Dashboard developed several massive cracks overnight. One crack is 12" and is over the passenger side airbag.
2005 Acura TL body complaints
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I have an acura tl 2005 and the dash is cracking right at the air bag on the passengers side.
I own a 2005 acura tl, and the dashboard, over the passenger airbag, is cracked. I contacted the dealership and spoke to a sales rep who advised that this is a problem in all of the "high temperature" areas of the u.s. And, acura knows that this is an issue, and they are willing to pay a percentage of the cost of replacement, so long as the vehicle fits the criteria. My vehicle has been very well maintained, and this is not a "cosmetic" issue. My primary concern is that the passenger side airbag may deploy while I'm driving, and potentially cause a crash. Or, in the event that I am involved in the crash that the airbag may not work properly. I never imagined an issue like this would arise, and not be properly addressed by acura. I am very disappointed.
This is reference to my 2005 acura tl. I bought it brand new. Two months ago a foot long crack appeared in the dash on 1 side of the passenger side air bag. Three days later another foot long crack appeared on the other side of the air bag. I have tried to work with acura in getting this replaced due to the safety issue of the air bag but have only been offered a cost to me of $600 to do this. I do not feel that the air bag is safe at this point.
My dash is cracking. I take care of my dash, keep it clean, garaged, etc. All of a sudden there are two long cracks in the middle of the dash and right above the instrument cluster on the dash. I checked around and it appears I am not the only one that has had this problem. The car is only 5 years old, and is considered a "luxury sport car." the reasons I am concerned is because airbags are located underneath the dash, could they one day deploy while driving? Or not deploy at all when involved in an accident? Also, this really devalues the car, and the approximate cost of repair is around $1700.
I have 05 acura tl. My dashboard started to crack. It seems the airbag is going to pop out. I really worried about this. I also found out alot acura tl third generation r having the same problem. I hope acura can do a recall on their defective dash!
A crack appeared on the dash of my car around the outline of the passenger airbag. The entire dashboard has to be replaced.
Recently my 2005 acura tl has developed two cracks on the dashboard.
2005 acura tl dash seems to be very defective. The crack occurred over a months time. The crack is from the passenger windshield straight down over the passenger airbag. Estimated crack measures about 2cm wide. If you look at the crack and the other complaints regarding this we all have the same concern, which is the airbag. At some point the crack is going to continue to get larger, wider and will effect the passenger airbag if it is not directly affected now. I purchased this vehicle for my 16 year old daughter due to the safety it had such high ratings on. This crack would not be so much of a concern if located somewhere else on the dash, but again it is directly over the passenger airbag. If everyone else is having this crack in the exact same location, it is very concerning that something was not put together as it should be and it should be an obvious recall. We should not wait to see passengers getting killed due to malfunction airbags or due to the dash to fix this recall.
2005 acura tl: the dashboard began cracking about a month ago over the instrument cluster and just yesterday it began cracking over the passenger side airbag. I believe this may pose a threat when the airbag is the deployed, because the crack may possibly rip the airbag. Airbag systems are designed to open a specific way, but a crack may interfere with that. There are also several 100 other people on a vehicle forum that are having same exact problem. Thank you for your time.
2005 acura tl. Large crack on dashboard on passenger's side. Eventhough I noticed after 62k miles, will contact acura because this seems to be a recurrent problem with tls.
Dashboard appears to be defective and cracked along the full right edge of the airbag compartment, which presents a potential safety hazard in the event the airbag is deployed or needs to deploy.
Factory dashboard developed a 12 inch crack over the passenger airbag at 5 years, 83,000 miles. Crack appeared suddenly as opposed to a slow progression. Not used any cleaning products but was exposed to heat and sun under normal conditions of south florida. Car is not under factory warranty however acura dealership explained that they have observed this happening to other tls and the company was offering a "good will" where customers would pay between $250 and $500 for the replacement of the dashboard while acura headquarters would cover the rest. The actual amount to be paid by the owner is suggested by the dealership on behalf of the owner and the final amount is decided by acura headquarters. Total cost of the job is approximately $1,700. Acura accepted a good will for my vehicle in the amount of $250, which was my initial offer, and repaired the dash in 3 days while providing a loaner vehicle for the duration of the repair at no additional cost.
