Acura TL premature wear problems

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 Mar 4, 2011 · Engine · 28,806 miles · OR

2007 acura tl premature wear of timing belt caused by either defective or flawed timing belt mechanism. This premature wear will result in unexpected timing belt breakage that will result in immediate lost of all power thus increasing the risk of a crash.

Filed Nov 17, 2006 · Steering, Tires · IN

I have owned this 2004 acura tl since jan. 2004. It has been at the dealership on at least 4 occasions due to a significant vibration. The vibration is most noticeable at about 60 MPH. One can feel and see the steering wheel vibrate. The dealership replaced the tires (at no charge) with less than 20,000 miles due to premature wear. However, the vibration problem has never been corrected. In reviewing web sites it appears the vibration problem I am having is not an isolated incident, but one common to many acura tl owners. It seems that honda has an obligation to identify and correct the problem.

Filed Nov 1, 2005 · Tires · 4,500 miles · WI

I purchased a new 2005 acura tl in august 2005. My car is a non-navigation 6 speed manual transmission model delivered with bridgestone el42 tires. The first time I drove the vehicle in the rain, I noticed that even at low speeds on wet roads, the tires do not have any traction at all. On ramps at 20 MPH the front tires loose grip. As of today, the weather is getting colder and the tires are flat spotting on top of that. These tires are all season rated and delivered on a $35,000 vehicle. They are absolutely unsafe in anything but dry weather, but are rates all season. I fear for my safety on the highway at freeway speeds and even more fear the first day of snow. Acura has so far refused to do anything and referred me to the tire manufacturer. They do deliver other tl models with michelin tires that are rated by customer much much higher. While the el42 tires present a big problem from wet weather traction, over flat spotting to premature wear, acura has chosen not to do anything about it yet. How shameful for otherwise such a great car, putting on tires that will land them a lawsuit if anything happens at all! It it their choice to put these tires on some of their cars, so their responsibility to fix the problem!!

Filed Oct 4, 2005 · Tires · NY

I'm very upset about the oem tires on my 2005 acura. I've had it since march of this year and complained from the beginning that the tires should be replaced because of the flat spotting and vibration. I complained to acura in california who had my car in twice so far. They acknowledge the vibration in many of their tls but won't replace the tires. They placed a small dampening rubber by the engine mount but it's still very obvious and very annoying. We as citizens come to you as a last resort many times to voice our concerns over safety issues. I cannot believe that with all the numerous complaints for over two years now about these tires failing, vibrating and very premature wear from new car buyers all over the country, nobody there is doing there job! Acura and bridgestone should be made to replace all bridgestone turanza el42 tires immediately.

Filed Jul 13, 2005 · Tires · 12,035 miles · WA

During routine oil change on our 2004 acura tl at 12,000 miles, excessive tread wear was noted by acura mechanic on front oem bridgestone turanza el42 tires. Tire size is p235/45r17 (this complaint form did not have the correct size option to select). Said tires should be replaced. Finding it hard to believe these tires would last only 12,000 miles, we got a 2nd opinion by a non-acura garage and they agreed tires were worn and should be replaced. Acura said premature wear was most likely due to "front end being out of alignment" or possibly "wrong tire pressure" (later found not to be the case when acura replaced the tires). No mention of any problems with tires themselves. Trusting acura's experience and expertise, we purchased and had them install two new el42s. Since then, we have learned that we are just one of many to have quality and safety problems with these tires. Read the many bad customer reviews/ratings reported on www.tirerack.com (enter "2004 acura tl" in the "shop for tires" section, and read "tire reviews for this vehicle"). Luckily, we have not experienced the poor traction, hydroplaning, noise, flat-spotting, etc that others have experienced.

Filed Dec 30, 2004 · Body, Seats · DC

Serious vibration in 2004 acura tl. Vibration in the steering, seats and floor pan. Replaced and rebalanced the tires three times. *bf the vehicle vibrates between the 52 and 58 MPH regardless of gear selection. The consumer stated that the vibration is so annoying that he avoids that particular speed range. Michelin xgt z4's were installed on the vehicle and the vibration continues. The consumer requests information on what to do before initiating the lemon law process. The consumer was told that this problem will most likely cause premature wear of various suspension components and tires.

Filed Jul 3, 2004 · Brakes · 22,000 miles · CA

This involves my 2002 acura tl type s and the braking system. I have aprox. 22,000 miles on my car. On a recent trip from los angeles to las vegas I noticed an unusual amout of vibration when braking the car from high speeds (70's). I had this happen to me earlier and the dealer turned and resurfaced the rotors and replaced the pads with "non destructive" new ones. The earleir event happened around 15,000 miles or so. Last week my transmission failed (honda is now recalling) and I informed the service tech of my recurring braking problem. I was told today, by keys acura van nuys, ca that they weren't going to fix the brakes and I should pay to have the now warped rotors replaced when the pads wear out! I couldn't believe this! This is the first car I've owned that had 2 major braking faileures in less than 20000 miles and the dealer refused to repair it. I believe this is of great saftey concern and not at all normal wear and tear! I don't live in san fransisco where the hills can tear up your brakes. I know other acura owners have this issue with the breaks and I personally think they are endangering people by neglecting to service this dangerous failure. I hope you can help get them to act responsibility.

Filed Oct 23, 2003 · Brakes · OH

Intermittent clicking sound coming from the radio system. No particular pattern even with cd playing or radio playing. Dealer did not detect sound and refuses to investigate. Have had other warranty items corrected by dealer, including warped rotors.

Filed Dec 10, 2002 · Brakes, Suspension · CA

Transmission slipping and reported at 14823 dealer said that they did not find a problem, rotors warped at 14823 miles replaced pads and resurfaced rotors, cd player replaced at 14823 miles, squeak in rear suspention due to a leak in the rear right strut at 18933 miles, both front seat backpanels loose, transmission replaced at 20322 miles car was at the dealer for 25 days, vsa and check engine light remained on after transmission replaced. Replaced lock upshift solenoid valved ecu reset, transmission not shifting properly and slips at 23583 miles, door frame peeling at 23583 miles replaced door frame. Cruise control not working at 23700 miles, font suspention or steering column making squeaky noises at 23700 miles. Dt