Recall Alert: Acura TSX

Acura is recalling more than 160,000 TSX sedans from model years 2004 through 2008 in order to replace power steering hoses that can crack due to engine heat, which could lead to a vehicle fire.

In a recall alert filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the automaker explains, “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. Oil leaking onto a hot exhaust pipe will generate smoke and a burning smell, and could potentially result in an under hood fire.”

Acura dealers will replace the hoses free of charge. Dealers will begin contacting owners in late May, but those who wish to make their own repair arrangements may contact Acura at 1-800-382-2238.

Acura TSX Recalled Over Fire Hazard

Honda is recalling 167,255 of its 2004-'08 Acura TSX models due to possible premature deterioration of the power steering hose. The defect could cause an underhood fire, the automaker said.

The power steering hose may deteriorate prematurely when exposed to prolonged high, under-hood temperatures and could crack and leak power steering oil, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

"Oil leaking onto a hot exhaust pipe will generate smoke and a burning smell, and could potentially result in an underhood fire," said Honda in paperwork filed with the government.

The recall is expected to begin on May 28. Honda will notify owners by mail and advise them to take their vehicles to an Acura dealer. Acura dealers will install a new, heat-resistant hose, free of charge. Owners may contact the automaker at 800-382-8039.

Acura TSX Recalled Over Fire Hazard

Honda is recalling 167,255 of its 2004-'08 Acura TSX models due to possible premature deterioration of the power steering hose. The defect could cause an underhood fire, the automaker said.

Acura TSX

The power steering hose may deteriorate prematurely when exposed to prolonged high, under-hood temperatures and could crack and leak power steering oil, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

"Oil leaking onto a hot exhaust pipe will generate smoke and a burning smell, and could potentially result in an underhood fire," said Honda in paperwork filed with the government.

The recall is expected to begin on May 28. Honda will notify owners by mail and advise them to take their vehicles to an Acura dealer. Acura dealers will install a new, heat-resistant hose, free of charge. Owners may contact the automaker at 800-382-8039.