I AM HAVING TO PUT 2-3 QUARTS OF OIL IN MY VEHICLE ONCE A MONTH. I HAD TAKEN MY VEHICLE INTO THE ACURA DEALERSHIP LAST YEAR AND THEY STARTED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON MY VEHICLE FOR THE EXACT ISSUE THAT I'M HAVING BUT MY VIN WASN'T INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. THE RECALL IS FOR DEPOSITS BUILDING UP IN THE ENGINE WHICH CAUSE OIL TO BE BURNED MORE DURING ACCELERATION AND THE SOLUTION WOULD BE TO REPLACE…
2009 Acura TSX engine problems
moderate 19 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
19
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
MY CAR IS CONSUMING EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF OIL, AND ACURA HAS TOLD ME THIS IS NORMAL. I HAVE ADDED THREE QUARTS SINCE MY LAST OIL CHANGE, AND ACURA IS DOING NOTHING TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM. EVEN AFTER ISSUING A WARRANTY EXTENSION, AND ACKNOWLEDGING THAT THIS IS AN ISSUE, THEY REFUSE TO FIX IT. THIS IS COMPLETELY UNSAFE, AND BAD BUSINESS PRACTICE FOR A CAR I THOUGHT WAS GOING TO BE A RELIABLE, LONG-LAS…
EXPERIENCING HIGH ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. MY 2009 ACURA TSX IS AROUND 88K MILES. SINCE AROUND THE 75K MILE MARK I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING HIGHER THAN NORMAL OIL CONSUMPTION RATES. I REGULARLY CHANGE MY OIL AT THE 3,000 MI MARK AND ONCE HAD THE AUTO SHOP ASK ME WHY I HAD WAITED SO LONG TO CHANGE MY OIL. I HAD EXPLAINED TO THEM THAT IT WAS AT THE 3K MI MARK AND THAT I WAS RIGHT ON TIME FOR MY SERV…
MY OIL LIGHT KEEP COMING ON EVERY 30% AFTER NEW OIL CHANGE.
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2009 Acura TSX?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 19 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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