Tl* the contact owns a 2002 acura tl. The contact was driving approximately 45 MPH when the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and was able to drive the vehicle without stalling. The failure recurred approximately ten times intermittently. The dealer was contacted and stated that the transmission would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not taken in for diagnostics or repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.
2002 Acura TL transmission complaints
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My 2002 tl s type was at a red light when my transmission went for the second time. When the light changed the car acted as if it were in neutral, the engine revved but the car didn't go. I had it towed to the dealer and filed a case with their corporate office. When the case manager reviewed it, he said that they didn't feel as though they should have to pay. They also asked me how much I think I should pay. I told them I didn't think I should have to pay anything for a faulty transmission that wasn't ever manufactured properly. Knowing that no matter how many times it goes that it will never be right, no matter who pays for it. I pulled up my VIN # to find info that the warranty extension was extended because of known "defects in the material or workmanship." this is going on the third transmission. I bought it precertified from the dealer in 04 and in 05 my transmission went the first time and the second this march 11. They provided me with a refurbished one. Now that one has broke, which leads me to conclude that the defects in the material didn't get any better each time they changed it. I think they should replace the transmission for life!
Car was purchased march of 2010 with 69k miles. Transmission failed in january of 2011 at approx. 73k miles. Dealer replaced transmission for $1800, after informing us that transmission was replaced by previous owner at approx. 60k miles. Just 13k miles prior. After less than 1 week after transmission is replaced, iac valve was replaced due to unstable RPM. I have never heard of a transmission failing after only 13k miles, nonetheless, a car having at least two transmissions replaced after only 73k miles. For all I know, the transmission should have never failed yet, I should not have had to pay for the repair because acura cannot fix the problem, and this car should not be bought, sold, or driven.
I purchased a used 2002 acura tl typs s. The care had approximately 60,000 miles on it when I bought it. The transmission began to slip when shifting through midrange gears within a month of purchase and is slowly getting worse.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 acura 3.2tl while driving approximately five MPH the vehicle stopped accelerating. The engine rpms continued to increase but the vehicle would not accelerate. She downshifted the vehicle and was able to continue driving normally. The failure began to recur intermittently so that the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the transmission was replaced. The failure and current mileages were 124,300. Updated 01/11/11*lj updated 03/28/11
Had recall on transmission replaced 07/2007. Now 10/2010 transmission is doing the same thing. Took to dealer was told it needs to be replaced and would cost $3800.00. We feel help should be provided to replace the 2nd transmission. There is no way this car should need another transmission. This car has been well taken care of.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 acura tl. The vehicle was taken to the dealer in 2005 for the acura transmission recall and on september 3, 2010 she was not able to place the gear in drive. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the transmission will need to be replaced. Since the vehicle warranty expired, the vehicle wasn't repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 79,000.
On 7/23/10, while traveling east bound on I-95 outside of savannah, ga at approximately 75 MPH in my 2002 acura tl type-s, I noticed white smoke in my rear view mirror. Initially I ignored it and assumed it was dust from the interstate. After traveling a few hundred feet, I looked and noticed the smoke was still there. I immediately looked down at my RPM gauge and found it near the red line without any forward momentum and wondered if this was another transmission failure'it was. At the time of the failure I was in the far left lane of a four-lane interstate. I only had seconds to try and clear the lanes and reach the shoulder on the right side as cars sped by me. It was a harrowing event. This is the third transmission failure over the life of the vehicle despite the federal safety agency involvement in 12/02. Unlike the other failures, there were no warnings of the catastrophic event. The vehicle was towed to southern motors acura in savannah, ga. A fourth remanufactured transmission was placed in the vehicle 7 years after acura informed the federal safety agency they fixed the problem. I believe these remanufactured transmission are unsafe and have the potential to create vehicle crashes causing seriously bodily injured or death.
2002 acura tl with transmission problems. Consumer states that even with the extended warranty he still has to pay to get the vehicle repaired. *kb the consumer stated with only 20,514 miles the vehicle has yet again developed transmission problems. While driving, the transmission slipped into first gear.
