2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

Q: How much is a 2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon worth?

Comparable 2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon listings run roughly $16,500–$21,750, typically around $18,810 (from 30 vehicles).

2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon at a glance

Safety recalls4

Owner complaints12

Typical price$18,810

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon recalls 4

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #19V502000 · 27/06/2019

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic GX NGV, 2012-2015 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2014 Fit EV, 2010-2014 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembl…

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are F5F and Q5E.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #19V378000 · 16/05/2019

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2013 TSX Sport Wagon, and 2010-2012 ZDX and 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV, 2012-2014 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2013 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been installed incorrectly during replacement.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator installation and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #18V042000 · 09/01/2018

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX, ZDX, Honda Accord Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot vehicles, 2011-13 Acura TSX Sportswagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord,, 2010-2011 Honda Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles and 2013 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Caro…

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are B0K and L0J.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #17V030000 · 10/01/2017

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Acura TSX, 2011-2012 Acura TSX Wagon, 2010-2012 Acura ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2012 Honda Accord Crosstour and Honda Insight, 2009-2012 Honda Fit, 2009-2012 Pilot, 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2012 Honda FCX Clarity and 2006-2011 Honda Civic, Civic Hybrid, Civic NGV vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia…

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag inflator, free of charge. The manufacturer has mailed an interim notification, and will send a second notification when parts are available. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's nu…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 12 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.

Electronic Stability Control (esc)

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Visibility

Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Engine And Engine Cooling

Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Fuel System

Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon safety ratings

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2012 Acura TSX TSX Sport Wagon SW FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

What's a 2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon worth?

Low

$16,500

Typical price

$18,810

High

$21,750

From 30 comparable 2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon listings.

2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon trims & engines on record

Trims

Technology Package · Base · Tech

Engines

2.4L 4-cyl 201 hp

2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon vehicles on record

Other Acura TSX Sport Wagon model years

2013 2011

2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon?

Across all 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, electronic stability control (esc), visibility.

What is the 2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon crash-test ratings of rollover 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

How much is a 2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon worth?

Comparable 2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon listings run roughly $16,500–$21,750, typically around $18,810 (from 30 vehicles).

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