Just noticed cracks in dashboard of 2005 acura tl. I figured maybe it was from the heat, with living in florida. Went online to see if any others had complaints. Noticed many complaints from 2004-2005 acura tl owners complaining of cracks in the same exact area as mine. There is one right above the air bag, which I believe could lead to a safety issue with the air bag. The other starts from the center console at the dash and is cracked all the way across the driver dash area and around that console. I called acura and they made a note, but just told me to check with the dealership for repair. I don't want to pay for something that appears to be a defect with the product.
Significant crack in dashboard where passenger airbag is located. Started as a small crack but propagated to over 1 ft length within 48 hours. This appears to be a recurring issue for many acura tl 2004-2005 models (and possibly other years). Fear is it could pose an airbag safety hazard by affecting the integrity and performance of the passenger airbag.
2005 acura tl dashboard cracks all over passenger airbag. Started as one small crack to having 8 large cracks. Airbag can deploy at anytime as the cracks get worse and worse putting my family and I in danger. Acura refuses to fix crack and it will cost $1000 + to repair.
I own an acura tl 3.2 2005 with 51,700 miles. This morning my dashboard cracked in 5 different places for no reason. There was no collision or vandalism involved. I am concerned for my safety as I do not know the consequences of the airbag deploying and the dashboard cracking and debris causing injury. Called acura corporate and they claim is not a manufacturing defect (this issue has been reported by hundreds of people in various internet sites such as facebook) acura prides themselves on car safety but at the same time they will not take responsibility on this issue.
Dashboard on my 2005 acura has cracked in three places, one right over the passenger airbag, I have complained to acura, but this happened after the warranty ended.
My 2005 acura tl's dashboard is cracked in multiple places consistent with the same cracks on '04 models. The cracks go right around the air bag compartment on the passenger side and I'm concerned it's going to weaken the seams on the air bag compartment. The cracks began last summer ('09) and continue to get worse. The local dealership simply doesn't want to accept poor quality goods as the reason to replace. The cracks are identical to many as seen on web message boards.
Dashboard has cracks that have appeared overnight, one is by the passengers air bag and is pretty large. About a year ago the plastic that covers the cupholders just broke when I tried to close it. Nothing forceful , just tried to close it in a regular manner.
Crack to the dashboard of 2005 acura tl also the cover of gear shift box is cracked and makes shifting between gears hard or nearly impossible at times.
2005 acura tl dash is cracking.
Dashboard cracks 2-12 inches in length. Check airbag light comes on. Could cracks effect airbag deployment?
Consumer's dad purchased a 2005 acura tl that have faulty tires and other problems. *nj within two weeks of purchasing the vehicle, the consumers dad had to return to the dealer, because the door seal needed to replaced and the battery died. The consumer was also left stranded when one of the tires disintegrated. The consumer picked the vehicle up from her dad and while driving, another tire failed.
Purchased new 11/2004, 2005 acura tl. Dashboard has cracked specifically around the passenger airbag. Acura will not replace as the 4yr/50k warranty has expired. Was advised further cracking may effect airbag function. Estimate on repair , $1800.00.
Hit a curb going 20-30 MPH (not full-on, though). Blew tire and cause slight alignment issue, as expected. However, next day noticed three large dents next to my sunroof. Took it to dealer and discovered the roof flexed when I hit the curb and the entire roof panel has to be replaced. For hitting a curb? What would have happened to me if I had actually hit something more substantial? No way should a consumer incur a $5000+ repair bill for clipping a curb or hitting a pothole. Found other acura owners complaining on blogs about the same thing. Costly for a minor accident.
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