2004 Acura TSX Base MT
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- Photo: 2005 Acura TSX, front left (Mineola) by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2004 Acura TSX in Nighthawk Black Pearl, Front Left, 05-21-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Acura in nice bright red. - Flickr - Moto@Club4AG by Motohide Miwa from USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Acura TSX, rear left (Mineola) by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2006 Acura TSX in Nighthawk Black Pearl, Rear Left, 09-05-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2004 Acura TSX Base MT is a 200-hp 2.4-liter sedan with a 6-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $26,490 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 200 horsepower at 6,800 rpm and 166 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm, spinning to a 7,100 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).
The TSX measures 183.3 inches long on a 105.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,230 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $26,490 ($45,576 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $26,990 ($46,436 *) |
| Destination Charge | $500 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 16-valve, DOHC, 2.4-liter, i-VTEC 4-cylinder |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 200 hp @ 6,800 rpm |
| Torque | 166 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
| Redline | 7,100 rpm |
| Valvetrain | i-VTEC intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control, DOHC, 4-valves-per-cylinder, chain-driven camshafts |
| Bore and Stroke | 87 mm x 99 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.267 (35 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.88 (61 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.355 (84 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.028 (111 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.825 (139 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 0.659 (174 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.583 |
| Final Drive | 4.7 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 17.1 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 25.4 mm (4.5 mm wall thickness) |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 15 mm solid |
| Turning Diameter | 40 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated 11.8 in (300 mm) x 28 mm |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid 10.2 in (260 mm) x 9 mm |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17x7 in |
| Wheels Rear | 17x7 in |
| Tires Front | P215/50R17 |
| Tires Rear | P215/50R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 183.3 in |
| Width | 69.4 in |
| Height | 57.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
| Front Track | 59.6 in |
| Rear Track | 59.6 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,230 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 60% / 40% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.4 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53.5 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.4 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54.4 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Acura TSX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 10, 2019 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
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 vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 124, "Accelerator Control Systems."
Consequence: If the accelerator pedal binds, the engine may not quickly return to idle after the pedal is no longer pressed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign 19E068000
Mar 15, 2013 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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 materials for deicing, driver's footwear may bring in materials that saturate the vehicle's carpeting, which is in contact with the vehicle's engine Electronic Control Unit (ECU). As a result, the ECU case may experience rust or corrosion. This damage may potentially cause the engine to stall.
Consequence: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 select option 4 or go to www.recalls.acura.com.
NHTSA campaign 13V093000
Apr 29, 2010 · STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
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.
Consequence: OIL LEAKING ONTO A HOT EXHAUST PIPE WILL GENERATE SMOKE AND A BURNING SMELL, AND COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign 10V174000
Sep 3, 2004 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS, THE WIRE HARNESS LOCATED IN THE TRUNK HINGE AREA IS NOT ADEQUATELY PROTECTED AND OVER TIME COULD BE DAMAGED WHEN THE TRUNK IS OPENED AND CLOSED.
Consequence: A DAMAGED HARNESS CAN CAUSE A BLOWN FUSE, A SHORT CIRCUIT AND IT CAN RESULT IN A LOSS OF LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS, BACK-UP LIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHT FUNCTION. LOSS OF A TAIL LIGHT COULD REDUCE VISIBILITY AND INCREASE THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE HARNESS AND IF ANY DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE HARNESS WILL BE REPLACED. IF NO DAMAGE IS FOUND, DEALERS WILL INSTALL CORRUGATED PLASTIC TUBING OVER THE HARNESS TO PREVENT FUTURE DAMAGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
NHTSA campaign 04V429000
142 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2004 Acura TSX
Owner Complaints
142 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Acura TSX (9 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 7 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 29 |
| Electrical System | 29 |
| Seats | 22 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 19 |
| Power Train | 16 |
| Steering | 14 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2004 ACURA TSX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.