acura tl Problems

acura tl 2004 Complaints

TIRES

acura 2004 tl vin 19uua66214a005588there is a problem with the bridgestone tire a vibration from flat spotting. acura is aware of this on a number of vihicles. they say that there will be a fix for it soon. i am concerned about the safty of the vihicle tires. the tire problem is with many of the acura 2004 tls. i think the delay is not good.*ak

Reported in: MAULDIN SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

TIRES

severe vibration from the factory installed bridgestone turanza el-42 tires on my new 2004 acura tl. the vehicle has only 1400 miles on it and has been to the dealer four times for the flat-spotting in the tires. i am concerned that these are not safe. acura of dayton, ohio, acura corporate and bridgestone say they is nothing they can do. other 2004 acura owners have filed complaints with acura and there are many who have complained on various internet sites including one called tire rack. *jb

Reported in: VANDALIA OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK

the vsa (stability control) system on my 2004 acura tl malfunctioned. the system would cause the right front brake to activate by itself, causing the car to severly swerve to the right. after a half-second or so, the vsa would disengage and the fault indicator would lite up on the dashboard. the acura dealer was unable to diagnose the problem because vsa fault codes are not stored in the vehicle's memory after the car is restarted and the system automatically resets. this resulted in having to continue to drive the car until the fault re-occured. eventually, when it happened again, i was able to take the car directly to dealer and they were able to diagnose the car (because we left it running so as not to clear the code). the problem was traced to a yaw rate sensor in the vsa system. acura should make this information available to dealers. this poses a serious safety problem at highway speeds and there is nothing a driver can do to predict or prevent when this problem will occur. since my sensor was replaced, the problem has not happened again.*ak

Reported in: PLEASANTON CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: PLEASANTON CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

STEERING

Reported in: PLEASANTON CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

vehicle vibration at constant speeds in the range a) 30-40 mph; and b) 50-60 mph; this vibration in the vehicle creates an aversion to drive with the vibration and therefore exceed these speed limits although the local speed limits posted may be lower. *jb

Reported in: EDISON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

the left headlamp beam creates a dark/blind spot about 5-6' inches in diameter. the driver's eyes start focusing on this spot at high speeds the driver misses the lanes and gets blinded, dazed and confused - a cause that may very soon cause accidents. *jb

Reported in: EDISON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

TIRES

tire vibration. at about 50 mph, the tires cause the entire car to vibrate. this continues at all highway speeds and does not seem to go away. i have contacted acura several times and acura's engineers 'are looking into it'. *ak

Reported in: SANTA BARBARA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

severe vibration at most speeds, particularly in the 40 - 60 mph range. *ak

Reported in: NEWTON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

low beam head lights offer a dangerously low amount of light on roads with dips and hills and curves especially in neighborhoods. lack of ambient light eliminates any chance at the split-second decision needed to avoid a possible deer or cat crossing or pedestrian in your path. normally at low neighborhood speeds your bright light beams are not needed or used so the blacked out areas can pop up at anytime with no warning. these lights are going to cause accidents and deaths if they are not replaced with ones that are practical for everyday driving. what works on a test track isn't always best for the average driver. *ak

Reported in: GLEN ALLEN VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

TIRES

bridgestone turanza el-42 tires that are oem on my new 2004 acura tl have serious problems with "flat spotting". this perfect car runs like a flintstone car until tires warm up and round out. acura is replacing with same brand and model tires that are supposed to be fixed. *jb

Reported in: ASHEVILLE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

TIRES

vibration and shaking of steering wheel due to vibration and unbalanced feeling from front tires. it seems that the front wheels and/or suspension have problems that cause them be unbalanced and make driving feel uncontrolled.

Reported in: ALEXANDRIA VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION:FRONT

Reported in: ALEXANDRIA VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

car brought in at 1500 miles only 2.5 weeks after delivery... hard to start and idle rough, dealer action replacving all fuel injectors, also, voice recognition failed three times after phone was sinked with car, the touch screen display would fail to close the phone screen and all other voice commands would not be allowed. dealer action, order new phone module, told there have been several concerns with the hands free link system on the 04 tl's.*ak

Reported in: LUTZ FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

EQUIPMENT

Reported in: LUTZ FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

windshield cracked while making a right turn onto a freeway. after inspection to the windshield acura said a small stone had nicked the windshield causing it to break. acura paid half the cost of replacement but i was still $330 out of pocket. after checking around with other 2004 acura tl owners im not alone. many owners are reporting broken windshields in the first few thousand miles. many owners believe that the problem is a sound barrier sandwiched in-between the two layers of glass. source acura-tl.com. *ak

Reported in: VACAVILLE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

SUSPENSION:AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC)

traveling on the interstate, the car lost traction and began to fish tail down the road as left and right front tires lost grip with the road intermittently back and forth. there was some very minor puddling in the ruts on the highway and it was raining lightly on and off. the onboard vehicle stability systems (abs, vsc) did not activate. the vehicle speed was within speed limits and consistent with other vehicle speeds on the highway at the time. the vehicle is equipped with bridgestone turanza el42 tires. *ak

Reported in: HERNDON VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

new acura tl. vibration at most speeds; odd shifting of the automatic transmission. reported to ed voyles (dealer). one service (rebalance tires) didn't help. talked w/ fred at acura carland (friend's dealer), who supsects a fix for this and many other issues. fred reports that most owners report similar (and additional) problems.*ak

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

TIRES

this complaint referred to the original equipment tires (bridgestone el-42, 235/45-17 93w ) supplied on the 2004 acura tl with 5 speed automatic transmission. after just a short time i have found this tire to be entirely unsafe and unsuitable to this vehicle. i believe that both acura and bridgestone should be held responsible for replacing this tire on all existing vehicle. this tire exhibits unsafe characteristics in wet weather, with noticeable drift and hydroplaning in any amount of standing water, even as little as 1/16 inch. in heavy rains, even with no standing water present, the tire seems incapable of dispersing water as quickly as it falls, again leading to vehicle instability. from a ride quality point of view the tire is also unsatisfactory in that it flat spots every morning, especially in cool weather but even in warmer weather as well, leading to vibrations in the initial miles of any drive. it is also especially harsh over roadway expansion joints, and is so loud on concrete pavements that it poses a safety hazard due to driver fatigue induced by the continuous noise. i also understand that there may be an issue regarding the rating as an "all season tire" with many owners reporting that this tire is virtually useless in any kind of snow or ice condition. i have tried to resolve this issue with both acura and bridgestone to no avail.*ak

Reported in: WAYNE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

no accident tires, over drive, quick to pull to the right is a big saftey fault. i feel there are all problems related to the horsepower, front wheel drive, transmission, and humming and vibration through out the car and most notable at speeds between 50-60mph. *jb

Reported in: POMPANO BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

SUSPENSION

i've purchased the 2004 tl on october 2003. since the very beginning, the car would constantly vibrate at higher speeds (primarily at 55+mph). took the car to the dealer for wheel alignment and balancing. the problem didn't go away. six months later, acura replaced my bridgstone tires with a new re-fromulated tires. as a result, the vibration felt at higher speeds weren't as severe (though still present). after driving for a month, the same level of vibrations at higher speeds returned. i've been attempting to resolve the issue with my dealer and acura for 8 months now, but as of today, no resolution has been forthcoming. vibrations felt at 55+mph, is a serious safety issue and i believe acura should be more proactive in resolving this matter.*ak

Reported in: SOUTH RIDING VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

this complaint refers to the original equipment tires (bridgestone el-42, 235/45-17 93w ) supplied on the 2004 acura tl with 6 speed manual transmission. after just a short time i have found this tire to be entirely unsafe and unsuitable to this vehicle. i believe that both acura and bridgestone should be held responsible for replacing this tire on all existing vehicles. this tire exhibits unsafe characteristics in wet weather, with noticeable drift and hydroplaning in any amount of standing water, even as little as 1/16 inch. in heavy rains, even with no standing water present, the tire seems incapable of dispersing water as quickly as it falls, again leading to vehicle instability. from a ride quality point of view the tire is also unsatisfactory in that it flat spots every morning, especially in cool weather but even in warmer weather as well, leading to vibrations in the initial miles of any drive. it is also especially harsh over roadway expansion joints, and is so loud on concrete pavements that it poses a safety hazard due to driver fatigue induced by the continuous noise. i also understand that there may be an issue regarding the rating as an "all season tire" with many owners reporting that this tire is virtually useless in any kind of snow conditions. *ak

Reported in: CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65554A

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

intermittently while driving vehicle stalled.. when this occurred the engine died, and vehicle lost power steering. this made it difficult to steer the vehicle. dealership serviced the vehicle 4 times for this issue, but was unable to provide a remedy because they couldn't duplicate the failure.*ak

Reported in: MILWAUKEE WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

TIRES

el42 bridgestones that came with my new 2004 acura tl are unsafe. they flat spot and hydroplane in the rain. the tires are very unsafe in rain and they are considered "all season" they are not all season in my opinion. i lost control on a number of occasions with the el42 bridgestones because of hydroplaning. the faltspotting causes the tires to vibrate and bounce until they warm up. the car came with the original pvc type (early build) and the dealer refused to put the new "tu@" on my car. ratings on this tire are terrible as shown on "tirerack.com" acura dealer refused to replace my el42 pvc original tires with acceptable safe tires. i have no choice but to put michelin pilot sport all seasons on my car quickly because i do not feel safe driving this car with the el42. please advise- i know many people with the 2004 acura tl are unhappy with the el42's that came with them. the el42's are unsafe in the rain and snow they are not all season and should be investigated agressively before people lose control and get in accidents. *la

Reported in: BAYSIDE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65534A

TIRES

consumer noticed that after having the tires rotated at 10,000 miles and while driving at 60 mph vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and pulled over. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the tires needed to be replaced due to tread separation. *ak

Reported in: BOYNTON BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65534A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

recently purchased an accura 2004 tl.car currently has 600 miles.noticed a vibrations between the speeds of 45 to 55 mph.took the car back to dealer(rick case) twice to have the wheels rebalanced.did not remove the vibration.the third time back to the dealer i was told that acura is aware of the problem and that all tl's have this issue.i called honda.they said there is nothing they intend to do regarding the problem and that the vibration is normal for the 2004's as it goes into 5th gear. *ak

Reported in: DAVIE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

TIRES

vibration and shaking of steering wheel during normal driving. replacement of the tires and numerous rebalancing have had no effect. acura dealer is not responsive and acura customer care has informed me this "a charateristic of the car" while at the same time admitting that "we have received numeous complaints about steering wheel vibration and our engineers are investigating the problem" i was also told there we was no timeline for resolution. given the situation, i am growing concerned about the handling and stability of the vehicle in its current state. acura has admitted there is a problem but has not fully disclosed the details. i am also worried because this seems to be a widespread issue affecting many tl owners given the number of web forums i have visited on the subject. *ak

Reported in: CHANDLER AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65514A

SUSPENSION

while driving 50 mph vehicle vibrated with such a force that consumer had to slow the speed down to almost a stop to get vibration to stop. it occurred mostly in the mornings when vehicle just started out. consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, who said that it was a tire problem and not a mechanical defect. consumer then put on a set of bridgestone turanza el42 tires which were the same tires that were on the vehicle. the next day the same problem occurred at the same speeds. in other words, nothing changed. *ak

Reported in: MANASSAS VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

TIRES:TREAD/BELT

while driving, the rear passenger side tire blew out. the consumer stated the vehilce is practically brand new. *jb bridgestone # el-42-245-17

Reported in: AVENTURA FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

while making a right turn the vehicle turned left on its own. the consumer applied the brakes, but the pedal went to the floor and the brakes locked up on the vehicle. this caused the consmer to loose control of the vehicle and hit a curb. both driver's and passenger side air bags did deploy. the driver had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. the mechanic informed the driver that the control sensor solenoid switch needed replacement. please fill in additional information. *jb

Reported in: CANOGA PARK CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

TIRES

the vibration in the bridgestone el42 turanza tires on 2004 acura tl resulted in accident in february 2004 and $1500 worth of undercarriage damage. flatspotting and vibration in tires caused loss of control of the vehicle when attempting to stop the vehicle in inclement weather. flatspotting and vibration started 1 week after purchase of vehicle. have documentation of numerous attempts to get the problem resolved by dealer, but dealer was complacent in dealing with the issue thus resulting in the aformentioned accident. loss of control caused vehicle to end up in oncoming traffic lane almost resulting in head on collision. car slid into curb causing the 1500 damage. tires have been replaced with michelin pilot sport tires. america honda/acura and bridgestone needs to be held accountable for their complacency in dealing with this issue. please investigate quickly as lives can be at stake. *ak

Reported in: SCOTCH PLAINS NJ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

TIRES

due to vibration dealer dealer balanced tires on 7/21/04. vibration did not go away. dealer replaced all 4 tires on 8/26/04. vibration continued.*ak

