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2007 Acura TL steering problems

15 complaints (12% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 86,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
15
of this car's complaints
12%
typical mileage
86,000
crashes
1
recalls
2

Which part fails

  • Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
    1
  • Hydraulic power assist system
    1

At what mileage

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Acura TL steering problems in other years

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Related recalls

Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connectionsReported May 17, 2012 · 625,762 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Honda is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2008 Acura TL and model year 2003-2007 Accord V6 vehicles. In May 2012, Honda filed a defect report to recall certain model year 2007 and 2008 Acura TL vehicles. In September 2012, Honda informed the agency that it was including an additional 573,147 vehicles including certain model year 2003 through 2007 Accord V6 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 625,762. Prolonged under-hood and power steering fluid temperatures may cause the power steering hose to deteriorate prematurely, resulting in cracks and power steering fluid leakage.
Risk
If this occurs, power steering fluid can leak onto a hot catalytic converter, leading to smoke and possibly an under-hood fire.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a new heat resistant power steering hose, free of charge. The original recall began in June 2012, and owners of those vehicles may obtain the free remedy. Sufficient parts are not yet available for owners of the vehicles covered by the September 2012 expansion, but are expected to be available in early 2013. Honda will notify owners of these vehicles beginning on October 26, 2012, and will notify these owners again when parts are available so those vehicles can be brought to dealers for applications of the free remedy. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1‑800‑999‑1009.

Recall number 12V222000 · Recall details

Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connectionsReported February 27, 2008 · 273,000 vehicles affected
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 2007 Acura TL owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 28, 2018 · Airbags, Engine · 105,000 miles · FL

The dash is prematurly cracking causing pieces to become potential projectiles if involved in an accident and the airbag deploys. The cracks may possibly also cause the airbag to not properly deploy. Also the powersteering pump is leaking fluid severely. There was a recall issued for every 2007 and 2008 tl, but specifically excluded the type s which is now showing the same symptoms and possible fire risk due to the leaks. The car also has premature wear on the motor mounts and now beeds motor mounts replaced.

Filed Feb 12, 2017 · Steering · 95,000 miles · CA

Power steering leak. Power steering fluid is leaking from where the hose and inlet tube meet. The fluid is leaking down into various parts of the engine. The fluid continues to leak out and run low, which then needs replaced. Issue is a fire hazard, and burning of leaking fluid can routinely be smelled. A recall has already be issued b acura. My vehicle corresponds with the model and year of the recall, has the exact issue of the recall, but is not listed under as an affected vehicle through a VIN search.

Filed Oct 14, 2016 · Steering · PA

I currently own a 2007 acura tl and my power steering consistently goes in and out. It is extremely difficult to steer when traveling at slow speeds, such as in a parking lot. My vehicle's VIN doesn't show that the power steering recall associated with many 2004-2008 acura tls affects my car, however I believe that may be the reason my power steering doesn't work very well at all. I recently had my car inspected at bianchi honda in erie, pa for my annual inspection and they said that the only way to fix the issue that I'm having with my power steering is to replace the power steering hose etc. Can you please let me know if my car's power steering problem can be fixed? Thank you. Sincerely, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Mar 16, 2016 · Steering · 130,000 miles · FL

The federal safety agency recalls 12v‑222 and 08v‑091 were enacted to address safety concerns about the power steering pump and associated hoses for certain 2007-2008 acura tls. For some reason, my VIN is not included in the recalls. However, I am experiencing the same symptoms as described by both recalls. So I have questioned acura as to why my vehicle was not addressed as part of the recall but I have received no satisfactory answer other than to point out that my vehicle is outside of the warranty period and therefore the responsibility of the owner.

Filed Feb 22, 2015 · Steering · 130,045 miles · WA

I was driving to the store today and as I drive into the lot my steering wheel started making a buzzing, whining sound, I popped the hood to find that the power steering hose was leaking a lot of fluid. After I parked the car the fluid was leaking a lot more and drippun all over the catalytic converter, engine, axles. I've already spent over 250.00 replacing it at firestone before I found out the car has a recall for the exact same issue and part. It is a used car.

Filed Nov 19, 2013 · Steering · 123,500 miles · VA

After the voluntary recall for the power steering pump hose to be repaired, the power steering pump began leaking. The dealer will not fix or repair the damage they caused to the pump.

Filed May 14, 2012 · Steering · 63,800 miles · CA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 acura tl. The contact stated that smoke started to emit from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the high pressure power steering hose was leaking over the catalytic converter. As a result, the power steering hose needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 63,800 and the current mileage was 64,000.

Filed Jan 22, 2012 · Steering · 86,000 miles · IL

The main power steering hose developed a leak. I own a type s model and according to the local dealership the recall does not apply to my vehicle. This is odd do to the fact that my hose deteriorated in the same manner described in the recall. Many other 2007 and 2008tl type s owners reported the same problem. The new hose installed has a heat shield in the area affected. Obviously they are aware of the problem. Heat caused by the engine near the hose is causing the deterioration. I understand that this also a fire hazard. This was reported online and by the service rep at the dealership. I think that this should be enough to include my model car as part of the recall.

Filed Dec 31, 2011 · Steering · 67,008 miles · AZ

Power steering leak causing smoking, & squeaking along with difficult steering. There is a current recall on 2007 acura tl but american honda says it does not apply to the s-type. Not true, myself & several other tl-type s owners have had the same problem. If this leads to a fire, I will seek punitive damages against all parties who fail to address this high priority safety recall.

Filed Dec 8, 2011 · Steering · 71,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 acura tl. The contact noticed a grinding sound when he started the vehicle. The contact also noticed a grinding sound while turning the steering wheel. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that power steering fluid was leaking from under the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics or repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 71,000.

Questions about the 2007 Acura TL steering

Does the 2007 Acura TL have steering problems?

Owners have filed 15 complaints about the steering of the 2007 Acura TL, 12% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2007 Acura TL steering problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 86,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Acura TL steering?

Yes, 2 recalls: 12V222000, 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 2007 Acura TL problems

Airbags 41Electrical 25Body 20Brakes 7Engine 7Transmission 7Fuel system 5Driver assistance 4Acceleration 3Seat belts 2Suspension 2Visibility 2Wheels 2Locks 1Seats 1

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