Model year guide

2008 Acura TSX

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Acura TSX is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 37 on record.

2008 Acura TSX at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints34
Combined23 mpg
Typical price$9,679

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2008 Acura TSX recalls 3

Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal NHTSA Campaign #19E068000 · 10/10/2019

Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain Accelerator Pedal Assemblies part numbers 699-114 and 825-5029-1, sold as replacement parts for 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2004-2008 Acura TL and TSX, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2005-2006 Honda CR-V, 2007-2011 Honda Element, 2005-2008 Honda Pilot and 2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline vehicles. The rotating portion of the accelerator pedal assembly may bind. As such, these vehicle…

Fix: Dorman will notify owners, and qualified service facilities will replace the affected accelerator pedal assemblies, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2019. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, using option 5. Dorman's number for this recall is AS1019XXXX.

Engine And Engine Cooling NHTSA Campaign #13V093000 · 15/03/2013

Honda is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Acura TSX vehicles originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In states that use corrosive material…

Fix: Honda will notify owners and Acura dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any damaged ECU, free of charge. All vehicles will have a waterproof cover installed onto the ECU, free of charge. The recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Acura Client Relations at 1-800-382-2238 and s…

Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections NHTSA Campaign #10V174000 · 29/04/2010

HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2008 ACURA TSX PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 25, 2002 AND FEBRUARY 13, 2008. PROLONGED HIGH UNDER HOOD TEMPERATURES MAY CAUSE THE POWER STEERING HOSE TO DETERIORATE PREMATURELY AND MAY CAUSE THE HOSE TO CRACK AND LEAK POWER STEERING OIL.

Fix: HONDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN MAY 28, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ACURA CLIENT SERVICES AT 1-800-382-2238.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2008 Acura TSX common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2008 Acura TSX MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,375

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2008 Acura TSX worth?

Low
$6,500
Typical price
$9,679
High
$12,750

From 36 comparable 2008 Acura TSX listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Acura TSX costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,875
Depreciation (5 yrs)$5,800
Total$22,675
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($9,679) with the same model 4 model-years older ($5,040), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2008 Acura TSX trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · with NAVI
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl 205 hp

2008 Acura TSX vehicles on record

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Other Acura TSX model years

2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2007 2006 2005 2004

2008 Acura TSX — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Acura TSX have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2008 Acura TSX. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Acura TSX?

Based on 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, service brakes, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2008 Acura TSX get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Acura TSX at about 23 mpg combined (20 city / 28 highway).

How much is a 2008 Acura TSX worth?

Comparable 2008 Acura TSX listings run roughly $6,500–$12,750, typically around $9,679 (from 36 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.