Reported in: CALLAHAN FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

WHEELS:RIM

a crack in the alloy wheel rim on the right front of my 2004 acura was associated with a loss of air pressure and loss of positive tire seal resutilng in the tire separating from the rim. my wife was able to retain control. an inspection by leith acura found no evidence of a puncture wound to the tire. the sidewall was deformed to the point that the tire was unuseable. leith acura and acura client services refused to replace the rim and tire under the new car warranty. acura insists that the rim was damaged as the result of a severe impact to the tire (pothole ??) and therefore not covered by the vehicle warranty. my wife reports experiencing no such impact either at the time of the incident or during any period preceding the incident. i assert that the crack was the likely result of a undetected defect in the manufacturing process and/or the particular materials used, and that it was the accentuation of the pre-existing crack associated with the 'impacts' of normal driving that caused the tire to suddenly fail.the dealer asserts that there was observable damage to the rim, but is unable to determine whether such damage resulted in the crack or that the damage was the result of the rim having been weakened by the crack plus the impact of the rim with the road surface when the tire deflated. my unreimbursed cost for a new rim, tire, and alignment was $625. my concern is that this is an equipment problem, perhaps inherent to the use of alloy rims; that acura is aware of the problem (reports frequent similar occurrences) and that they simply refuse to honor claims for this type of equipment failure under the warranty. as a highway safety researcher i am concerned that this is a potentially serious crash risk problem over and above the problem of manufacturer and dealer integrity in honoring warranty claims.*ak

Reported in: CARY NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

i have a 2004 acura tl with 2000 miles on it. it has been at the dealer twice for 7 total days, trying to correct a vibration between 45 and 60. it is also evident at 75-80. vibration is felt in seat, steering wheel and pedals dealer replaced front tires twice and front rims once. we still experience the vibration frequently. i contacted honda of america. the representative informed me that this was a torque converter problem known for approximatel 4 months. i asked about returning the car and was told i was not going to get my money back. he stated that engineering is looking at modifying engine mounts. i told him that was only masking the problem. he stated all 04 and 05 models have the problem! i was floored they knew it and were still pushing cars out the door and the dealership was blaming the problem on tires. i asked about inherent vibration impact on the life expectancy to the driver train seals and bearings. the honda of america representative became very rude. i got his name and hung up. not what you would expect from honda or a $35k car! the dealership service centerwas appalled that honda america stated there was widespread problems with the torque converter, stated they never heard of it and insisted this is a tire issue! it is desheartening to get two different stories. i believe the tire story gives the honda corporate offices some relief of liability by leveraging off of firestone for defects. should the torque converter be openly pursued as the culprit and johnq. public knowing about it, this could be a drive a costly recall funded from the pockets of honda of america! *ak

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

have owned the car less than 1 week, and upon delivery of the car noticed a high-pitched whine at about 35 to 40 mph. the whine continues up through higher speeds, and continues throughout deceleration down to about 15 to 20 mph. took into the service department who contacted acura usa about the problem. they isolated the whine coming from the transmission, and they are sending a new (?) transmission as a replacement. i feel that this is terrible that the car was not diagnosed with a problem and then allowed to be sold with a transmission defect. i want nothing short of a total replacement. *jb

Reported in: SONOMA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

SUSPENSION

my car has been to the dealer twice for replacement tires due to vibration throughout my car. the second time my tires were replaced with the updated el42, and the vibrations still persist, along with the fact that the car now pulls to the left. when i called criswell acura of annapolis, i was told that the pulling to the left was not an alingment problem it was a tire pressure issue. so i took my car back to the dealership and they properly inflated my tires. and of course my car still pulls to the left. *ak

Reported in: ANNAPOIIS MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

the knock sensor wire sends emission from the engine. if there is a problem with emission the sensor is suppose to adjust the fuel. however, the check engine light illuminates. took vehicle to the dealer. however, the problem had not been resolved. *ak *jb

Reported in: WESTLAKE VILLAGE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

WHEELS:RIM

i have owned this car since april 2004 and have had trouble with front wheel balance since almost new. every time i have requested dealer service they have diagnosed the problem as a bent rim. my wife drives this car and she has absolutely no recall of hitting any potholes. as a result of these failures i have real concerns about the strength and integrity of the materials used in the wheel design. three rims have now failed in the 7 months i have owned this car and i'm worried about the safety of this vehicle. *nm

Reported in: DURHAM NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65674A

TIRES

brand new acura tl 2004 (vibration )bridgestone teranza tires el42 flat spotting. acura national customer service notified ,has had several complaints fail to do anything. many users complaining see edmunds .com new model 2005 no longer uses bridgestone changed to michelins. dealer no help. *nm

Reported in: BOYNTON BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

STEERING

i purchased a new 2004 acura tl last december. from the get go, the car has continuously pulled to the left. this car has been taken back 5 times to the dealership, tires replaced and still it pulls to the left. we have notified acura and a rep. came in but we were told that when we purchased the car i signed a document releasing acura from the "lemon law" i also consulted an attorney as well as wave tv 3 troubleshooter and was given this web site to log our complaint. we have all documents pertaining to how many times it has been worked on. this car is very much a lemon. in the first few months the blower for the heat also had to be fixed. basically the rep. from acura came here and said there is nothing he could do for us. needless to say i am angry. this has never happened to me before. and i was not aware that acura was exempt from ky's lemon law. please help this car is a hazard for the continous pulling to the left. *ak

Reported in: LOUISVILLE KY || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

vibration leading to a shudder in the front end of a 2004 acura tl. vibration starts at 1500 rpm up through 2000 rpm at 45 mph through 60 mph. vibration and shudder is intermittent in nature and can be quite severe causing you to slow down. car has been back to the dealer 3 times since i purchased it in october 2004. they have aligned the motor mounts, balanced the tires, adjusted the solenoid on the transmission and adjusted a heat shield . still have the problem. spoke with acura client service and was told this is a driving characteristic of the car but their engineers are working on it. they assigned a case # to it b01-2004-11-1100593, my case managers name is ed. at present they have no fix for the problem and i don't feel they know what the problem is. i have noticed many postings on the internet from other acura tl owners having the same problem. *jb

Reported in: CORTLAND OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE

my 2004 acura tl has a consistent vibration problem when the car is running between 50 and 60 mph. the vibration seems to come from the front of the car, and it is not present when the car is running at speeds less than 50 mph or greater than 60 mph. i reported the problem to my dealer and they assured me that it was a problem with the tires. they replaced the tires, but the problem persists. i have called acura customer service several times to report the problem, but they indicate that the vibration is a characteristic of the car. i have never had any other car with a similar characteristic, and i believe that the problem is a design defect which acura is choosing not to fix.*ak

Reported in: COLUMBIA MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

SUSPENSION

while driving between 52 - 58 mph steering column shakes violently. *ak

Reported in: MILFORD NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

on 1/19/05 my windshield wiper fluid, autodimming rearview mirror feature, & power side view mirrors were not working. i immidiately went to the dealership and a fuse was replaced. on 1/27/05 i began to drive and dirty water from the melted snow was hitting my windshield. i attempted to clear the dirt with the washer fluid, but it again was not working. i immediately went to the dealership and was told this is a problem with 2004 acura tls and that acura is working on it. they repalced the fuse and sent me on my way. in the meantime i can't rely on my washer fluid to remove obstructions to my vision, which may cause a hazardous situation, especially after rain and snowfall. currently, no perminent solution was offerred. *ak

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

SEATS

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. *tc

Reported in: WASHINGTON DC || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

Reported in: WASHINGTON DC || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

Reported in: WASHINGTON DC || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

i own a 2004 acura tl with original equipment bridgestone el-42 tires. while the tire preformed acceptably during the summer the preformance on wet roads and particulary in snow and ice was absolutly terrible. my family and i took a 500 mile trip in michigan over the christmas holidays and i almost had to park the car and get a rental to get home. i replaced the tires 2 days after getting home. the tires had only 12k miles on therm.*ak

Reported in: DEARBORN MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

acura 2004 low beam headlights. insufficient illumination of the road on driver's side, especially going down a hill. cannot see if something/someone dashes out from driver's side. dealer checked and it meets specifications for type of light/design. *jb

Reported in: WINSTON-SALEM NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION

while driving driver noticed that the vehicle shook uncontrollably. driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer, and mechanic determined that all four tires needed to be balanced, and a wheel aligned. driver informed the mechanic that this problem still occurred, and had not been resolved. afterwards the mechanic told the driver that this vehicle operated as designed, and had a design flaw problem from the manufacturer. *ak

Reported in: DULUTH GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE

i purchased a new 2004 acura tl and it has a driveline vibration at speeds of 48 to 60 mph. because of the vibration, you have to drive the car above 60 mph to eliminate the driveline vibration. i think this is a safety related issue and you should do something about it! *jb

Reported in: KING OF PRUSSIA PA PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES:TREAD/BELT

my 2004 acura tl came equipped with bridgrstone el-42 turanza tires. although we have not had an accident, these tires hydroplane like crazy and have zero snow traction and control. they are so bad that we paid to have all 4 replaced at 20,000 miles. i now find that this is a very common issue with this tire, although our dealer claims otherwise. i feel that these tires are patently unsafe and acura or bridgestone should recall and replace them. *ak

Reported in: HARMONY PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

during light rain my 2004 acura tl with bridgestone turanza el-42 tires hydroplaned and lost control. it hit the center divider and spun and ended up on the right shoulder. the front left wheel broke off. fortunetly my car or the broken wheel did not hit another car. there were quite a few cars on the freeway all at normal freeway speed. i was actually following my wifes 2003 honda accord lx in the same lane at the time of the accident. i have filed a complaint with acura (800) 382-2238 and my case # b012005-02-2300320. so far the complaint has accomplished nothing for me.

Reported in: RIVERSIDE CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL

2004 acura tl turn signals stopped functioning. **** no answer required***. *mr the dealer was unable to permanently repair the turn signal problem. there was also a rattling noise heard inside the vehicle. the dealer lubed and insert foam tape to the radio but the problem recurred. *nm

Reported in: HAWTHORNE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

STRUCTURE:BODY

my 2004 acura tl (5at) has a driveline vibration at 1500 rpms. i have replaced the tires at my own cost, but that did not resolve the issue. the dealer has no resolution for this issue, and acura care claims that they are aware of the issue but there are is no resolution planned.*ak

Reported in: MISSION VIEJO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE

Reported in: MISSION VIEJO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

TIRES

my 2004tl came with bridgestone turanza el-42 tires. the dealer stated tires would be acceptable when i stated concerns with what i had read about flat spotting. on my first long distance trip (500+ miles) my front passenger tire blew off the rim. i had to have it replaced at procter acura in tallahassee which in formed me to take tire to a tire manufacturer since it is warrantied thru its manufactururer. as of this date nothing has been done. i bought a new tire ($225) and am waiting to hear what else bridgestone will do to compensate me. *ak

Reported in: DAVIE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

TIRES

oem tires (bridgestone el42) completely worn out after 10,000 miles. from very beginning, "all season" tires would routinely hydroplane at speeds as low as 40mph and were unusable in the snow.

Reported in: WEXFORD PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65574A

TIRES:TREAD/BELT

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.

Reported in: OLYMPIA WA || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

in my opinion the manufacturer is knowingly was selling the 2004 acura tl with the bridgestone/firestone el-42 tires knowing that these tires had a design or manufacturing defect causing them to flat spot without warning the buyer first about the problem. not only this is deceptive and in my opinion violates implied warrantly but it was dangerous as it forced us to drive the car at slow speeds because of the vibration in high speed roads.

Reported in: PEMBROKE PINES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

dt: the accelerator pedal stuck. this started in november 2004. it was an intermittent problem. the consumer took vehicle to the dealer, they could not find the cause of the problem. while driving in july 2005 the accelerator pedal stuck and would not release. there was no accident. the consumer took vehicle to the dealership, and they contacted an engineer to examine the vehicle. the engineer found that a screw came out of the part that pertained to the cruise control and the accelerator connection. *ak

Reported in: BELLEVUE WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

Reported in: BELLEVUE WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

TIRES:SIDEWALL

this complaint refers to the original equipment tires (bridgestone el-42, 235/45-17 93w ) supplied on the 2004 acura tl with 5 speed automatic transmission. after just a short time i have found this tire to be entirely unsafe and unsuitable to this vehicle. i believe that both acura and bridgestone should be held responsible for replacing this tire on all existing vehicles. this tire exhibits unsafe characteristics in wet weather and on snow. at about 14,000 miles we just had a flat tire on a highway and when we took it for fixing we were told that the sidewall has collapsed (and looks like a bubble) and that we can no longer use it as it will explode. we must replace it after riding over a nail. we believe the sidewall should be reinforced more to withhold driving on a flat to safety without having to replace it. from a ride quality point of view the tire is also unsatisfactory in that it flat spots every morning, leading to vibrations during our drive. i also understand that there may be an issue regarding the rating as an "all season tire" with many owners reporting that this tire is virtually useless in any kind of snow conditions.*jb

Reported in: HACKETTSTOWN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

i have called the acura customer service number and did not get through with anyone. my 2004 acura tl has a consistent vibration problem when the car is running between 50 and 60 mph. the vibration seems to come from the front of the car. i reported the problem to the acura dealer and they have assured me the problem was with the tires. i also had a second opinion from another dealership whom also assured me the problem are the tires. i find that this is a very common issue with the bridgestone tires, and i feel that these tires are unsafe and acura/bridegstone should recall and replace these tires. the consumers should not have to pay to replace these tires. my car has about 10,000 miles and this is a real problem for consumers who just purchased a brand new vehicle to have to worry about tires, which i feel may have a design or manufacturing defect causing a vibration in the car. this may lead to accidents and i also know that there are many other 2004 acura owners complaining about the same problem. i hope this problem gets resolved as soon as possible. *nm

Reported in: ROSEDALE NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

my 2004 acura 3.2 tl uses bridgestone turanza el42 tires (235/45r17), w speed-rated. the el 42 tires had a so called "flat spot" problem and they were worn out only at 15,500 mile. there has been many complaints about this type of tires on the internet. many of them mentioned that "flat spot" problem could become a safety issue.

