Acura TL Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
Own a Acura TL? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.
Acura TL — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014Best | 3 | 17 | 0 | AIR BAGS | Full report → |
| 2013 | 3 | 61 | 2 | STEERING | Full report → |
| 2012Worst | 3 | 130 | 5 | AIR BAGS | Full report → |
| 2011 | 3 | 20 | 1 | AIR BAGS | Full report → |
| 2010 | 3 | 64 | 1 | AIR BAGS | Full report → |
| 2009 | 3 | 42 | 3 | AIR BAGS | Full report → |
Most Common TL Problems
Based on 334 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
TL Years to Avoid
Best TL Years to Buy
Years with the fewest combined complaints and recalls in recent data.
Acura TL Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Acura TL Reliability
What year TL has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2012 Acura TL had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 130 complaints and 3 safety recalls. See the full 2012 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Acura TL reliable?
The Acura TL has accumulated 334 owner-filed complaints and 18 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2014 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used TL.
What are the most common TL problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Acura TL across recent model years are: AIR BAGS (125 reports), STEERING (45 reports), POWER TRAIN (35 reports), ENGINE (21 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my TL has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Acura TL using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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