As I was driving, the vehicle suddenly began smoking through the steering wheel and the hood, then it caught flames and the vehicle was totaled.
2006 Acura TL steering problems
28 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 120,000.
- owner complaints
- 28
- of this car's complaints
- 11%
- typical mileage
- 120,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Hydraulic power assist: power steering fluid1
- Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections1
At what mileage
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Acura TL steering problems in other years
Related recalls
Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- What is wrong
- Honda is recalling 273,000 my 2004-2008 acura tl vehicles. Prolonged high under-hood temperatures may cause the power steering hose to deteriorate prematurely causing the hose to crack and leak power steering fluid.
- Risk
- Power steering fluid leaking onto a hot catalytic converter will generate smoke and possibly lead to an under-hood fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new heat resistant power steering hose free of charge. The recall began on april 28, 2008. Owners may contact acura at 800‑382‑2238. This is an expansion of a previous recall (please see 07v551).
Recall number 08V091000 · Recall details
What 2006 Acura TL owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2006 Acura TL. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH uphill, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was an abnormal sputtering sound coming from the vehicle. The "VSA" (Vehicle Stability Assist) and air bag warning lights illuminated, and an unknown message was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off the vehicle, and waited to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact went to Auto Zone and was informed that the accelerator pedal sensor had failed. The contact replaced the sensor. The contact stated that the failure recurred intermittently. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while the vehicle was being serviced, the contact was informed that the power steering hose was leaking. The contact was informed that the steering fluid had entered other unknown components of the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The contact was topping off the power steering fluid reservoir every third day. The contact stated that the VSA warning light and air bag light remained illuminated. Upon investigation, the contact related the failures to the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 19V182000 (AIR BAGS), 19E068000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL), and 08V091000 (STEERING). However, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
power steering leaking fluid
Power steering high pressure hose is leaking on the catalytic converter. Smoke billows into the cabin of the vehicle. This makes driving with window down necessary. Afraid continued leakage will start a fire in engine compartment. Obtained a new high pressure hose but afraid that the catalytic converter will do the same thing over time. Will bring the vehicle in for maintenance but could not find recall for my VIN number associated with vehicle.
The contact owns a 2006 Acura TL. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was leaking power steering fluid. The contact also stated that the air bag housing along the dashboard was cracked. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer nor an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 133,950.
Unknown
Recall incomplete
Power steering hose oil leaking, accelerator pedal may bind, driver frontal air bag inflator may explode, 2001-11 multi-model airbag inflator recalls , pressure monitoring and regulating systems. Transmission oil is leaking all the oil in 4 days
I have a 06 acura tl and for the last few months I have heard a very winding up and down noise under the hood, when I am turning one way or the other it gets louder . I noticed a recall on my vehicle but acura tells me no ! I took it to a shops and they informed me that it's my power steering hose leaking/ could be bad .. I have had this car for 5 years and I take good care of my car , but lately all these problems are coming full circle. I find recalls and when I call them about it they said it's not my car but I see on the website that it is , but not my VIN # !
2006 acura tl issues with component suspension:front: control arm: lower ball joint- steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections- cracked dashboard leaves exposures to the actual airbags on the vehicle. *ln
Questions about the 2006 Acura TL steering
Does the 2006 Acura TL have steering problems?
Owners have filed 28 complaints about the steering of the 2006 Acura TL, 11% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2006 Acura TL steering problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 120,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Acura TL steering?
Yes, 1 recall: 08V091000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Acura TL have bad steering?
The Acura TL model years with the most steering complaints are 2004 (34 complaints), 2006 (28 complaints) and 2013 (28 complaints).
Other 2006 Acura TL problems
Airbags 85Body 64Electrical 31Transmission 19Brakes 13Engine 10Acceleration 9Suspension 9Wheels 7Driver assistance 6Lights 5Visibility 5Tires 2Fuel system 1Seat belts 1Seats 1
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