Reported in: ROSEMEAD CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES:SIDEWALL

the majority of the owners of 2004 and newer acura tls know that there is an existing problem with the bridgestone turanza el42 tires that the vehicle is equipped with. there is an issue with vibration with these tires. in 2005, acura started selling the tl with michelin tires because of the complaints. those of us who still have the bridgestones are still experiencing problems. currently, my vehicle (2004 tl) has cracking on the sidewalls of the tires now. i am required to fill it with air approximately every 2 or 3 days. i have contacted the dealership, they inspected the tires and acknowledged the cracks, and they refuse to do anything about it. they wanted me to handle the warranty claim with bridgestone and sent me off on my way, with a potentially unsafe vehicle. i have no doubt that a blowout of the tire is unpreventable and it's only a matter of time before it happens, but they do not care. i am suggesting that a recall be placed on the bridgestone el42 tires and that all acura tls with these tires be replaced with the michelin tires, which the current year tls come equipped with. *jb

Reported in: RIVERVIEW FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

TIRES:TREAD/BELT

dt: the contact stated vehicle had a blow out. the three remaining tires were bald and needed to be replaced as well. the blow out occurred on the right rear of the vehicle. there was vibration before the blow out. the spare tire was in place at this time. the tire were not covered under warranty. the tires have been maintained regularly. the complete tire size is p235/45/17.

Reported in: LEWISVILLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

SUSPENSION:REAR

dt: the contact stated when hitting a bump the rear end the vehicle skidded out. causing abnormal tire wear. he replaced the rear tires twice, every 7,000-8,000 miles. the vehicle has been taken to two different dealerships, and they were unable to diagnose the problem. *ak updated 12/7/2005. the consumer's vehicle is now on it's third set of tires. the dealer stated that since the rear tire were worn evenly that alignment was not the problem. *nm

Reported in: STAMFORD CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65524A

TIRES

Reported in: STAMFORD CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65524A

TIRES

bridgestone turanza e42 oem tire on 2004 acura tl have flat spotting issues and were worn out after 15,000 miles. very poor traction in rain and snow for an all season touring tire. acura and bridgestone should recall and replace these tires. *jb

Reported in: SALEM NH || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES:TREAD/BELT

this complaint is in reference to the bridgestone turanza el 42 tire supplied as original equipment on the 2004 acura tl. this tire is totally unsuitable for the vehicle and is unsafe for the intended conditions. although it is rated ms as an all season tire, it can not maintain even minimal traction in light snow. also, as the tread wears, it show significant tendencies to hydroplane in any amount of standing water. the flat spotting also creates distracting vibrations during cold weather. this vehicle is unsafe to drive with this tire installed, yet acura and bridgestone refuse to acknowledge or address the problem unless directed to by nhtsa. *nm

Reported in: WAYNE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

TIRES

Reported in: DAYTON OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65694A

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

on november 19, my 2004 acura tl was struck squarely on the driver's side door causing in excess of $5000 damage. for whatever reason, the side airbag did not deploy. i have written acura client services asking if there was some reason for this but they haven't given me the courtesy of an acknowledgement much less a reply. i don't know if there's a defect or and explanation as to why the bag did not deploy. *nm

Reported in: BROKEN ARROW OK || Crash: Y || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

SUSPENSION:FRONT

while driving at the speed of 50 or more mph the 2004 acura tl vibrates. *ts the vibration could be felt in the steering wheel and front seat. the vibration was constant but varied in intensity depending on the road conditions. the vibration continued after three repair attempts. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who indicated that the manufacturer had deemed the vibration a characteristic of the vehicle. *nm

Reported in: MIDDLESBORO KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

TIRES:SIDEWALL

oem bridgestone turanza el42 tire disintegrated on drive side rear wheel of 2004 acura tl. driving on highway at approx 55 mph. vibration and then suddenly tire fell apart. sidewall completely separated from bead. tire size p235/45 r17. *nm

Reported in: OCEANSIDE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

TIRES

dt*: the contact stated while driving 65 mph, the sidewall separated from the tread on the front passenger tire. the contact then noticed a two inch crack on the driver side front tire. the vehicle was taken to the dealership and it was determined these were rated for 25,000 miles. the vehicle had 27,200 miles at time of failure. the tire line is 92354517el42.

Reported in: SALISBURY MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

dt*: the contact stated while changing lanes at 30 mph the vehicle hit another vehicle and the driver side airbag did not deploy. this was a frontal impact and the driver was wearing a seatbelt but sustained minor injuries. a police report was filed at the scene and pictures are available. the vehicle sustained frontal damage and was towed to a local tow yard awaiting inspection. the dealership and manufacturer were alerted.

Reported in: BATTLE CREEK MI || Crash: Y || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

TIRES

dt*: the contact stated the original rear tires were replaced at 15,000 miles due to baldness two-thirds from the outside to the inside. the tires were replaced by the dealership. the tires are bridgestone turanza p23545r17.

Reported in: LEBANON OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65504A

SUSPENSION

vibration at 50-55 mph. sometimes worse than others. can make car feel unstable. changing tires did not help. *jb

Reported in: GAINESVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

vibration at 50-55 mph. sometimes worse than others. can make car feel unstable. changing tires did not help. *jb

Reported in: GAINESVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS

i had to break for a cat running in the road to a heavy and complete stop. it caused the one of the front brake pads to melt and now are harden and don't stop as well and makes a heavy grinding noise. took to dealer and they said its ok just to brake hard a few times and will clear the pad. i have tried this and the nose is getting worst. i feel that the car in emergency stop will cause the brake to fail or melt do to the higher friction. pad dose not seem to be soft but hard now. the car may not be able to stop in emergency stop once pads heat up. the acura will not fix the issue because they don't see it as an issue. *nm

Reported in: BROOMFIELD CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65584A

STRUCTURE

this is a near miss problem. we own an acura tl 2004. it has terrible blind spots. i think that the problem arises because the bars with the air bags in them are so wide that they can hide an entire car. we have had to add develop extra mechanisms to anticipate possible vehicles, and i feel much less safe driving this car than any other car i have ever driven. also, the hvac system is so complex that it is virtually impossible to manage it while driving. i hope you will start to look to see if you see a higher incidence of problems with the acura's or other vehicles with broad air bag holders and complicated heating and ac systems. *jb

Reported in: CONCORD MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

Reported in: CONCORD MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

while driving the car on highway, right front ball-joint broke in half with no warning or reason. right front tire became perpendicular to the vehicle. wife and child were in vehicle with complete loss of control of vehicle. the ball joint was absolutely defective and acura refused to assist in repair, claiming no responsibility. i own 2 acura and will never buy honda again. *nm

Reported in: AUBURN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

TIRES:SIDEWALL

four new p235/45zr17 pirelli pzero nero m&s tires purchased december 6, 2005 from tire rack. have had 3 [so far] of those tires blow out: march 9, 2006 after 3,295 miles; may 30, 2006 after 5,536 miles; june 30, 2006 after 6,184 miles. (1) were told by tire rack and their installer that it was just bad luck. (2) tire rack said it could be an installation problem. authorized pirelli dealer installers (not the ones who originally installed the tires) say it is impossible to install incorrectly and conclude it is bad luck. (3) authorized pirelli dealer says it could be that the valve stem has a tear at its base but denies any manufacturers defect. we are convinced we bought a bad run of these tires out of the italy plant before they stopped making them there. *jb

Reported in: KATY TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

i was driving my 2004 acura tl on a recently repaved highway when the wheel fell off the axle without warning. there were no preceding noises or changes in handling. fortunately, i was able to pull off the road quickly and avoid injury. the car is still under warranty, so i contacted acura tlc service and was towed to the nearest dealer's referring auto body shop. acura evaluated the car, and the service manager told me that it would not be covered under warranty, and to file a claim with my insurance. the auto body mechanics and my insurance adjuster both felt that it should be covered under warranty. acura dealership was contacted by the auto body shop and asked to take a second look; they declined. i contacted acura client services and requested a regional service manager to evaluate the car. they declined. one week after the incident, acura client services made their final determination not to cover this incident. ultimately, the lower ball joint was found to have snapped without evidence of impact or wear and tear. it was repaired with a new lower ball joint, control arm, axle, tire, wheel, and front quarter panel at the expense of my auto insurance provider. *nm

Reported in: HAWTHORN WOODS IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

driving along on i-10 in mobile, al on saturday evening. started raining, turned on the wipers and they worked for about 5 minutes, then returned to the off position and stopped working in middle of a rain storm. i almost had an accident trying to get off the highway to the shoulder. washer still works. changed the fuse, still not working. going to dealership tomorrow. *jb

Reported in: MOBILE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY

2004 acura tl moon roof just flew off while driving on the highway. *nm

Reported in: MANCHESTER CT || Crash: N || VIN #:

WHEELS:RIM

2004 acura tl right front ball joint broke in half. *ts the consumer believed the incident happened because of a manufacturing defect. the dealer blamed the failure on after market rims that the consumer purchased, the business where the rims were purchased stated they were a proper fit for the vehicle. *jb

Reported in: AUBURN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

Reported in: AUBURN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

STEERING

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. *nm

Reported in: FLOYDS KNOBS IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

complete failure of right rear tire purchased new in a set of four approximately one month before (november 16, 2006). tire failure occurred while driving at approximately 70 mph. failed tire flew off rim (wheel) causing car to be nearly uncontrollable and causing damage to the front rim (wheel) and tire on the right side of the car. *jb

Reported in: FOSTER CITY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

SUSPENSION

tl*- the contact stated that when the 2004 acura tl, was at the dealership on 01/18/07 for regular maintenance she was informed by the service mechanic that the 2 rear tiresprematurely wear wore out. the contact stated that nhtsa has a service bulletin #05076. the contact stated that the mechanic informed her that it was best to purchase 4 new tires instead of replacing the 2 back tires. the contact stated that these tires came with the vehicle with dot# 0b6ntu22404 and size p235/45r17 radial. the contact felt that this was manufacturing issue and the manufacturer should recall these tires. the dealership informed her that she has to pay 75% of tire replacement as per the dealership tire chart, honda will pay remaining 25%. the contact stated that this is a public safety issue and the tires could explode anytime and it is not the fault of the owner. *ak updated 03/30/07. *jb

Reported in: CERRITOS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

TIRES

Reported in: CERRITOS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

TIRES:TREAD/BELT

the michelin tires failed on rear of front wheel after 2500 mile road trip. tires were inflated to 38 psi as recommended by car manufacturing wheels were e in alignment. belts appeared to have failed as evidenced by wear pattern. michelin and their dealers indicated there was no warranty of any sort on their xgtz tires. therefore, they will not warranty anything about the tires. the tires were available for inspection.*ak

Reported in: DURANT OK || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that the check engine indicator light illuminated which indicated that the knock sensor failed. the vehicle hesitated while accelerating and the exhaust fumes had a strong aroma. the contact stated that the vehicle has a decreased in gas mileage. the contact will bring the vehicle to a dealer for a diagnosis. the current mileage was 56,829, and failure mileage was 56,200.*ak

Reported in: KILLEEN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2001 acura tl customer states that he was not happy with the service received and the work was not done correctly**cc the consumer took his vehicle to have the recall performed regarding the transmission, however when he received his vehicle back, it was in worse shape than when he brought in. the seats were covered with footprints and dirt, the windshield had a layer of greasy smoke film on the inside, the wiring was dangling beneath the glove compartment and the brake light wouldn't turn off for several minutes. *jb

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl 3.2. he stated that while idled, he smelled smoke but did not realize it was coming from his vehicle. he noticed flames coming from the engine when he opened the hood. the flames ceased when he turned off the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the failure was with the power steering wheel. the failure and current mileages were 54,000.

Reported in: ORANGE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

the wiper motor failed during a heavy rainstorm on the interstate. there are other reports of similar failures reported on the acura tl owners site http://tl.acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?=160666&highlight=wiper+motor. *jb

Reported in: STAMFORD CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

i started my car, backed out of my driveway, started to go down the road and smelled a strong whiff of gasoline. so i backed up and pulled back in my driveway to find gas pouring down the front of my gas tank, all over the exhaust system. in a few seconds of having the car running i had a 5 foot pool of gas under the car. if my wife had taken the car, she wouldn't have noticed and kept going. this could have been really bad. the car is a 2004 acura tl with about 50,000 miles on it, but i have the extended warranty. the car is currently at the dealer and they just called me and said that they found a fuel line has split and they ordered the part. they have not yet figured out what may have caused the fuel line to split. my wife can not smell and also is a smoker, so luckily i happened to take the car when this happened.

Reported in: STOCKTON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura 3.2tl. while driving 60 mph, the vehicle lost power. the contact attempted to accelerate, but the vehicle failed to move. the dealer performed an oil change on the vehicle the day prior to the failure and they stated that everything looked fine. when a tow truck was called, the vehicle would shift into drive, but not into reverse. the vehicle would then only drive in reverse regardless of the gear. the dealer stated that the vehicle needed a new transmission. the current and failure mileages were 90,000. updated 01/07/08. *lj acura agreed to cover a portion of the consumers rental expenses. updated 12/12/07

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

SUSPENSION

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that every time he drives his vehicle at 50 mph, the vehicle vibrates and then stops. once the speed reaches 75 mph, the vibration becomes worse. he took the vehicle to the dealer twice, but they could not determine the cause of the failure. the current mileage was 46,000 and failure mileage was 500. updated 02-19-08 *bf

Reported in: WINDSOR LOCKS CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP

both mine and my friends power streeing pumps have gone bad right around the same time in our 2004 acura tl. right around the 60k mark.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

driving to work in the rain this morning and windshield wipers stopped working. i had zero visibility and was in the flow of traffic on a four lane road. i have seen several of these complaints on the internet and think that this type of safety failure should be addressed by the manufacturer.