My car started locking up on me while driving, I would accelerate and it would act as if it was in neutral, and at times I couldn't even reverse. The car will drive then jerk me forward then lock up while I would drive. I called acura and they told me I would have to pay 5,000 dollars for a new transmission and they would not cover my transmission problem.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 acura tl. The automatic transmission failed. The transmission started slipping at 35,524 miles and the vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the transmission. At 51,000 the transmission failed again and the vehicle had to be towed in order to have the transmission replaced again. The transmission failed three times but they were willing to repair it at a 50% discount. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that they have spoken to the regional manager who stated that they were unwilling to replace the failure without him paying 50% of the cost. The failure mileage was 35,524 and the current mileage was 135,000.
I own a 2002 acura 3.2 tl. It has been diagnosed as needing a new transmission. It has 111,000 miles on the defective transmission. Acura has extended the warranty to 100,000 miles, but will not replace this defect under warranty. I believe this is disgraceful. This is my 3rd honda auto and probably my last.
I owned an acura tl, 2002, it get its service per owner manual, transmission begun acting strange at lower speeds and when accelerating it gives a jank and then accelerates or after accelerating it goes really slow and then speeds up. Acura knows about the problem and did very little to correct it. They just check the transmission oil supply line and if they see stains, then they replaced it. Many acura tl owners are facing this same problems, why the federal safety agency has not forced acura to replace these faulty transmissions? What can I do to make this happen? Please provide guidance. Many thanks for your assistance and support.
I owned an acura tl, 2002, it get its service per owner manual, transmission begun acting strange at lower speeds and when accelerating it gives a jank and then accelerates or after accelerating it goes really slow and then speeds up. Acura knows about the problem and did very little to correct it. They just check the transmission oil supply line and if they see stains, then they replaced it. Many acura tl owners are facing this same problems, why the federal safety agency has not forced acura to replace these faulty transmissions? What can I do to make this happen? Please provide guidance. Many thanks for your assistance and support.
I own 2002 acura 3.2 tl, it was serviced all the time at acura dealerships, currently have about 82,500 miles on odometer. My transmission a few days ago started making harsh shifts in the range 20-40 MPH. Today I experienced a critical situation on highway, when pulled in from the ramp at the speed about 60 miles per hour, my car accidentally lowered to RPM lower than 1000 and then after a second accelerated again. I was scared to speed it up again above 60 MPH, and went out of highway on next exit. Then I brought the car to dealership right after this event. Technician found that my transmission failed and requires replacement, which going to cost me with work about $6000. This is the first serious issue with my car engine in whole history of use. Strange, dealers of illlinois, michigan and californioa were telling us all the time that we are very careful customers and keep our car in very good condition. It is truly very clean with only defect in it - transmission. We want to know - what we did wrong?
Transmission failed - could have caused a major issue if it happened on the highway. Acura knows about the failed transmissions but never did a recall and will not pay to fix.
2 transmissions have been replaced in 10/2003 and 3/2004 which were covered under warranty. Same problem keeps occurring, trans slips in & out, like its floating, and stepping on the gas and going nowhere. I found that when I pull over, put the car in park, shut it off, then restart after about 10 seconds, the car will drive fine once you pass 45 to 50mph. When you slow down after that, it acts up again. Previous 2 transmission problems where replaced but this problem they said we have to replace the whole transmission.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 acura 3.2 tl. When the contact applied pressure to the accelerator pedal at approximately 20 MPH, the transmission hesitated while shifting between first and second gear. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The failure was contributed to the power train. The technician stated that the vehicle exceeded 15,000 miles and the owner would be responsible for the repair cost. The repair consisted of a transmission flush. The federal safety agency campaign id 04v176000 (power train automatic transmission) repair was performed prior to the failure. The oil cooler return line was also repaired per the recall. The failure mileage was 76,500. The current mileage was 78,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 acura tl. The contact stated that the automatic transmission slipped out of third gear into second or fourth gear while driving 45 MPH. He had to manually shift the vehicle into the correct gear whenever it shifted into third gear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that there were no failures. He also stated that after the warranty expired the dealer confirmed that there was a problem with the transmission. The contact was advised that he would be responsible for paying the repair cost. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 95,000. Updated 05/12/10 *bf the consumer stated the vehicle only slips in 3rd gear. Updated 05/14/10.*jb updated 07/08/10 *bf updated 07/09/10.
