Acura
TL
Acura TL: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
Licensed photo · Photo creditMakeAcura
ClassMidsize car
Model years (US)2000–2014
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
Generations and technical specifications
Acura TL – Fourth generation2008–2014
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | September 2008–March 2014 |
| Model years | 2009–2014 |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive / all-wheel drive |
| Engines | 3.5 L J35Z6 (280 hp) V6 3.7 L J37A4 (305 hp) V6 (SH-AWD) |
| Transmissions | 5-speed automatic (2009–2011) 6-speed automatic (2012–2014) 6-speed manual (2010-2014) |
| Wheelbase | 2,776 mm |
| Length | 4,928 mm (2012-2014) 4,966 mm (2009-2011) |
| Width | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,453 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,678 kg (Base) 1,791 kg (SH-AWD) 1,757 kg (6MT SH-AWD) |
| Assembly | Marysville, Ohio, United States (Marysville Auto Plant) |
| Designer | Dave Marek (2006) |
Acura TL – Third generation2003–2008
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | September 2003–August 2008 |
| Model years | 2004–2008 |
| Layout | Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive |
| Engines | 3.2 L J32A3 V6 3.5 L J35A8 V6 (Type-S) |
| Transmissions | 5-speed automatic 6-speed manual |
| Wheelbase | 2,741 mm |
| Length | 4,808 mm Type-S: 4,821 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,440 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,578 kg |
| Assembly | Marysville, Ohio, United States (Marysville Auto Plant) |
| Designer | Jon Ikeda (2001) |
Acura TL – Second generation1998–2003
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | August 1998–September 2003 |
| Model years | 1999–2003 |
| Layout | Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive |
| Engines | 2.5 L J25A (Only offered in Japan) 3.2 L J32A, J32A1 (225 hp) V6 3.2 L J32A2 (260 hp) V6 (Type-S Models) |
| Transmissions | 4-speed automatic 5-speed automatic (2000 and later) |
| Wheelbase | 2,746 mm |
| Length | 1999–2000: 4,900 mm 2001–03: 4,890 mm |
| Width | 1,786 mm |
| Height | 1999–2000: 1,425 mm 2001–03: 1,364 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,588 kg |
| Assembly | Marysville, Ohio, United States (Marysville Auto Plant) |
| Designer | Young Choi, Michael P. May (1996) |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2014 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2012–2014 | 3.7 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2010–2014 | 3.7 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed manual | All-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2007–2011 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2010–2011 | 3.7 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2009 | 3.7 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2004–2008 | 3.2 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2007–2008 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2004–2006 | 3.2 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2014 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km |
| 2012–2014 | 3.7 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 11.2 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| 2010–2014 | 3.7 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed manual · All-wheel drive | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km | 9.4–9.8 L/100 km |
| 2007–2011 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 11.2–11.8 L/100 km | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| 2010–2011 | 3.7 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 9.4–9.8 L/100 km |
| 2009 | 3.7 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km |
| 2004–2008 | 3.2 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 11.2 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| 2007–2008 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed manual · Front-wheel drive | 11.2 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km |
| 2004–2006 | 3.2 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed manual · Front-wheel drive | 11.2 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 8.4–9.0 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Midsize car |
| Model years in EPA data | 2004–2014 |
| Powertrains | Petrol |
| Engine displacement | 3.2–3.7 L |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Transmission types | Automatic, Manual |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive, All-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (premium) |
| Configurations listed | 29 |
| Start-stop system | On some versions |
| Luggage volume (EPA) | 340–368 L |
| Passenger volume (EPA) | 2,775 L |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2000–2014 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission and drivetrain | 873 | 2000, 2002, 2003 |
| Airbags | 811 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Body and structure | 540 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Steering | 199 | 2004, 2006, 2013 |
| Electrical system | 190 | 2000, 2005, 2006 |
| Engine and cooling | 146 | 2002, 2003, 2012 |
| Brakes | 111 | 2000, 2002, 2004 |
| Tyres | 110 | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Speed control and cruise | 104 | 2000, 2002, 2003 |
| Visibility and wipers | 98 | 2000, 2002, 2004 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2000–2014: 2932 complaints, 127 with a crash and 37 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.