Reported in: GERMANTOWN TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65534A

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. while changing the oil in the vehicle, the contact noticed that the seal on the power steering was damaged. it appeared as if the fluid was leaking. the dealer stated that although the failures were identical, the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 08v091000 (steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections). the manufacturer and dealer would not provide any assistance. the vehicle is currently being repaired. the failure and current mileages were 101,000.

Reported in: ROCKVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

on january 4, 2008, while turning left from a stoplight in clifton park, ny, the right front wheel of the my 2004 acura tl broke loose and was no longer controllable. i was able to navigate/coast the car to the side of the road. the tow truck driver took the car to northeast acura. at the time of the incident, the car had 61,634 miles on it. i didn't hear from northeast acura for over a week. the service advisor (stephen wittek) verified that the ball joint had snapped and it had caused damage to the driveshaft. at this point i asked him if it was normal to only replace one ball joint. he said, normally, you're right. but the left side ball joint didn't show any wear at all. in fact, the right ball joint did not show any sign of wear either. it just broke - it wasn't actually the joint that failed but the suspension arm that held the ball portion of the joint. there was no sign of damage. it just broke. we've never seen anything like this. note the quotation marks. i called northeast acura again on friday, january 18, 2008 at approximately 3:00 p.m. to confirm that the service department would be open on saturday so that i could pick up my car. i asked the person to ensure they put the broken parts from the repair in my trunk. she stated that they had already disposed of the broken parts. i find it highly doubtful that those parts were not retrievable one day after the repairs were completed. in my subsequent dealings with acura of north america customer service, the customer service rep (kevin mccarthy) stated that it was my responsibility to request that the part be retained for inspection of material failure. they obviously knew it was material failure (see the quoted passage above) and failed to retain the part or report it to acura of north america. had this failure occurred at highway speed (i had just exited off i-87 north in a 65 mph zone), the results of this failure would have been far graver than the nominal damage to my car.

Reported in: BALDWINSVILLE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

TIRES:TREAD/BELT

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact replaced four sets of bridgestone tires, size p23545r17 (na) due to inner tread wear. the dealer informed him of technical service bulletin number 05-050, dated january of 2006. the bulletin stated that the 2004 acura tl can only use bridgestone turanza el42 tires. the contact feels that acura should have informed their customers of the required tires for the vehicle at the time of purchase. when the contact replaced the tires, he requested that the manufacturer assist with the cost; however, they refused and insisted that the vehicle had after market tires. the dot number was unknown. the failure mileage was 12,800 and current mileage was 39,400. updated 4/21/08 *cn the consumer stated tires were replaced with falken ziex ze512 p235/45r17 on 09/05 and 01/07. the consumer further stated the last incident the tires were replaced by bridgestone turanza el42. updated 04/21/08

Reported in: MELBORNE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact smelled burning oil while driving at an unknown speed. he pulled over and noticed smoke coming out of the hood. whenever the contact turns the vehicle, smoke entered through the vents and out of the hood. he examined the vehicle and noticed that the power steering hose was leaking fluid. the contact has not taken the vehicle to the dealer. the current mileage was 110,000 and failure mileage was 109,000.

Reported in: AUGUSTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65504A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

as i was driving on interstate 8 west bound on cruise control about 65mph. i get a smell of oil burning, as i look at my dash i see the rpm at 4k. so i turn off my cruise control as i step on the gas, nothing happens. so i continue to roll and pull over. when i open my hood alot of oil on my engine.

Reported in: READING PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. while driving approximately 20 to 45 mph, the power steering pump made a loud whining noise as if there was no fluid. the dealer stated that the power steering fluid was leaking out. the power steering pump and power steering fluid were replaced; however, the failure continued. the dealer stated that an error was made when during the previous repair and they made the correction on march 17, 2008. the contact received a safety recall notice for nhtsa campaign id number 08v091000 (steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections) on may 16, 2008. on may 19, 2008, he called acura for reimbursement and was informed that he would not be reimbursed because the failure that was repaired was not the same as what was stated in the recall. the current mileage was 118,000 and failure mileage was 113,000.

Reported in: COATESVILLE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65544A

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID

Reported in: COATESVILLE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65544A

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

i was driving on the highway doing about 65mph and my vehicle just went into a complete stop and it will not exceed 50mph immediately my check engine light came on and when i brought it to the dealer they reported that the throttle was loose and that there is nothing else wrong and that is when they informed me that the engine that my vehicle has is not the vehicles original which i was not very happy about because i should have been told this before i bought the vehicle. not to mention the fact that i could have got into a serious accident when this incident occurred.

Reported in: SOUTHINGTON CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

2004 acura tl with two recalls. consumer states that he would like full reimbursement of the repairs he paid for on his vehicle, which were then recalled. *kb the consumer stated due to the power steering fluid leak, the engine stopped working. *jb

Reported in: YORKTOWN HEIGHTS NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Reported in: YORKTOWN HEIGHTS NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. while driving at an unknown speed, the contact was pulled over by the police and informed that the passenger side headlight was not working. the contact did not notice any differences in the headlights prior to the failure. the driver side headlight has recently been diagnosed by the dealer for the same issue. the passenger side headlight has not been diagnosed. the current mileage was 110,000 and failure mileage was 50,000.

Reported in: SURRY VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

2004 acura tl windshield wiper motor recall notice. consumer paid for the recall repairs and wants to be reimburse for the recall. *nj the consumer stated the windshield wipers stopped working. *jb

Reported in: SEVERNA PARK MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65504A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that the recall notice was not received until seven months after the failure recurred. she was concerned of the length of time that it took to receive the notification in regards to the safety issue. the failure mileage and recall number were unavailable.

Reported in: DOBBS FERRY NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

SUSPENSION

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the vehicle has goodyear eagle tires. the contact stated that there was a tsb number 05-076 that was issued by acura. the tsb pertains to tire wear when the vehicle is loaded. the contact purchased brand new tires in december of 2007. he took a road trip with 5,000 miles on the tires. the trip was 5,600 miles. while driving 75 mph, he noticed that the tires were bald a couple of days ago. he called the acura dealer and informed them of the failure. the dealer stated that they would repair the tires with the towing issue and the tsb, but would not replace the tires. the tires are both on the rear of the vehicle. the tire size was unknown. the failure mileage was 29,000. updated 09/10/08 *bf the consumer didn't believe the problem was with the tires. he believed it had to do with the poor design of the vehicle. the consumer stated there was extra weight in the rear of the vehicle, in his case was about 300lbs comprised of suitcases and his daughter in the back seat (the suitcases were in the trunk). when he arrived home, he noticed the tread on the tires had worn down to nothing. updated 09/10/08

Reported in: MANASSAS VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: MANASSAS VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

TIRES

Reported in: MANASSAS VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

sudden transmission failure, without any warning or previous noise. similar symptoms of a previous recall, but honda insists it does not affect my vin.

Reported in: LONG BEACH CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

TIRES

forty eight days after purchasing a new set of pirelli p6 four season tires p235/45r17 for our 2004 acura, my husband and i were crossing the chesapeake bay bridge, going approximately 35 miles an hour. about 3/4's of the way across the bridge, we heard a loud bang and the car instantly became more difficult to control. my husband was driving, and as there is no place to stop on the bridge, slowed down to a crawl and continued about a mile until he could safely pull over. there was nothing but the remains of sidewall on the rim. the police officer and the tow truck driver said they'd not seen anything like it but that we were correct in not stopping on the bridge. upon research, we found that this complaint of a sudden blow-out has come up several times with this particular tire. i am glad that it did not happen at a higher speed or in a situation where the outcome could have been worse. as it was, we were just delayed on our trip by a few hours. fortunately, the store where we purchased the tires a few weeks before (at almost $900.00) replaced all four tires with yokohama, the brand that is original to our car. the car is dealer maintained and i am careful to check airpressure when i fill up the tank. at any rate, the sudden deflation was extraordinary, and as no other vehicles seemed to be having the problem, i doubt that there was something in the road that caused it. the tires only had 2,000 miles on them, and they had a 60,000 mile warranty. this was not a unique experience and i would hope that a recall is forthcoming before someone gets hurt or worse.

Reported in: ELLICOTT CITY MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION

i purchased vehicle august 2, 2008. i have been having problems with the vehicle since the purchase. the vehicle hums and shakes while driving and a vibration can be felt.

Reported in: DORCHESTER MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

WHEELS:RIM

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura 3.2tl. the consumer hit a pothole on the front passenger side . the rim broke into pieces and the tire was damaged. the rim needed to be replaced. updated 11-24-08 *bf updated 11/25/08. *jb

Reported in: SUN VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission shudder at 35-50 m.p.h while transmission is shifting through gears.

Reported in: GARDINER NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2004 acura tl-transmission failure- well this has not happened to my car as of yet but i can feel the slipping of the transmission and im positive it will go out at anytime, and from what it states in your list acura has an acknowledgement that this is happening on 2004-2005 tl's transmission. as it states in the review it could cause a crash if it locks up which could be fatal or non-fatal. i would like to know why this isn't a recall since so many have been affected by this issue and if its possible to get them to because its involving my safety as well as others if it occurred while driving. thanks, william osborne

Reported in: WEST VALLEY UT || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2004 acura 3.2tl- transmission slipped while i was driving the car on the highway.

Reported in: NEWARK CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION:FRONT

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. while driving 60 mph, the front passenger side ball joints snapped in half. the contact moved the vehicle over near the guard rails. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they repaired the front bumper and replaced the passenger side ball joints. the failure mileage was 79,000. updated 06/24/09. *lj updated 06/26/09.*jb

Reported in: ROANOKE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. while driving approximately 55 mph on normal road conditions, the brake pedal extended to the floor when it was depressed. several attempts were made before the vehicle finally came to a complete stop. the stopping distance was increased. the failure occurred spontaneously. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection and the contact was informed that the master cylinder was the cause of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vehicle is in the process of being taken to an authorized dealer for repair. the vin was unable to be entered into the system. the failure and current mileages were 73,000.

Reported in: DUNN NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

my 2004 acura tl had a recall on power steering fluid leak in spring of 2008 and in december of 2008 i had to get my car repaired for that reason and the acura dealer never reimbursed me for that expense eventhough it was a recall.

Reported in: SAN ANTONIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

engine emissions warning light came on. brought in for service immediately. defective fuel pressure regulator and leaking head gaskets diagnosed,requiring almost $3000 in repairs.

Reported in: MONTOURSVILLE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

engine emissions warning light came on. brought in for service immediately. defective fuel pressure regulator and leaking head gaskets diagnosed,requiring almost $3000 in repairs.

Reported in: MONTOURSVILLE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i was satisfied with this car until recently. presently having a problem with front end vibration. changed and balanced tires, plus alignment. problem still continues. returned car to dealer for recheck and was informed that the vibration is my transmission going bad. approx. 66000 miles on the car. if this is the case something needs to be done.

Reported in: MIAMI GARDENS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

while driving home from a doctors visit, my 2004 acura 3.2tl would not shift into 2nd gear, the engine would rev up but the car would not move, rpm's would just jump up and down like it was stuck in neutral. i shut the car off, turned it back on and it worked fine for another two miles before acting up again. i took the car to harper acura of knoxville and they suggested i get a power flush of the transmission and that would most likely solve the problem, so i agreed. later that day i picked up the car, (richard, service manager) said they flushed the system, added some type of gel additive to lock in whatever was lose inside the transmission and that the more i drove it the better it will be. well i took it home, drove it around and it kept acting up, i didn't think anything of it and kept driving per richards suggestion. car still slips out of second gear going up hills or at traffic light. i'm having to shut the car off in the middle of traffic and then re-start and drive off, but i'm afraid if i keep driving like this, transmission will completely fail. according to nhtsa there is a recall on the power transmission for this year and model car however according to acura, it doesn't apply to my vin number even though the car was manufactured in 2004. acura corporate office wont explain why my transmission is not recalled,however others are and their from the same year, model and manufacturing plant. now i have to figure out how take my two year old daughter to school every morning and risk her safety as well as mine in a car with faulty transmission that acura doesn't want to take any responsibility for. my car only has 83,000 miles on it.

Reported in: KNOXVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

VISIBILITY

1. recall campaign id# 08v092000 - 2004-2005 acura tl (windshield wiper motor); manufacturer report date: february 25, 2008 2. as per acura, a wiper motor kit was installed june 27, 2008 on my 2004 acura tl. 3. on september 11, 2009 my windshield wipers became inoperable. i contacted the dealership and acura client services immediately. i made an appointment to take my vehicle to the acura dealership and was told that i would have to pay for the repair since the "recall" was complete. although, the wiper motor kit was installed (june 27, 2008) as a preventive measure by the dealership, the wiper motor kit did not prevent my windshield wiper motor from the corrosion as mentioned in the defect notice, owner notification letter (part 577), recall acknowledgement and recall summary. the dealership ruled the repair on september 12, 2009 due to "wiper motor electrical fault".

