YEAR 2013. *JS UPDATED 04/02/2013 *JS UPDATED 04/15/2013. *KB

Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT.

Source record 10049520 at NHTSA
Oct 27, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SB-12-037

NHTSA communication ID: 10047206

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ACURA: STEERING WHEEL MAKES CLICKING NOISES, THAT MAY BE CAUSED BY BURRS WITHIN STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ASSEMBLY INTERMITTENTLY BIND, ON UPPER STEERING COLUMN. MODEL 2010-2012 TSX. *PE UPDATED ON 4/17/2013. MODEL 2013 TSX UPDATE. *KB

Source components: STEERING · STEERING:COLUMN.

Source record 10047206 at NHTSA