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2004 Acura TSX Base MT

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 TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$26,490 ($45,576 *)
MSRP with Destination$26,990 ($46,436 *)
Destination Charge$500
Engine
Engine Type16-valve, DOHC, 2.4-liter, i-VTEC 4-cylinder
Displacement2.4 L
Horsepower200 hp @ 6,800 rpm
Torque166 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Redline7,100 rpm
Valvetraini-VTEC intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control, DOHC, 4-valves-per-cylinder, chain-driven camshafts
Bore and Stroke87 mm x 99 mm
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Injection TypeProgrammed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission6-speed manual
1st Gear3.267 (35 mph **)
2nd Gear1.88 (61 mph **)
3rd Gear1.355 (84 mph **)
4th Gear1.028 (111 mph **)
5th Gear0.825 (139 mph **)
6th Gear0.659 (174 mph **)
Reverse3.583
Final Drive4.7
Fuel Economy
City19 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Unleaded
Tank Capacity17.1 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar
Front Stabilizer Bar25.4 mm (4.5 mm wall thickness)
Rear Stabilizer Bar15 mm solid
Turning Diameter40 ft
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated 11.8 in (300 mm) x 28 mm
Rear Brake DiscSolid 10.2 in (260 mm) x 9 mm
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17x7 in
Wheels Rear17x7 in
Tires FrontP215/50R17
Tires RearP215/50R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length183.3 in
Width69.4 in
Height57.3 in
Wheelbase105.1 in
Front Track59.6 in
Rear Track59.6 in
Ground Clearance6.2 in
Cargo Volume13 ft³
Curb Weight3,230 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)60% / 40%
Interior
Headroom Front37.8 in
Headroom Rear37.3 in
Legroom Front42.4 in
Legroom Rear34.2 in
Shoulder Room Front55.4 in
Shoulder Room Rear53.5 in
Hip Room Front54.4 in
Hip Room Rear54.4 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2004 Acura TSX 4-DR. w/SAB

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

Most-cited areas
Air Bags29
Electrical System29
Seats22
Engine And Engine Cooling19
Power Train16
Steering14
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Apr 21, 2026 · Steering, Electrical System, Vehicle Speed Control
“While driving the vehicle, the vehicle suddenly shutoff and powered on again. After do some diagnostics we determined is was the ECU/ECM. The ECM has corrosion on the top which caused salty water to…”
Apr 18, 2025 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Electrical System
“The contact owns a 2004 Acura TSX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal clicking sound that was coming from the instrument cluster. The contact stated that…”
Aug 16, 2023 · Steering
“They power steering is leaking badly onto exhaust pipe and not holding any fluid in the Reservoir I do not know when problem began the car had one owner prior to me , I would like to just get the…”
Mar 22, 2023 · Tires
“215 t5r 17 Goodyear I found a large bulge in the side wall drivers front tire. Need to find out who sold the tire and its distributor / shipper. Purchased these new but I am unable to locate the…”
Aug 1, 2022 · Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control Crash
“The contact owns a 2004 Acura TSX. The contact stated while the vehicle was at a standstill, the vehicle would accelerate independently and he was unable to control the vehicle. The contact took the…”

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.

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