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

STRUCTURE

there is no incident to my knowledge but i would like to prevent an incident from happening before it does. 2004-2005 acura tl dash will crack where the passenger airbag is to deploy. these cracks could affect the deployment of the airbag in a crash and cause permanent damage to the passenger of the car. i would not know the exact number of affected people but there is a group on facebook with over 30 cases reported, not to mention the amount of cases not reported yet.

Reported in: SAN JUAN PR || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

STRUCTURE

several acuras tl 2004 have huge cracks on top of the airbags, our members have raised the issue of the possibility of a cracked dashboard being a safety hazard. although we don�t know of any cases yet, it is reasonable to believe that cracks that develop where the passenger air bag is supposed to deploy have the potential to affect the deployment of this safety equipment in case of an accident and, therefore, should be considered a safety hazard. we just cannot wait for someone to be permanently injured because of this defective part to act upon this, it is our responsibility to prevent this from happening. . link: http://www.facebook.com/topic.php?ui...d=106173928650 we also have a group on facebook called acura tl defective dash.

Reported in: CAROLINA PR || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: CAROLINA PR || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

my 2004 acura has a dashboard that has cracked around the airbag. i have used a sun cover and parked in shaded spots, never leaving the dash in the sun. i am concerned about the cracking because it is involving the airbag and i am worried the airbag will not properly deploy in the event of a crash. or that the airbag may deploy unneccesarily and dangerously while i am driving.

Reported in: ESTERO FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

dashboard is cracking significantly around passenger side air bag and also in front of drivers seat.

Reported in: ROCKVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

AIR BAGS

1. spontaneous cracks in the dash around the passenger air bag unit. 2. air bag warning light on 3. spontaneous crack in dash near steering column.

Reported in: GAINESVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

STRUCTURE

1. spontaneous cracks in the dash around the passenger air bag unit. 2. air bag warning light on 3. spontaneous crack in dash near steering column.

Reported in: GAINESVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2004 acura tl at has soft and spongy brakes. braking seems useless under hard-braking conditions. it all started when i had to hit the brakes to avoid hitting road debris, abs went into action and the car stopped in a dime, however, a few days after the event, i noticed the brakes getting spongy and soft. i went to get my brake pads and rotor changed along with a brake fluid change. it worked fine for a week but then it went back to soft and spongy. i had a situation where i had to brake hard for a beautiful l.a commuter who cut me off and there was almost to pressure whatsoever on the brakes, no abs, no tire screeching, it just glided to a stop. i knew something was wrong. i took it to the dealer and they found out it was the vsa modulator, which was injecting air into the brake lines ever so often. apparently it happened when the abs kicked in, they said it would have faulted the vsa system. the part was replace under warranty, but that's because i purchased an extended one from acura. i afraid there are other tls with the same issues having to pay close to 2000 dollars for parts that are so critical and yet defective.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

i currently owned a 2004 acura tl and the dash is cracking all around, now i am concerned for my safety in case of a crash how will it affect the airbags, acura ltd. will do nothing to remedy the situation due to the dash is (normal wear and tear) meanwhile it is a brand new car.

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

a few months ago my 2004 acura tl dash started cracking around my airbag on my dash. i feel that this is a dangerous safety hazard and is a defect of acura. i have noticed that there are many other 2004 acura tl's that have the same problem and i am wondering what is going to be done to resolve the problem.

Reported in: MCCOMB MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

wiring harness under molding below driver's side door inside passenger compartment developed a short, causing passenger compartment to fill with smoke. molding melted and situation was averted prior to a fire developing.

Reported in: MERIDEN CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. while driving in rainy weather conditions the window wipers became inoperative without warning. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. the failure was contributed to an electrical circuit shortage in the window wiper system motor. the vehicle was previously repaired according to recall campaign id number 08v092000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor). however, the remedy repair did not remedy the failure. the failure and current mileages were 95,098.

Reported in: HOUSTION PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

two weeks ago, i notice a crack on the dashboard about 1 inch long. today the crack is about 5 inches long (1/5/2010). i have extended warranty for the vehicle, but the they would not cover it because they said it is a wear and tear part. it is truly a defect, the vehicle only has 66,000 miles and nothing happened to the vehicle that would cause the dash board to crack.

Reported in: NEWPORT NEWS VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl which was purchased in may 2007. while traveling at speeds of 30 mph in under normal conditions, she could hear metal hitting the concrete. she noticed the front passenger's side tire was slanted outward. her insurance company found the front tire rod failed and caused the tire to bend outward. there were no recalls for the failure. the failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileages were 70,768.

Reported in: LANSING IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2004 acura tl both xenon headlights stop working. this car low and high beam are on this system (one bulb for both low and high beam). no lights for driving at night and bad weather.

Reported in: STOCKBRIDGE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

2004 tl cracking in dash getting worse everyday, happened starting 2009 with a small crack. now cracks are all over dash. possible airbag failure from the looks of the cracks. needs to be recalled. very unsafe.

Reported in: HONOLULU HI || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

STRUCTURE

dash started to crack around the airbag housing. took the car to the dealership they stated it was due to the sun and it was not covered under warranty. i expressed my concerns that it would effect the deployment of the airbag, acura service stated it would not effect the airbag. the dash is now cracked on both sides of the airbag housing and continues all the way back towards the windshield. *jb

Reported in: FT MYERS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65624A

STRUCTURE

recently my 2004 acura tl dash started cracking spontaneously over the driver side instrument panel. i have read of other complaints of cracks over the passenger air bag as well, documented at http://tl.acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=730775. i feel that this is a dangerous safety hazard and is a defect of acura 2004 tl. acura has refused to cover repair because vehicle is out of warranty and because previous owner lived in fl.

Reported in: LOUISVILLE KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

STRUCTURE

i recently purchased a certified acura tl after two months of having the vehicle the dashboard has cracked in two places on the driver�s side. i explained this to the dealership and they said it is not covered under warranty. i do not feel it is safe to drive in this condition due to the air bag. acura should recall the dashboard, as there are numerous complaints that they have been ignoring.

Reported in: IRMO SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl with huge cracks in dash around airbags. car has been garage kept and totally babied. dash needs to be replaced. not sure the airbags will work properly if needed.

Reported in: ST. PETERSBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl dashboard is severely cracked in several places.

Reported in: CLEARWATER FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

AIR BAGS

on the dashboard there is a crack at the place where the air bag is suppose to deploy. the crack was not cause by impact nor by the sum.

Reported in: KISSIMMEE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

the dashboard in my 2004 acura tl is cracked from the windshield down to the glove compartment on the right hand side. it appears to go right over the passenger side air bag.

Reported in: POOLER GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

STRUCTURE

cracked dashboard on 2004 acura tl.

Reported in: SMYRNA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

the brakes on my 2004 acura tl have continued to be spongy and air gets into the system. i have spent over $1000 trying to fix the brakes and they keep getting spongy within a day of being bled. my mechanic did a seach and found the following tsb. http://www.in.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/sb/b07-041.pdf this is a safety issue! honda is recalling odyssey vehicles for the same issue. it is a known issue in 2004 through 2006 acura tl's and no action is being taken. i called acura and they said that they have no current plans for a recall.

Reported in: PUTNAM CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2004 acura tl engine cut off. consumer also states that there was a throttle actuator malfunction. seems that the consumer is requesting reimbursement for repairs. *kb a diagnostic test revealed the throttle body was filled with carbon which caused the engine to stall and the vehicle would not respond to acceleration.

Reported in: PRINCETON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

STRUCTURE:BODY

i bought a used 2004 acura tl. the dashboard crack is outlining the passenger side airbag. i'm trusting that this will not be a safety issue for any passenger if i ever get in an accident. i do not often drive other people, which frees me from worrying about repercussions. when i called acura's headquarters, the representative stated that he did not know that this was a widespread issue in this model and year. i've seen the group on facebook as well. the cracks are located consistently in the same area.

Reported in: BETHESDA MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

STRUCTURE

multiple cracks in 2004 acura tl dashboard above the passenger air bag - seems like a possible safety issue for the deployment of the air bag in an accident as well as extremely upsetting seeing as how the car is only 6 years old. car is garage kept.

Reported in: SMYRNA TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

instructions in the acura oem service manual for my 2004 tl has an error that could result in the front disc brake pads being installed incorrectly on cars with the manual transmission option. this could cause the brakes to work incorrectly. advice i have been given by acura customer service in torrance, ca and my local acura dealer about the correct installation direction are in direct opposition.

Reported in: TABERNACLE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65544A

STEERING

i had replaced the steering hose for my 2004 acura tl more than 3 times because it is damaged and the power steering fluid was leaking which seem very unusual compare to other car that i know.

Reported in: CHINO HILLS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

2004 acura tl, passenger side area of dashboard starting to crack above where airbag is located. could this cause problem with airbag deployment when dash has numerous cracks. have found other tl's in the 2004-2006 range with similar problems on forums and facebook links as well.

Reported in: CASSELBERRY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl cracked dashboard in several places including airbag cover.

Reported in: BONITA SPRINGS FM || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

STRUCTURE

cracked dash in many places.

Reported in: SAINT PETERSBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl dashboard has 2 large cracks that appeared in the last 7 days. one is about 14" long and runs from the area of the glove box/air bag all the way towards the windshield.

Reported in: BOYNTON BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

this involves my 2004 acura tl, which i have owned since october 2007. in the two and a half years since the purchase, significant cracks have appeared on the dashboard of this car. there are several cracks on the dash in front of the driving panel. there are also two major cracks on the passenger side, each one running from the windshield all the way to the glove box. what makes this worrisome is that each crack runs along the passenger side airbag, which is weakening the integrity of that airbag. i am concerned that these cracks could cause the passenger airbag to deploy unexpectedly, injuring any passenger in that seat and possibly even causing an accident. it could also cause the airbag to deploy improperly during an accident, and either fail to prevent injury or make the passenger's injuries worse. this defect is occurring in the 2004 and 2005 models, but acura is treating it as a cosmetic issue rather than a safety one, and refusing to cover the expense of replacing the dash, which costs almost $2000 including labor and parts. other 2004/2005 tl owners who had the dash replaced were told that the new dash was made with different materials and would not have the same problem. this is a de facto admission that these dashboards were made with inadequate materials. this is indeed a safety issue, as it involves the airbag. these cracks are significantly compromising the safety of this car, and acura needs to issue a safety recall rather than treat it like a cosmetic issue.

Reported in: PENSCOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: PENSCOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

VISIBILITY

on case pe07060 with acura wipers. the fix acura provided simply does not work. my wipers stopped working for no apparent reason during a storm (common in south florida). i almost got into a huge accident because i could not see. thankfully i was able to pull over. the fuse is ok. when i took the vehicle to acura they told me that they were aware of the ongoing issue but since the re-call was done that i had to pay for them to "look at it" and really fix the issue instead of the patch that was done.

Reported in: MIRAMAR FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

2004 acura tl: airbag cover on dash has cracked open on both sides of airbag. afraid airbag will deploy randomly. the crack started small but has grown to almost the size of the dash car is garaged and dash covered in sunlight. acura does not seem to want to acknowledge the defect.

Reported in: PORT SAINT LUCIE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

STRUCTURE

dash on passenger side of 2004 acura tl cracked exactly as depicted on many sites afecting owners of such make & model. this is a failure consistent with its mfg year and should be repaired under warranty.

Reported in: VEGA BAJA PR || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

STRUCTURE

outline of passenger airbag has appeared as a crack in the dash on my 04 acura tl. it has 63000 miles and was bought as certified.

Reported in: NEDERLAND TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

outline of passenger airbag has appeared as a crack in the dash on my 04 acura tl. it has 63000 miles and was bought as certified.

Reported in: NEDERLAND TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that the dashboard that surrounds the air bag was cracked and has become progressively worse over time. the air bag light illuminated immediately after the dashboard displayed a small crack. the dealer stated that the vehicle should be fine, but the contact was concerned since the crack was on the passenger side air bag. the failure mileage was 86000 and the current mileage was 88000.

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl with a cracked dashboard.

Reported in: LAKE WORTH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

this complaint is in regards to 2004 acura tl dash boards cracking in the area of the passenger airbag. my car with 94k mile dash cracked yesterday perfectly along the passenger dash. while researching this online i see that several people have complained and have pictures of the exact same issue which can possibly be hazardous if the airbag deploys.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl with cracked dashboard around passenger airbag. outline of the airbag was visible since the car had approximately 50000 miles. now the cracks are very visible and getting worse. safety concern because of passenger airbag. called acura corporate, they offered a 25% discount to replace the dashboard which i believe is an admission that it is a defect. i could not afford to pay $1500 to have it replaced and feel that acura should replace the dash. many people have a similar problem. acura has not issued a recall. i am hoping that nhtsa can influence acura to do the right thing and protect the consumer. my car now has 100,000 miles and the cracks are very noticeable. i am concerned for safety of passengers because of the airbag. in addition, the car is supposed to be a luxury car and this defects detracts from the appearance and dramatically impacts the resale value. please do what you can to force acura to step up and fix the known defect.

Reported in: CHESTER VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: CHESTER VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl dashboard cracked in three (3) different areas above the passenger side airbag. i have done some research and found that acura has identified this as a defective part, but is not willing to replace it without the owner paying for a good portion ($800 to a $1000). yes, this is a defective part and it has occurred on countless 2004 acura tl's, my number one concern is that this a safety hazard. i'm concerned with the passenger side airbag deployment now that the dashboard is defective. i no longer let anyone ride in the front seat of my perfectly good vehicle because i'm concerned for there safety. i think a little operational risk management needs to be applied to this situation and acura should be required to fix this defective part via recall. i should not in anyway be required to pay ($800 to $1000) so i can feel safe to let someone ride in the passenger seat again. another concern is if and when replaced are these dashboards exactly the same? very respectfully.

