2010 Acura TSX

Introduction:

The 2010 Acura TSX is a compact luxury sedan known for its sporty handling, refined interior, and reliable powertrain. It came with two engine options: a 2.4L 4-cylinder and a 3.5L V6. The 2.4L engine produced 201 horsepower and 172 lb-ft of torque, while the 3.5L V6 produced 280 horsepower and 254 lb-ft of torque. Both engines were paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission or a 6-speed manual transmission.

Engine

2.4L 4-Cylinder with 5-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Intake Manifold Valve Sticking: The intake manifold valve may become stuck, leading to poor engine performance, rough idling, and illuminated check engine light.
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold valve.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800
  • Recalls: None Found

3.5L V6 with 5-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Timing Belt Tensioner Failure: The timing belt tensioner may fail, leading to the timing belt skipping or snapping. This can cause catastrophic engine damage.
  • Solution: Replace timing belt tensioner.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

5-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Shift Solenoid Failure: Shift solenoids may fail, causing the transmission to shift erratically or not shift at all.
  • Solution: Replace failed shift solenoids.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

6-Speed Manual Transmission

• No Issues Found

Suspension

• Strut Mount Bearings Failure: Strut mount bearings may fail prematurely, causing clunking noises and reduced handling.
  • Solution: Replace strut mount bearings.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Headlight Bulb Burning Out Prematurely: Headlight bulbs may burn out frequently, reducing visibility at night.
  • Solution: Replace headlight bulbs.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

• Sunroof Wind Noise: The sunroof may not close properly, causing wind noise and water leaks.
  • Solution: Adjust sunroof alignment or replace seals.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300
  • Recalls: None Found
• Power Window Switch Failure: Power window switches may fail, causing windows to operate erratically or not at all.
  • Solution: Replace power window switch.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary:

Overall, the 2010 Acura TSX is a generally reliable vehicle. However, it has some common issues, particularly with the engine and transmission. The severity of these issues ranges from minor, such as headlight bulb burnout, to major, such as timing belt tensioner failure. Repair costs can vary depending on the specific issue and location.