Acura TL: known issues clusters

All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.

rows	35
model years	2004–2013 (6)
data through	2026-09-20
method	/data/methodology#known-issues
license	CC BY 4.0 (derived)

acura.csv (whole make)

Vehicle pages

2013 · 2012 · 2011 · 2010 · 2005 · 2004

Rows

year	cluster_id	label	component_code	complaint_count	date_range	source_complaint_count	reviewed_at
2013	2013-tl-transmission-torque-converter	Automatic transmission torque converter shudder	POWER TRAIN	3	2016-09 → 2021-01	62	2026-09-04
2013	2013-tl-rear-suspension-clunk-noise	Rear suspension clunk noise over bumps	SUSPENSION	2	2014-10 → 2017-03	62	2026-09-04
2013	2013-tl-hood-strut-failure	Hood support strut failure	STRUCTURE	2	2018-08 → 2019-03	62	2026-09-04
2013	2013-tl-eps-steering-failure	Electric power steering failure and lockup	STEERING	28	2017-02 → 2026-07	62	2026-09-04
2013	2013-tl-takata-airbag-recall-delay	Takata airbag recall parts unavailability delay	AIR BAGS	13	2016-04 → 2018-07	62	2026-09-04
2013	2013-tl-airbag-warning-deployment	Airbag warning indicator and unexpected deployment	AIR BAGS	5	2016-07 → 2022-02	62	2026-09-04
2012	tl-2012-engine-oil-consumption	Engine oil consumption and internal engine wear	ENGINE	10	2015-05 → 2020-05	130	2026-08-19
2012	tl-2012-highway-speed-vibration	Vibration through steering wheel and floor at highway speed	VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, WHEELS	5	2012-05 → 2013-02	130	2026-08-19
2012	tl-2012-sunroof-glass-shatter	Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving	UNKNOWN OR OTHER	3	2021-03 → 2025-07	130	2026-08-19
2012	tl-2012-accelerator-pedal-hesitation	Accelerator pedal hesitation before sudden surge	VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	5	2012-12 → 2019-05	130	2026-08-19
2012	tl-2012-eps-steering-loss	Electric power steering module failure	STEERING	23	2012-12 → 2021-07	130	2026-08-19
2012	tl-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay	Takata airbag recall replacement delay	AIR BAGS	31	2016-04 → 2019-04	130	2026-08-19
2012	tl-2012-torque-converter-judder	Torque converter judder and harsh automatic shifting	POWER TRAIN	17	2013-12 → 2020-11	130	2026-08-19
2012	tl-2012-airbag-warning-light	Airbag warning light illumination without recall repair	AIR BAGS	7	2012-11 → 2025-10	130	2026-08-19
2011	acura-tl-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay	Takata airbag recall parts unavailability and repair delay	AIR BAGS	9	2016-03 → 2018-01	20	2026-09-10
2011	acura-tl-2011-airbag-recall-repair-failure	Incomplete, refused, or failed airbag recall repair	AIR BAGS	4	2016-03 → 2023-10	20	2026-09-10
2011	acura-tl-2011-engine-compartment-fire	Engine compartment fire or smoke	ENGINE	2	2016-12 → 2021-01	20	2026-09-10
2010	2010-acura-tl-transmission-shift-fault	Transmission gear-shift engagement fault	POWER TRAIN	9	2010-04 → 2020-02	64	2026-09-07
2010	2010-acura-tl-cold-brake-pedal-hard	Brake pedal hardening in cold temperatures	SERVICE BRAKES	2	2014-02 → 2015-01	64	2026-09-07
2010	2010-acura-tl-oil-consumption	Excessive engine oil consumption	ENGINE	2	2011-01 → 2019-11	64	2026-09-07
2010	2010-acura-tl-keyless-fob-slot-wear	Keyless remote fob slot wear preventing door lock	UNKNOWN OR OTHER	2	2016-09 → 2019-10	64	2026-09-07
2010	2010-acura-tl-takata-recall-delay	Takata airbag recall replacement parts unavailable	AIR BAGS	26	2016-04 → 2019-08	64	2026-09-07
2010	2010-acura-tl-airbag-deploy-fault	Airbag warning light and unexpected deployment	AIR BAGS	7	2017-10 → 2021-01	64	2026-09-07
2010	2010-acura-tl-unintended-acceleration	Unintended acceleration when braking	VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	4	2011-09 → 2014-06	64	2026-09-07
2005	acura-tl-2005-transmission-failure	Transmission shift failure and unexpected loss of drive	POWER TRAIN	12	2014-05 → 2025-11	388	2026-09-20
2005	acura-tl-2005-suspension-control-arm	Front suspension ball joint and control arm bushing failure	SUSPENSION	4	2016-09 → 2024-04	388	2026-09-20
2005	acura-tl-2005-hfl-battery-drain	Hands-Free Link module parasitic battery drain	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	10	2014-12 → 2022-01	388	2026-09-20
2005	acura-tl-2005-dashboard-crack-airbag	Cracked dashboard over passenger airbag with warning light	AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE	132	2014-01 → 2022-04	388	2026-09-20
2005	acura-tl-2005-power-steering-leak	Power steering fluid leak and loss of steering assist	STEERING	10	2014-07 → 2026-08	388	2026-09-20
2004	acura-tl-2004-power-steering-hose-leak	Power steering hose leak and steering seizure	STEERING	20	2014-01 → 2023-04	551	2026-09-20
2004	acura-tl-2004-front-suspension-ball-joint	Front lower control arm and ball joint separation	SUSPENSION	11	2016-02 → 2024-07	551	2026-09-20
2004	acura-tl-2004-vsa-brake-module-failure	VSA modulator and ABS brake malfunction	ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES	11	2014-08 → 2022-07	551	2026-09-20
2004	acura-tl-2004-rearview-mirror-fluid-failure	Rearview mirror anti-glare fluid degradation	VISIBILITY/WIPER	3	2014-07 → 2017-12	551	2026-09-20
2004	acura-tl-2004-dashboard-airbag-cracking	Dashboard cracking near passenger-side airbag	AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE	113	2013-12 → 2022-08	551	2026-09-20
2004	acura-tl-2004-automatic-transmission-slipping	Automatic transmission slipping and gear loss	POWER TRAIN	26	2014-04 → 2022-09	551	2026-09-20

Representative quotes are in the CSV and JSON files (fields quote_1_odi … quote_3_text), and on each vehicle page.

Cite this

Derived data is CC BY 4.0. Link back to the page you used. Text and BibTeX below.

Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Acura TL [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura/tl

@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_acura_tl_2026,
  author = {Wrench.Pro},
  title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: Acura TL},
  year = {2026},
  howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura/tl}},
  note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
}

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