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura 3.2tl. while driving in reverse with pressure applied to the brake pedal he heard a grinding noise. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where he was informed that there was a hard spot on the front passenger side brake pedal which would wear down over time and the grinding noise would no longer persist. over time the grinding noise became progressively worse. the vehicle was taken back to the same authorized dealer where he was informed that the front passenger side brake pad had worn through and destroyed the rotor. all of the brake pads and rotors were replaced by an authorized dealer. a few years later, the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that all of the rotors were warped and undersized according to regulation. an independent mechanic replaced the rotors. the failure mileage was 38,500 and the current mileage was 95,000.

Reported in: DENVER CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65584A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

dashboard cracked where passenger airbag is located. on the internet, seeing a high frequency of complaints. concerns are the airbag may not work correctly now.

Reported in: LIZELLA GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

dashboard cracked where passenger airbag is located. on the internet, seeing a high frequency of complaints. concerns are the airbag may not work correctly now.

Reported in: LIZELLA GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl has developed 2 large cracks over the air bags in the dash board of my car. i am concerned not only about the appearance but my safety in the event of an accident. will it deploy properly or will it go off on its own while i am driving down the road?

Reported in: FRANKLIN TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

a few months ago i noticed a small crack on the dash of my 2004 acura. that small crack has progressed to a large one and joined by two others. the cracks are on the passenger side directly over the airbag. this makes me concerned that the airbag may not operate properly if needed. it also makes me wonder if the crack was not caused due to a defect from the airbag. the vehicle is garage kept and is shaded when exposed to the weather. there is no other reason for the crack other than a defect in the product (airbag or dash). i would hate to get in an accident only to find out that the protection i paid for did not work.

Reported in: APOPKA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl - dash has a 2' crash on the passenger side running top to bottom and into srs airbag area. crack started at 90, 000 miles. dealership acknowledged problem but since car is out of warranty wants $580.00 to fix. this crack may seriously affect airbag deployment on passenger side.

Reported in: MACON GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

at six years and 60k miles, the automatic transmission on my 2004 tl had to be rebuilt at a cost of $3,200. the car was out of warranty and acura would not extend the warranty. i am very disappointed. i expected greater longevity from this transmission.

Reported in: CANONSBURG PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

STRUCTURE

i noticed a large crack on the passenger side dashboard running along the left side of the airbag compartment, we haven't had any accidents or anything that would cause this, i had the car inspected by the dealership where we purchased the car (new) in 2004 and i was told it was considered a cosmetic problem and that it would not interfere with airbag deployment...also to replace the dashboard would cost $1200! i personally feel that acura should be forced to issue a recall and replace the dashboard before someone dies because the passenger-side airbag either deploys wrong or not at all!

Reported in: MONAHANS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

i have an acura tl 04 with a cracked dashboard where the passenger side airbag is located. a crack appeared on the driver side back in february, but now its cracking where the airbag is located.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STRUCTURE

crack on dashboard above passenger's side front airbags. runs entire width from windshield to glove compartment. dealers does not want to repair crack since the car is out of warranty.

Reported in: PALM HARBOR FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65594A

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

04 acura tl car caught on fire because of recall i was un aware of what do i do? me and my 4 year old son were in the car while i was driving it happened.

Reported in: SPRINGFIELD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

STRUCTURE

i have a 2004 acura tl that the plastic dash is cracking around the passenger airbag. apparently this is a very common defect due to the many owners of 2004 and 2005 tl owners with the same problem i've found on the internet. i, and my mechanic feel this could effect the deployment of the passenger side airbag, and is a potential safety concern.

Reported in: COOPER CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

STRUCTURE

hello, i have a 2004 acura tl with 109,800 miles on it. within the past three weeks, three large cracks developed on the dashboard. one is directly over the steering wheel and the other two are on the passenger side over the airbag. my concern is that the cracks will continue to spread and deploy the airbags causing a safety hazard. i purchased the car in june 2008 with 60k+ miles. at the time of purchase there were no cracks on the dashboard. i've always taken various steps to protect it from the texas sun. it's always parked in the garage, always used a sunshade up when parked outside, and always vented the sunroof and windows when it is hot outside. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: SAN ANTONIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

STRUCTURE

i own a 2004 acura tl. car is now approximately 6 years young, and has developed two unsightly cracks in the factory vinyl dash pad; one small (near the center speaker), and one large! the large crack has developed, it appears, directly on the seam where the front passenger airbag may deploy (i assume because the vinyl material is much thinner here than elsewhere on the dash), and i am afraid this may be a safety issue in allowing the airbag to deploy properly upon frontal impact. this is unacceptable for a six-year-old vehicle, much less a luxury vehilcle such as this acura. from what i read online, there are many other owners experiencing similar or identical issues with their tl dash, and i believe it should be covered by a recall from acura. i trust this car to the ends of the earth, but am extremely disappointed with the workmanship and quality of this, my seventh (7th), honda/acura vehicle. i might understand a cracked dashboard if the car were 20 years old or more, but not from a vehicle only six years young!

Reported in: EDMOND OK || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

acura tl 2004 - there is a crack on the dashboard above the passenger's airbag which runs from the windshield all the way down to the glove compartment. reported it to the dealer and service center and didn't want to replace it since there was no formal recall issued by acura and the car is out of warranty. i have safety concerns related to the proper operation of the airbag due to this situation.

Reported in: VEGA ALTA PR || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

STRUCTURE

the dashboard is cracking at the passenger side, right where the air bag is located. i am concerned it would cause the air bag to not deploy correctly.

Reported in: OLIVE BRANCH MS || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

two parallel cracks in my passenger dashboard along the sides of the airbag. started with one crack and then 6 months later another crack appeared. concerned about the safety and deployment function of the airbag if an accident were to occur.

Reported in: BEDFORD TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

STRUCTURE

dashboard cracked around area of airbag.

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl - dashboard cracked in several places and still spreading. car has less than 47k miles. noticed first crack earlier in 2010 near the center speaker on the dash. it spread all the way to the front windshield then across and over the gauges. just noticed another crack 2 days ago, but this time its on the dash right above the passenger side airbag. researched the issue and found that hundreds of others have the same problem in the exact same places. thought about having the cracks sealed at an upholstery place and then covering the dash with a cover because its so unsightly, but called the local acura dealer and they said it wasn't a good idea because it might affect how the airbag deploys in a crash. so far their solution is to bring it in and speak to a factory rep. they may be able to replace it at a percentage of the cost, but it will still be expensive. it is an obvious and known defect, but when i called acura corporate customer care and told them about the cracks they said they had never heard of this problem before. something isn't right here...

Reported in: HONOLULU HI || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STRUCTURE

cracks in dashboard above passenger side airbag began appearing just outside the warranty period. cracking is severe and could impare/cut the airbag on deployment.

Reported in: THE WOODLANDS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65574A

STRUCTURE:BODY

i am writing about my 2004 acura tl and having a cracked dash and might have a safety issue concerning the deployment of the airbag.

Reported in: KILLEEN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STRUCTURE

acura tl 2004 cracked dashboard over air bag and multiple other spots. i am very concerned this could cause issues with the airbag. i was informed by a dash board repair man that he could not fixes the cracks over the air bag. he state it would not be safe for him or if the air bag deployed. acura should have to replace the dash board on the 04 acura tl's. i have done research and there are a whole lot of people who have had this issue. there is even a facebook site where people who have had this problem have signed up. i call acura about this defect and they told me it was not there problem or fault. i could pay to get if fixed for over $2,000.00. they also stated that there is no proof that it could cause the air bag to deploy.

Reported in: CENTREVILLE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl dash began cracking over passenger side airbag at 100k miles, now at 140k dash is cracked in multiple places - serious safety risk and faulty equipment.

Reported in: HOLT FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

2004 acura tl sedan dashboard cracks and splits around passenger airbag. srs warning light becomes illuminated afterwards. concern over proper airbag deployment.

Reported in: DAVIE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl sedan dashboard cracks and splits around passenger airbag. srs warning light becomes illuminated afterwards. concern over proper airbag deployment.

Reported in: DAVIE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl has cracked dashboard. crack first appeared after dealer serviced vehicle for speaker sound distortion. crack spread from center dash speaker to above instrument panel behind steering wheel.

Reported in: GLENEDEN BEACH OR || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

STRUCTURE

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that the passenger side air bag panel, on the dashboard, was split open where the air bags were visible. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated the vehicle was manufactured in that manner and it was not under recall. in addition, the dealer could not confirm that if the vehicle was involved in a crash that the air bags would deploy. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised that they would pay a percentage of the repair costs. the failure mileage was 64,000.

Reported in: TALLAHASSEE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl sedan dashboard cracks and splits around passenger airbag. srs warning light becomes illuminated afterwards. concern over proper airbag deployment. updated ivoq 11/09/10

Reported in: PEARL MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

STRUCTURE

cracked dashboard on an acura tl 2004 i feel it may crack along the airbag causing it to deploy.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

cracked dashboard on an acura tl 2004 i feel it may crack along the airbag causing it to deploy.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

acura tl (2004) dashboard cracking in multiple places, but particularly around passenger airbag. possible interference with airbag deployment, dangerous dash fragments during deployment and driver distraction due to cracks.

Reported in: GAINESVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: GAINESVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl car was maintained and garage kept, dashboard cracks began forming close to the passenger side airbag and progressing closer to it. it requires work and parts totaling 1800$ to replace. as it is unrepairable.

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that he noticed that the instrument panel developed cracks around the passenger side air bag area. the contact was concerned that the air bag would not deploy in the event of a crash. in addition, he was also concerned that if the air bag were to deploy independently, shards of the dashboard would potentially injure him or a passenger. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnosis or repairs. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 102,000 and the current mileage was 122,000.

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

cracks on my r side of dash to r side of air bag noticed at about 100,000 miles and cracks have split all the way down.

Reported in: NAVARRE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

cracks on my r side of dash to r side of air bag noticed at about 100,000 miles and cracks have split all the way down.

Reported in: NAVARRE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

acura tl 2004 dash cracks over airbag area. all cars from that year with the same problem and the dealer didnt resolve.

Reported in: VEGA BAJA PR || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

acura tl 2004 dash cracks over airbag area. all cars from that year with the same problem and the dealer didnt resolve.

Reported in: VEGA BAJA PR || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

dashboard crack around the passenger airbag in my 2004 acura tl. no accidents yet but worried about possible injury or air bag deployment due to this condition. i understand this is a common problem with the 3rd generation acura tl series.

Reported in: ARLINGTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: ARLINGTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

my 2004 acura tl has developed a large crack around the passenger side front air bag in the dash. this was at one time a completely sealed unit. the concern is that if there were to be a deployment, that either the deployment will not happen, incorrect deployment because of the seal being defective, or the cracked portion of the dash flying off and injuring or killing a person if deployed.

Reported in: MELBOURNE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

cracks in the dash of my 05 acura tl that developed where the passenger air bag is supposed to deploy and may have the potential to affect the deployment of this safety equipment in case of an accident and, therefore, should be considered a safety hazard.

Reported in: HUMBLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: HUMBLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

cracks in the dashboard area by the airbags.

Reported in: RAYMOND MS || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

cracks in the dashboard area by the airbags.

Reported in: RAYMOND MS || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY

crack in dashboard--although reasonable care was used to protect dash from such damage...sun visor was used and car is garage kept 1. the events leading up to the failure, are normal operation of the vehicle. 2. the failure is a cracked dashboard 3. what was done to correct the failure--i would like acura to repair the problem.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl sedan dashboard cracks and splits around passenger airbag. srs warning light becomes illuminated afterward. concern over proper airbag deployment...sun visor was used and car is garage kept 1. the events leading up to the failure, are normal operation of the vehicle. 2. the failure is a cracked dashboard 3. what was done to correct the failure--i would like acura to repair the problem.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

2004 acura tl. the interior dash suddenly formed cracks forward of the steering wheel and over the passenger airbag system. my concern is that the cracked dash will impact passenger airbag deployment in case of an accident. i purchased an extended warranty for the car through acura when i purchased the car in 2004 which is still in force. the local acura dealership claimed the dash replacement was not covered.

Reported in: OREFIELD PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65584A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: OREFIELD PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65584A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

i have an 2004 acura tl with cracked dash on multiple location including one next to the airbag which could be could be a safety hazard. there is even a face book group "acura tl defective dash" with hundreds of acura tl owners experiencing the same problem, but acura/honda is not willing to do anything about it.

Reported in: LAND O LAKES FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

2004 acura tl - 56,000 miles. completely cracked dashboard around the passenger side airbag. i am worried about my passenger's safety as the cracks look as if they could interfere with the airbag deployment.

Reported in: WINTER SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA655X4A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: WINTER SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA655X4A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

my 2004 acura tl passenger side dash has cracked near the airbag causing the airbag light to turn on.*ln

Reported in: WESTON FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

letter to the administrator from re problems with his 2004 acura tl *tgw the consumer stated his vehicle recently started sputtering during acceleration at low speeds. the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and was later informed the transmission needed to be replaced. the consumer later discovered a recall had been issued for the 2nd gear. the consumer inquired about having the work performed under the recall. however, the dealer stated the recall had already been performed previously. the consumer stated when he purchased the vehicle, it had 30,394 miles on it and if the recall was performed prior to him purchasing the vehicle, it wasn't done properly. *jb

Reported in: ALBANY GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

STRUCTURE

i love my tl but i am totally disappointed with the dash on my 2004 acura tl. i have had cars that had similar dashes and they never cracked! this dash has already cracked in 3 places. one crack runs from the windshield to almost the top of the glove compartment. this one makes me uneasy every time i drive the car because it runs alongside the passenger airbag. the other cracks are smaller but nevertheless they are there. i don't think this is acceptable for a car i paid so much for. acura needs to step up and recall these cheap dashboards.