I am the first owner of this car (from 3.5 miles on the odo) and my 2002 acura tl-s has the original defective transmission (according to acura service department) and started slipping at 75,000 miles about 4 years ago. The acura service department tested the car during an airbag recall at that time and was not able to replicate the problem even though it was clear to me that the transmission was slipping slightly between 2nd and 3rd gear. Now, 4 years later and at 166,500 miles, the transmission is slipping more noticeably and more frequently (once in about every 3 times). Acura carland of duluth, ga had me take off work early and drive one hour to see them and check out what's going on. Once I drove across town in severe rain and brought it in, they dismissed me within 5 minutes without even testing or driving my car because "it had too many miles." they could have easily told me that over the phone. I commute to work 120 miles roundtrip each day and I felt I didn't get the time and respect that I deserve. I am concerned about my safety because this is my only car and they didn't even tell me if I should replace this right away or if I have enough time to save up for this $4000 repair of a transmission that several acura service and sales departments have told me had flawed design and parts which were somewhat modified in future transmissions which I feel I am either entitled to even if I have to bear some portion but not all of the cost.
Automatic transmission failed between 137,000-138,000 miles. Acura alleges power train upgrade was installed. Independent transmission repair dealer stated the transmission did not have required upgrade.
I have a serious problem with acura's lack of concern over their horrible transmissions for the acura tl 2002 model. My car will randomly be in gear and not accelerate, right in the middle of traffic.
Transmission started slipping between 2 and 3 gear contacted acura dealer they told me that they can't help me because my car was out of warranty and I have to pay full price to get fixed. Really unhappy with acura. Always was a acura person until now when I bought acura tl 2002 one year ago. Have 125000 on it and never had any idea that transmission will go out. I was reading and notice even after dealer changing transmission they still go out.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 acura 3.2tl. The contact stated that there was difficulty shifting gears and at times, it would become stuck in gear. He noticed that the problem occurred intermittently and slowly became more frequent. He took the vehicle to a repair shop and was informed that the automatic transmission needed to be replaced; the mechanic advised him to take the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer confirmed that the transmission needed to be replaced but that it was outside the warranty. The dealer offered to pay 80% of the repair costs. The vehicle was being repaired at the time of the complaint. The current mileage was approximately 64,600. The failure mileage was approximately 64,500.
It is scheming and underlying of american honda motor co., inc. Acura automobile division; being aware that a higher than normal number of automatic transmissions were having problems beyond a certain mileage, and a non-action to have a full recall on all make/models to the effected vehicles is certainly underlying leaving acura owners with the bill while the company collects profits for it's defective engineering and design with it's transmission. Knowing that there is a recall in 2004 acura did not and has not followed up with the transmission during services and maintenance, nor does it say anywhere that they have.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 acura tl. The vehicle was purchased without a warranty on february 25, 2009. While driving 40 MPH on the highway, the vehicle began shaking and then stalled. The vehicle lost power and shut off. During the shaking, the check engine light blinked on the instrument panel. The shaking occurred when accelerating. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic because it was unable to be driven or restarted. The mechanic stated that the cylinders were misfiring or either the engine or transmission failed. The vehicle is still unable to be driven. The current and failure mileages were 110,000.
2002 acura tl has recurring transmission problems. *nj the consumer stated the engine light came on several times, but the dealer chose to ignore the problem.
Occasional automatic transmission slippage, slow to downshift upon brisk acceleration when entering freeway.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 acura 3.2tl. A few days prior to the failure date, the vehicle's transmission began to slip. On april 11, 2008, the contact's wife attempted to accelerate from a stop and the vehicle began to buck violently. The check engine light illuminated as well. The vehicle was pulled over and the vehicle was towed to a local shop. A diagnostic was performed and the failure was identified as the transmission. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 132,000.
Transmission is starting to go out. Very hard shifts into 2nd gear, the car will jerk while down shifting around 40mph. Now the d5 light is blinking. Flatirons acura took my car for a 6mile drive and then handed me the keys back and said to drive it until it fails. Every time my family is riding in that car our lives are at stake.
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