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ProblemsByVin File / 2008-ACURA-TL
2008 · Acura

Acura TL problems

3 safety recalls. 124 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
33 reports · avg $1,100
severe
steering
26 reports · avg $700
severe
electrical
13 reports · avg $850
severe
body
11 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
engine
7 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
powertrain
5 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
suspension
5 reports · avg $900
moderate
brakes
4 reports · avg $450
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2008 TL · steering
2008 ACURA TL. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO POWER STEERING FEED HOSE LEAK RECALL REPAIRS. *SMD THE CONSUMER IS SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE REPAIR HE PAID FOR. *JB
12/31/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10836189.0
2008 TL · airbags
12" VERTICAL CRACK ON PASSENGER SIDE DASHBOARD, FOUND MANY COMPLAINTS OF SAME NATURE ON THE INTERNET AND ONE HERE, HERE IS THE COMPLAINT FOUND HERE: MY 2008 TL DASHBOARD STARTED TO CRACK IN AUGUST OVER THE PASSENGER AIRBAG AREA. NOW IN SEPTEMBER THERE ARE AT LEAST 3 LENGTHY…
12/26/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10668302.0
2008 TL · lighting Crash
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 ACURA TL TYPE-S. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF HIS VEHICLE WHILE HE WAS STOPPED. THE DEALER STATED THAT A SWITCH UNDERNEATH THE DASHBOARD WAS BROKEN WHICH MADE THE BRAKE LIGHTS INOPERABLE. AS OF DECEMBER 26, 2007,…
12/26/2007 · NHTSA ODI #10212858.0
2008 TL · equipment
2008 ACURA TL. CONSUMER STATES BLUETOOTH MODULE STOPPED WORKING. *TA THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER, THEY COULD NOT TELL WHAT WAS WRONG, UNLESS THEY TOOK THE UNIT APART, A COST OF $125.00.*JB
12/24/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10661701.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 08V091000 27/02/2008

HONDA IS RECALLING 273,000 MY 2004-2008 ACURA TL VEHICLES

POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING ONTO A HOT CATALYTIC CONVERTER WILL GENERATE SMOKE AND POSSIBLY LEAD TO AN UNDER-HOOD FIRE.

Fix: 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).
severe NHTSA 11E022000 22/06/2011

AFFINIA IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER BALL JOINTS, NAPA PART NO

MISAPPLICATION OF THIS PART COULD LEAD TO SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT FROM THE LOWER CONTROL ARM AND COLLAPSE OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION, WHICH COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE A VEHICLE CRASH.

Fix: AFFINIA IS WORKING WITH NAPA TO IDENTIFY ANY OWNERS THAT HAVE HAD THIS PART MISTAKENLY INSTALLED ON TO AN ACURA TL VEHICLE, AND WILL REPLACE THE PART FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 20, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AFFINIA GROUP'S WARRANTY ADMINISTRATOR AT 1-815-759-7757.
severe NHTSA 12V222000 17/05/2012

Honda is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2008 Acura TL and model year 2003-2007 Accord V6 vehicles

If this occurs, power steering fluid can leak onto a hot catalytic converter, leading to smoke and possibly an under-hood fire.

Fix: 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.

Common questions

Is the 2008 Acura TL reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 124 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 Acura TL is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2008 Acura TL?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 33 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Acura TL has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2008 Acura TL?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 124 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Acura. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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