Reported in: SAN ANTONIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

STRUCTURE

dashboard on my 2004 acura tl is cracking around the airbags, feel very unsafe about it being deployed. acura has mentioned on the phone it is not their problem. however after reading various other owners complain about the same issue this is not a one thing, this is a defected automobile and i will not have my children or my wife or anyone that rides with me in that car sit in the front seat.

Reported in: SAN ANTONIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY

my 2004 acura tl was parked during an ice storm in raleigh, nc, last week. when i returned to my car and started it on wednesday, january 12, 2011, the windshield wipers would not come on. i checked the fuses and did not find a problem there. i brought my car to the dealer for oil change, brake pads, and to check the wipers this morning. i looked on this website and found out there had been a recall in 2008 of the windshield wiper motor. when i called the dealer, they informed me that the recall service had already been performed on my vehicle in 2008. it seems to me that something else is wrong if the motor has failed again. this is costing me about $380 and am wondering if there is anything i can do to recoup the money for this repair. is it not likely that this problem is related to the previous problem for which the car was recalled? there was no problem with the windshield wipers prior to my trip, and the car sat in the same spot from saturday night until wednesday morning.

Reported in: ADVANCE NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

EQUIPMENT

Reported in: ADVANCE NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

a 14 inch crack in dash which runs along the passenger side air bag.

Reported in: BOSSIER CITY LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

STEERING

2004 acura tl power steering fluid leak. dealer stated not related to recall regarding power steering hose problem which was apparently repaired under recall already. acura dealer repaired power steering pump and charged over $600 for repair. felt like there was no power in steering, loud noise grinding when starting engine and for period while driving at beginning of driving each time.

Reported in: CHERRY HILL NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

sudden loss of power to the wheels while driving. when i pressed on the accelerator the engine rpms would increase but the car would not move forward or speed up. this first happened while driving down a residential street. had i been making a left turn with on-coming traffic it could have been dangerous. this appeared to be caused by a slipping transmission. it occurred unexpectedly when the transmission and engine were warm (after driving several miles). i later found that after the car had cooled, the transmission would behave normally until it got warm again. first they said my transmission fluid needed to be changed. they did that and said the car was running normally again. i left the dealership and had the same loss of power within a few miles. i let the car cool down and then returned to the dealer. they then diagnosed it as transmission failure. i had the transmission replaced with a factory rebuilt transmission at the dealership at my expense. my warranty had expired 3,000 miles earlier.

Reported in: ARLINGTON VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

i have 7 cracks in the dash of my 2004 acura tl. it started with 2 long cracks, one over the instrument panel and one in the passenger air bag cover. over the past 13 months 5 more cracks have appeared in the dash between the first 2 original cracks. these cracks are unsightly and may be a safety hazard since the passenger air bag cover is involved.

Reported in: SKIATOOK OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

STRUCTURE

acura tl 2004 cracked defective dash.

Reported in: BASKING RIDGE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

STRUCTURE

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that there were two cracks on the dashboard by the passenger side air bag. there was not a light illuminated on the instrument panel but he was concerned the air bags would not deploy properly if involved in a crash. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for repair. the approximate failure mileage was 48,000.

Reported in: COPPER CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard started to crack about a year ago and has continued to do so. vehicle is maintained on a regular basis. dashboard is continually treated with protective lotions, stored in a garage and parked in shade. there are now 5 cracks in the dash and i have found multiple owners that have experienced the same issue. this is a luxury car that has been well taken care of. i would consider this to be a recall issue.

Reported in: SAINT PAUL MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65514A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

passenger side dashboard cracking around the airbag.

Reported in: SANTA ANA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

STRUCTURE

i drive a 2004 acura tl and around september of 2010, my dashboard started cracking around the area where the passenger airbag is located. since then, the crack has spread and the dash has started cracking in two other places. i was in no accident around this time and always parked in the shade or in a garage.

Reported in: RALEIGH NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl defective dash - it was noticed dashboard cracks especially one developed where the passenger air bag is supposed to deploy. it is requested to consider this as a safety hazard, because it can affect the deployment of this safety equipment in case of an accident. vehicle is parked most of the time inside a garage, so it cannot be explained why the cracks occurred.

Reported in: CIDRA PR || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

STRUCTURE

i currently own a 2004 acura tl and the dash board has cracked on drivers side, the cracks are shaped like a t an are approximately 6 inches in length. acure should replace this defective dash board.

Reported in: KANSAS CITY MO || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

04 acura tl 73000 miles has cracks around the passenger airbag. cracks have since spread over the entire dash. the srs light stays on all the time since the cracks started.

Reported in: CLEBURNE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA655X4A

TIRES

on returning from mpls. to milw. i stopped at a rest stop half way. when continuing the trip i noticed a thumping sound at about 50 mph. i stopped at the nextrest stop and noticed the sidewall of the left front tire was starting to open, exposing the inner wall. i replaced the tire. two weeks later it happened again on the right front tire when driving on i94 in milwaukee.

Reported in: WAUWATOSA WI || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura 3.2tl. the contact stated that the dashboard became cracked where the air bag was positioned. the contact stated that the air bag could deploy at anytime without crashing. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the dashboard would need replacing. the manufacturer offered to cover seventy-five percent of the repair cost but the contact declined. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 110,000.

Reported in: CLEAR WATER FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

driving highway speed, and the transmission failed. engine was revving, but there was no response at the wheels. the car is now with a transmission specialist where i have been to,d it will require a complete rebuild of the failed transmission system.

Reported in: CAMP HILL PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

2004 acura tl crack on dashboard. began to form along the border of the passenger airbag. airbag outline is clearly visible on dashboard now. poorly constructed dash. airbag proper deployment risk.

Reported in: STAFFORD TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

multiple cracks are on the passenger side, and a deep gash appears on the cowling over the instrument cluster. it's a high-end car, and you pay big money for it, and you shouldn't have big cracks in your dashboard, don't know, you know with a crack like that, if the airbag were to deploy if it would cause any sort of malfunction.

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

my 2004 acura tl has a crack in the dash board around the passenger side airbag. this is not an isolated incident as i have recently learned that other 2004 and 2005 acura owners are having the same issue. i am worried because the crack is spreading and does not seem at all safe. i attempted to contact acura corporate and honda and was told i would have to pay to correct an obviously defective part.

Reported in: DOUGLASVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

Reported in: DOUGLASVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

2004 acura tl dash has been cracking to pieces from the left and right side.

Reported in: WILMINGTON NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl dash has been cracking to pieces from the left and right side.

Reported in: WILMINGTON NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

my acura tl 04 dash started cracking and spread quickly like a disease. the cracks are all over my dash, right left - to top - over the speakers, passenger airbag, etc. for this expensive of a car this is ridiculous! i cannot believe there is not a recall and for cracks all around the airbag, i would think that would be a safety hazard! acura should be doing something about this!

Reported in: WILMINGTON NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

my dash is cracking at a accelerated rate. first at the passenger airbag, now over driver side. my concern is if the dash is dry enough to split along the airbag seams, then what would prevent shards of dash flying off if the airbag deploys? the should get some serious safety considerations.

Reported in: LAKELAND FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: LAKELAND FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE

tl*the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that there was a crack above the passenger side air bag and he could see the air bag imprint. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the contact called the manufacturer who stated that he would have to repair the vehicle at his own expense. the current mileage was approximately 103,000. the failure mileage was approximately 90,000. updated 06/24/11 *bf updated 2/03/2012 *ln

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura 3.2tl. while the contact was driving approximately 50 mph, the airbag warning indicator illuminated until the engine was turned off. the failure occurred whenever the engine was in operation. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. the technician informed that the dashboard exhibited a hairline crack near the front passenger airbag housing which caused the airbag sensor to activate. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the defect. the failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

STRUCTURE

my acura tl has a long crack on the passenger side. all the way from the windshield down the right side of the rectangular air bag indent. later in the afternoon it got longer. almost all the way down to the glove compartment. this will defiantly affect airbag passenger deployment if deploy. i called my local dealer and told them about it. they said that this is not an acura problem. apparently it is, knowing more than 1000 people with this problem. check www.acurazine.com (cracked dashboard) and you'll find it, also there is a on facebook. this is my first acura. really surprised at the quality of these parts. for a luxury car at $32k it's almost not worth it. already had the water pump recalled and some other parts recalled. not only that, my airbag light is starting to light up intermittently. at 90,000 miles seems like it's falling apart. my '97 camry had 200,000 miles and still ran like a champ until i traded it in for this thing.

Reported in: POMPANO BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: POMPANO BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

STRUCTURE

2004 dash board is cracking on the passenger side located above the air bag.

Reported in: AUSTELL GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE

cracked dashboard along the area of safety airbag.

Reported in: DULUTH GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

cracked dashboard along the area of safety airbag.

Reported in: DULUTH GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

i'm concerned about my 2004 acura tl passenger side airbag not being able to deployed in an accident.

Reported in: 31404 GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl dashboard has horrible cracks on the passenger side around the airbags. there are smaller cracks around the speedometer panel near the windshield. the large passenger side cracks could cause the airbag to not properly deploy. this is not an isolated issue. over three hundred acura tl owners have joined a facebook group regarding this issue but the number of effected owners is probably in the thousands. http://www.facebook.com/acuratldefectivedash. acura is not stepping up and we need help. http://www.wsbtv.com/news/27832796/detail.html.

Reported in: SAN ANTONIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65634A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: SAN ANTONIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65634A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

after approx. 104,000 miles my dashboard started to crack around the passenger side airbag. the crack is currently following the outlines of the airbag and as such is shaped like a backward "c", creating an outline around the airbag. it also appears that perhaps the airbag itself has dropped away from the dash as i can see what seems to be a modest depression in the dash revealing the area of the airbag.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

STRUCTURE:BODY

dash board cracked

Reported in: MONTGOMERY AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dash board cracked

Reported in: MONTGOMERY AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

the dashboard has cracked around the airbag area potentially compromising airbag deployment.

Reported in: METAIRIE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

STRUCTURE

the dashboard has cracked around the airbag area potentially compromising airbag deployment.

Reported in: METAIRIE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

STRUCTURE

several dashboard cracks along the passenger airbag and all over the dash. concerned as it is causing the airbag sensor warning light to be engaged. this can be a potential hazard as the airbag my fail in a collision or engage and release at any moment.

Reported in: STONE MOUNTAIN GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: STONE MOUNTAIN GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

AIR BAGS

dashboard cracking severely around airbag sites. worried that this could be a dangerous safety hazard to my passengers and or myself

Reported in: DOUGLASS KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66314A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dashboard cracking severely around airbag sites. worried that this could be a dangerous safety hazard to my passengers and or myself

Reported in: DOUGLASS KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66314A

STRUCTURE

my 2004 acura tl has a crack on the dashboard that outlines the airbag. the crack appears to get longer and diverges in other directions over time.i am worried that if the air bag was to deploy, pieces of the dash will come flying to the car's inhabitants and may also potentially alter the trajectory and velocity of the airbag. acura is unwilling to admit that this is a safety concern and refuses to replace my dash. i have been researching online and have found several complaints matching my exact issues. here is a link to a news report. http://www.wsbtv.com/news/27832796/detail.html.

Reported in: RALEIGH NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: RALEIGH NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

the vsa (stability control) system on my 2004 acura tl malfunctioned. the system would cause the right front brake to activate by itself, causing the car to severely swerve to the right. after a half-second or so, the vsa would disengage and the fault indicator would light up on the dashboard. the acura dealer was unable to diagnose the problem because vsa fault codes are not stored in the vehicle's memory after the car is restarted and the system automatically resets. this resulted in having to continue to drive the car until the fault re-occurred. i was able to take the car directly to dealer and they are trying to fix this problem. the problem was traced to a yaw rate sensor in the vsa system. acura should make this information available to dealers. this poses a serious safety problem at highway speeds and there is nothing a driver can do to predict or prevent when this problem will occur.

Reported in: PAOLI PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

STRUCTURE

2004 acura tl severely cracked dashboard on the passenger side. i have 2 vertical cracks on the passenger side of my 2004 acura tl. the cracks were not gradual they both happened suddenly overnight. i have not had any accidents or collisions that may have caused this defect and am realizing that the problem is quite common amongst 04 acura tl owners. from pictures on online forums the cracks appear to be identical in all cases.

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

my 2004 acura tl has a crack in the dashboard on the passenger side. i have owned the vehicle since 2007 and take very good care of it. i couldn't believe how many other acura owners have this same problem. how could it be "coincidental"...sounds like a defect that acura is ignoring. am concerned about the safety of the airbag. *kb

Reported in: CAROLINA BEACH NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: CAROLINA BEACH NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

STRUCTURE

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that the dashboard exhibited a crack, causing the air bag warning light to illuminate. the dealer inspected and diagnosed that the dashboard was cracked as a result of hotter temperatures and caused the air bag sensor to malfunction. the manufacturer was notified of the failure but did assist the contact with repairs. the failure mileage was 92,000 and the current mileage was 104,000.

