NHTSA Recall 10V174000: Hose, piping, and connections (steering)
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 167,255 vehicles. It affects 2004–2008 Acura TSX.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V174000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R35 |
| Component | STEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST › HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
| Report received | April 29, 2010 |
| Owner notification | May 28, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
Notes
Honda's recall campaign number is r35.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V174000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.