This page covers 4 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2012 Acura Tsx Sport.
22–25 mpg combined
9.4–10.7 L/100km
Compact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
The 2012 Acura TSX Sport has 4 recalls, all centered on the front passenger airbag inflator, which can rupture or explode and send sharp metal fragments into the cabin, posing a serious risk of injury or death.
The same inflator is also covered by a separate concern: if it was installed incorrectly, the passenger frontal airbag may fail to deploy at all in a crash, leaving the front passenger without that protection at the moment they need it most. Prior repair attempts across these campaigns did not fully resolve the issue, which is why multiple recalls address the same component. Any owner who has had airbag work done on this vehicle under an earlier recall should verify with a dealer whether the repair is considered complete and current.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may explode due to propellant breakdown from long-term exposure to high humidity, heat, and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger front air bag inflator at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger air bag inflator may have been installed incorrectly during a previous replacement, potentially affecting its ability to deploy properly.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the inflator installation and replace the passenger front air bag module assembly if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger frontal air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation from long-term exposure to high humidity, temperature, and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger air bag inflator may rupture during a crash due to propellant degradation from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator at no cost when parts become available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
