Service Brakes Problems of Acura RSX

Acura RSX owners have reported 8 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake disc pads (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Service Brakes related problems of Acura RSX


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of Acura RSX

The Brake Disc Pads problem

For some time now I have felt my brakes do not perform up to par. Recently, in stop and go traffic, I was unable to stop on time when a vehicle in front of me slammed on their brakes. I bumped the other driver in the rear of their car and now it is costing me a surcharge on my insurance.   Read details...

The Service Brakes problem

2006 Acura Rsx. Consumer writes in regards to vacuum leak within brake booster recall notice and unsatisfactory customer service from dealership. The consumer stated it was an inconvenience to have the recall work done on a weekday.   Read details...

The Brake Electric Antilock problem

Anti-lock brakes activate when stopping on dry pavement with any kind of bumps or potholes. This occurs at least 2-3 times per month. The brakes do not feel safe when this happens, and could be a serious safety hazard.   Read details...

The Brake Abs Warning Light problem

While driving over bumps and potholes abs light would come on, causing vehicle to have extended stopping distance.   Read details...

The Brakes Failed problem

The car failed to stop for an intersection. Luckily there was no cross traffic, so we did not have an accident. Mechanic diagnosed the problem: power brake booster failed to keep vacuum, making brakes weak. I see that this exact failure was recalled for the next model year (2006).   Read details...




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