2004 acura tl defective dash - it was noticed dashboard cracks especially one developed where the passenger air bag is supposed to deploy. It is requested to consider this as a safety hazard, because it can affect the deployment of this safety equipment in case of an accident. Vehicle is parked most of the time inside a garage, so it cannot be explained why the cracks occurred.
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I drive a 2004 acura tl and around september of 2010, my dashboard started cracking around the area where the passenger airbag is located. Since then, the crack has spread and the dash has started cracking in two other places. I was in no accident around this time and always parked in the shade or in a garage.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. The contact stated that there were two cracks on the dashboard by the passenger side air bag. There was not a light illuminated on the instrument panel but he was concerned the air bags would not deploy properly if involved in a crash. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for repair. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000.
Acura tl 2004 cracked defective dash.
A 14 inch crack in dash which runs along the passenger side air bag.
Dashboard on my 2004 acura tl is cracking around the airbags, feel very unsafe about it being deployed. Acura has mentioned on the phone it is not their problem. However after reading various other owners complain about the same issue this is not a one thing, this is a defected automobile and I will not have my children or my wife or anyone that rides with me in that car sit in the front seat.
I love my tl but I am totally disappointed with the dash on my 2004 acura tl. I have had cars that had similar dashes and they never cracked! This dash has already cracked in 3 places. One crack runs from the windshield to almost the top of the glove compartment. This one makes me uneasy every time I drive the car because it runs alongside the passenger airbag. The other cracks are smaller but nevertheless they are there. I don't think this is acceptable for a car I paid so much for. Acura needs to step up and recall these cheap dashboards.
2004 acura tl - 56,000 miles. Completely cracked dashboard around the passenger side airbag. I am worried about my passenger's safety as the cracks look as if they could interfere with the airbag deployment.
2004 acura tl. The interior dash suddenly formed cracks forward of the steering wheel and over the passenger airbag system. My concern is that the cracked dash will impact passenger airbag deployment in case of an accident. I purchased an extended warranty for the car through acura when I purchased the car in 2004 which is still in force. The local acura dealership claimed the dash replacement was not covered.
2004 acura tl sedan dashboard cracks and splits around passenger airbag. Srs warning light becomes illuminated afterward. Concern over proper airbag deployment...sun visor was used and car is garage kept 1. The events leading up to the failure, are normal operation of the vehicle. 2. The failure is a cracked dashboard 3. What was done to correct the failure--I would like acura to repair the problem.
Crack in dashboard--although reasonable care was used to protect dash from such damage...sun visor was used and car is garage kept 1. The events leading up to the failure, are normal operation of the vehicle. 2. The failure is a cracked dashboard 3. What was done to correct the failure--I would like acura to repair the problem.
Cracks in the dashboard area by the airbags.
Cracks in the dash of my 05 acura tl that developed where the passenger air bag is supposed to deploy and may have the potential to affect the deployment of this safety equipment in case of an accident and, therefore, should be considered a safety hazard.
Dashboard crack around the passenger airbag in my 2004 acura tl. No accidents yet but worried about possible injury or air bag deployment due to this condition. I understand this is a common problem with the 3rd generation acura tl series.
Acura tl 2004 dash cracks over airbag area. All cars from that year with the same problem and the dealer didnt resolve.
Cracks on my r side of dash to r side of air bag noticed at about 100,000 miles and cracks have split all the way down.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. The contact stated that he noticed that the instrument panel developed cracks around the passenger side air bag area. The contact was concerned that the air bag would not deploy in the event of a crash. In addition, he was also concerned that if the air bag were to deploy independently, shards of the dashboard would potentially injure him or a passenger. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnosis or repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 102,000 and the current mileage was 122,000.
2004 acura tl car was maintained and garage kept, dashboard cracks began forming close to the passenger side airbag and progressing closer to it. It requires work and parts totaling 1800$ to replace. As it is unrepairable.
Acura tl (2004) dashboard cracking in multiple places, but particularly around passenger airbag. Possible interference with airbag deployment, dangerous dash fragments during deployment and driver distraction due to cracks.
Cracked dashboard on an acura tl 2004 I feel it may crack along the airbag causing it to deploy.
2004 acura tl sedan dashboard cracks and splits around passenger airbag. Srs warning light becomes illuminated afterwards. Concern over proper airbag deployment. Updated ivoq 11/09/10
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. The contact stated that the passenger side air bag panel, on the dashboard, was split open where the air bags were visible. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated the vehicle was manufactured in that manner and it was not under recall. In addition, the dealer could not confirm that if the vehicle was involved in a crash that the air bags would deploy. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised that they would pay a percentage of the repair costs. The failure mileage was 64,000.
2004 acura tl has cracked dashboard. Crack first appeared after dealer serviced vehicle for speaker sound distortion. Crack spread from center dash speaker to above instrument panel behind steering wheel.
2004 acura tl sedan dashboard cracks and splits around passenger airbag. Srs warning light becomes illuminated afterwards. Concern over proper airbag deployment.
2004 acura tl dash began cracking over passenger side airbag at 100k miles, now at 140k dash is cracked in multiple places - serious safety risk and faulty equipment.
Acura tl 2004 cracked dashboard over air bag and multiple other spots. I am very concerned this could cause issues with the airbag. I was informed by a dash board repair man that he could not fixes the cracks over the air bag. He state it would not be safe for him or if the air bag deployed. Acura should have to replace the dash board on the 04 acura tl's. I have done research and there are a whole lot of people who have had this issue. There is even a facebook site where people who have had this problem have signed up. I call acura about this defect and they told me it was not there problem or fault. I could pay to get if fixed for over $2,000.00. They also stated that there is no proof that it could cause the air bag to deploy.
I am writing about my 2004 acura tl and having a cracked dash and might have a safety issue concerning the deployment of the airbag.
Cracks in dashboard above passenger side airbag began appearing just outside the warranty period. Cracking is severe and could impare/cut the airbag on deployment.
2004 acura tl - dashboard cracked in several places and still spreading. Car has less than 47k miles. Noticed first crack earlier in 2010 near the center speaker on the dash. It spread all the way to the front windshield then across and over the gauges. Just noticed another crack 2 days ago, but this time its on the dash right above the passenger side airbag. Researched the issue and found that hundreds of others have the same problem in the exact same places. Thought about having the cracks sealed at an upholstery place and then covering the dash with a cover because its so unsightly, but called the local acura dealer and they said it wasn't a good idea because it might affect how the airbag deploys in a crash. So far their solution is to bring it in and speak to a factory rep. They may be able to replace it at a percentage of the cost, but it will still be expensive. It is an obvious and known defect, but when I called acura corporate customer care and told them about the cracks they said they had never heard of this problem before. Something isn't right here...
Dashboard cracked around area of airbag.
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