Reported in: METAIRIE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

STRUCTURE

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that the dashboard was fractured in the area where the air bag was located. the dealer advised the contact to replace the dashboard. the manufacturer had not been notified nor was the vehicle repaired. the failure mileage was unknown.

Reported in: LONE STAR TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

STRUCTURE

the dashboard on my 2004 acura tl has recently started to crack, starting small and growing in several places. checked acurazine website to find over 44,000 like complaints. most start above the passenger airbag starting from the windshield to the top of the glove compartment.

Reported in: CAROLINA BEACH NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: CAROLINA BEACH NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

AIR BAGS

i have noticed a large crack in my passenger-side front dash board. there is an outline of a rectangle over the airbag and there is one crack that has actually opened the dash board. i am scared this crack is going to cause the airbag to deploy at anytime or maybe cause it not to deploy when needed. i am also scared that parts of the dashboard will fly off if the airbag is deployed, due to this crack.

Reported in: NOLENSVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

cracked dashboard near passenger side airbag on a 2004 acura tl. *tt

Reported in: HATTIESBURG MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

STRUCTURE

my 2004 acura tl has developed significant cracks in the dashboard, particularly around the area of the passenger side airbag. these appeared about a year ago and overnight became about 14 inches across in the side area of the dash. i am concerned airbags will deploy or may further cause harm in the event of an accident because of debris from the cracked areas. also the airbag lights goes on intermittently which do not let know if it will work property. i have read in different forums that this is a generalized problem with 2004-2005 tl and acura has not acknowledged to consider this a safety issue for a recall.

Reported in: GUAYNABO PR || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

Reported in: GUAYNABO PR || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

major crack has developed on passenger side of dash board along the passenger air bag and air bag safety light is coming on and off sporadically on dash board. this is a huge safety concern for me. i have found that this is common problem on acura tl's, and is not being addressed as a recall or safety concern by acura/honda. the cost of repair is huge, and for a car costing as much as this one cost, it is completely unacceptable for such pre-mature failure.

Reported in: DADE CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

AIR BAGS

Reported in: DADE CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact noticed that the dashboard was fractured and there was a larger fracture on the passenger side where the air bag was located. the contact was concerned that the failure could affect the deployment of the air bags in the event of a crash. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the current mileage was 83,000 and the approximate failure mileage was 73,000.

Reported in: LOS ANGELOS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dash pad cracking around passenger side air bag. *tt

Reported in: RICHMOND TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

AIR BAGS

dash pad cracking around passenger side air bag. *tt

Reported in: RICHMOND TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

i recently noticed a small crack on my dash that within two days time spread to be approximately the width of my dash. the scary thing is the first crack appears to be the outline of my passenger seat airbag. i'm scared if it continues to get worse, the airbag my deploy unexpected if i have to slam on brakes for any reason. now i have cracks all of the front of my driver side dash as well. they appear to continually get worse. i use a sun shade and have been applying a lot of interior car care conditioner but none of it has delayed the cracks at all. i am really scared this may cause an issue with my air bag. *kb

Reported in: FORT LAWN SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: FORT LAWN SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

STRUCTURE

my 2004 acura tl had developed a major crack on passenger side of dashboard along the passenger air bag. i have found that this is a common problem on acura tl's, and is not being addressed as a recall or safety concern by acura/honda. the cost of repair is huge and i don't think customer should pay for the material defect by the manufacturer. the crack is right along the passenger air bag and this is a safety concern for me. *kb

Reported in: DUBLIN OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

Reported in: DUBLIN OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

the dashboard has started to crack on the passenger side of the air bag and is getting worse. i believe is a safety issue. the air bags didn't fail yet but concerned with the crack. i believe acura should pay to replace. *kb

Reported in: MIDDLEBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

Reported in: MIDDLEBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

vehicle sputtering/judders during acceleration at low speeds (around 25-35mph). this problem started sometime after (may be in 2009) i bought a pre-owned vehicle in 2007. when i first complained it to a dealer in 2009, they said it might be due to cold weather. but now i moved to a place which is warmer all year around, but still the problem persists. recently took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the transmission might need a replacement.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

AIR BAGS

12-15" cracks have developed over the entire dashboard causing the air bag malfunction light on the dash to illuminate--thereby indicating a problem with the air bag. this is clearly due to the problematic cracks over the entire surface of the dashboard, including both the driver side and passenger side. going over a pot hole or severe bump could cause the air bag to inflate and possibly cause an accident or injury to the front passenger. the 2004 acura dashboard obviously is defective and should be replaced by acura and further, investigated for potential accidental discharge of the passenger air bag.

Reported in: POTOMAC MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

Reported in: POTOMAC MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

dashboard cracks on right side area of air bag.

Reported in: TITUSVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

AIR BAGS

i purchased my 2004 acura tl in october of 2008. recently, i've noticed the dashboard cracking. after bringing it to the attention of the dealership, they told me it was not covered under my warranty. as i search for information online, it seems to be a common problem with other 2004 models. i have asked if the air bags are safe and the person at the dealership gave me a chuckle and said "...of course". *kb

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

AIR BAGS

i have a acura tl 2004 which the dash board has crack in top of the air bags, the deal said that the warranty does not cover that, and i have several friend that have a acura that have that same issue, so i well like to know if the deal is responsible for this . which i have an extended warranty. thank'

Reported in: SAN JUAN PR || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE:BODY

i recently discovered a huge gash on my 04 acura tl's dashboard. i am worried that this crack will cause an airbag failure or even result in deploying prematurely. it is located all the way from the steering wheel to the windshield with an additional crack towards the middle. as the crack has expanded within the past week, i have found that just above the center console, the airbag has been pushed to the side, causing the airbag to bubble up in the center. i called acura and was told that they give discounts on the product because it should never happen and because it wasn't my fault, just a faulty product that has been discovered in several other states. i talked to the district manager of gunn acura in sa,tx about the issue and was told that since i haven't used acura's service department as much as they like (pretty much saying that i haven't given them enough money), they would give me only a 15% discount when i was told to expect around 75%. my car is out of warranty but i don't see how that would matter if it was bound to happen anyway. i don't understand why this defect isn't a recall. the district manager told me that if anything, the airbag would come out faster if needed since there is already a crack to open it up. but that might not be a good thing, especially when it is pushed out of the way and how the airbag doesn't come out of the dashboard. when i spoke to the district manager, the first thing i was told was that the offer is staying the same, no matter what. he checked his notes and decided a price before even consulting me or asking questions. he was set on a rate before he even spoke with me. the price hasn't changed and i am expected to pay for a $2000 dashboard with a 15% discount. my main concern is that the airbag will deploy any day now for no reason. it is getting to the point where i am actually scared to drive my car because of this issue.

Reported in: CASTROVILLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

AIR BAGS

Reported in: CASTROVILLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

STRUCTURE:BODY

several large cracks have appeared across the dashboard. it appears to be a huge complaint among acura owners. the largest crack runs over the passenger airbag raising the question of airbag integrity and function. such a widespread problem should be considered a manufacturer's defect and therefore be recalled and repaired by acura.

Reported in: DENHAM SPRINGS LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that the dashboard failed and split in half near the passenger side air bag housing. the dealer was contacted and advised the contact that the dashboard failure was caused by wear and tear and was not considered a safety defect. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage was 94,000.

Reported in: JONESBORO GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

there is a defect in the magna donnelly rear view mirrors in most acura cars. i had a 2001 cl and the rear view mirror exploded and melted the console. thank god i was not in the car at the time. now i have just bought a 2004 acura tl and the mirror had already exploded and made melt marks on the console. these mirrors are defective and dangerous. how come acura can still put them in their cars? how come magna donnelly is still making them and noone has sued them? we need a class action suit for this asap!

Reported in: DALLAS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65514A

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact noticed that there was a long crack on the dashboard where the passenger side air bag was located. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 97,000.

Reported in: SMYRNA GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

on honda accords/acura tl's 2004-2008 the navigation systems are failure and causing reboots nearly every 30 seconds. at night driving, this causes the navigation screen light to brightly flash every 30 seconds and the system will not function and allow you to turn the screen off or minimize brightness. on a recent trip from atlanta, georgia to baltimore, maryland at night i had to place an obstacle on the screen to avoid the flashing. i contacted acura and they are aware that this is happening and that the fix is to purchase a new system at $3,500 or sent the system to alpine (the maker of the navigation system) and have them attempt to repair it for $158.00 fee. after reviewing numerous forum sites on honda/acura i have found this to be a very common event. i feel that this is very dangerous while driving at night. my son attempted to drive this vehicle on 12/24/2011 during the day and brought the car back home because of the flashing and annoyance while driving. this was coming from a 22 year old. i've asked my children to not drive the vehicle at night so to avoid any issues. has there been any reports? acura told me that they report to this agency monthly and that my report/call to them today would be submitted this month.

Reported in: HAVRE DE GRACE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Reported in: HAVRE DE GRACE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

STRUCTURE

i have a 2004 acura tl dash that has very large cracks over the passenger airbag and is cracked in 3 more places over the drivers steering column. this seems to be a very common problem that many 2004 acura owners are facing. acura customer relations says to see the dealer for a resolution and from what i'm reading online it seems that the dealer wants no part in fixing or warranting this part. i will investigate this issue and report back to acura to see if they will cover this 2000 dollar part that should be recalled on that model year. acura should do something about this. accepting responsibility for this known issue would be a good place to start.

Reported in: CIBOLO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65554A

AIR BAGS

Reported in: CIBOLO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65554A

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

about 18 months ago the headlights on my 2004 tl began flickering on and off while i was driving. i took the car to acura but they couldn't find the problem and they told me it would cost $1000 to do an "appropriate diagnostic test". the problem with the headlamps stopped after a few months, but then other lights began going out (interior center console where the ac and radio are, and the interior console to the left of the steering wheel, and the interior door console) and flickering (exterior side panel lights when i alarm or dis-alarm the car). i took the car to acura again in nov 2011, and they told me the problem was was fixed after they replaced my battery, but they mistakenly only looked at the driver's dashboard lights where the speedometer/odometer are located (and where there is no problem) and the techs didn't understand what i was talking about. this lighting problem is getting unsafe, as i can no longer see the buttons for the ac/defrost, etc. at night and i have to fumble around to press the correct buttons. i know i am not the only one with this issue. the battery was so drained that i had to replace it, i believe because of this issue. *kb

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65514A

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65514A

AIR BAGS

rear ended a vehicle going 50mph, driver airbag did not deploy. passenger airbag deployed

Reported in: CATHEDRAL CITY CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dashboard starts to crack in the area around the passenger side air bag. you can see the shape of the air bag underneath the dashboard once the cracks start. the cracks continue to appear all over the dashboard out of no where. this vehicle has had no chemicals on the dashboard to clean it. the vehicle has been kept in a garage for a time away from direct sunlight. it has even happened on my 2005 acura tl that i also own. so this seems to be a problem with the 2004 and 2005 acura tl's. *tt

Reported in: RICHMOND HILL GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that a large fracture, the size of an airbag, was present on the dashboard on the passenger�s side. in addition, there was a long fracture up the middle of the dashboard on the driver�s side. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they informed the contact that the dashboard and airbag may possibly need to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was notified and they offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 99,500.

Reported in: OTTO NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

STRUCTURE

the car has developed huge cracks around the passenger side airbag. i am concerned that the cracks might cause my passenger side airbag not to work properly. the driver's side leather seat also begin to come apart. *kb

Reported in: HOOVER AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

AIR BAGS

Reported in: HOOVER AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

SEATS

Reported in: HOOVER AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

2004 acura tl. consumer writes in regards to ball joint failure *tgw the consumer stated he backed out of his driveway, stopped in the street and turned the steering wheel counterclockwise to drive up the street, when suddenly he heard a very loud metallic snap and the front end of the vehicle dropped to the ground. the passenger side front lower control arm ball joint had severed. the unsupported wheel then pulled the axle out of the transmission. the vehicle had to be towed to the dealer. *jb

Reported in: ASHLAND MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

STRUCTURE

my dashboard has a huge crack coming down on the passengerside airbag. i also have 2 new cracks on top of the speedometer running up towards the windshield. the cracks seem to be getting bigger as time passes by.

Reported in: OXNARD CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

Reported in: OXNARD CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

i recently noticed two large cracks that appeared in the dashboard on the passenger side above what i believe to be the airbag compartment. one day they were just there and were not the result of an accident. i have not taken the vehicle to the dealer, as there is more than enough written about this problem to know what the answer will be. this appears to be caused by inferior materials and poor engineering used in a high end vehicle. it's embarrassing for acura to say the least. i have a 1989 toyota supra and the dash is in perfect condition, so i don't want to hear "normal wear and tear", that's bull. acura needs to step up to the plate and be accountable. as others have stated, there could also be links to air bag failure or pre-mature deployment, which would be a much more serious issue. we pay a significant price from our hard earned dollars for these upscale vehicles. we should not have to pay for acura's choice to use cheap material and poor designs. now is the time for the consumer protection industry to step in and take action since the individual is left to the mercy of the manufacturer.

Reported in: BATH PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

STRUCTURE:BODY

there are cracks appearing in the dash. one long one is next to the passenger side air bag and there are several others on the driver's side as well. they have severely decreased the appeal of the car and hence the value. i had a toyota corolla for 245,000 miles and there wasn't a single crack in the dash and no special care was given to the dash. acura should be embarrassed. i have seen pictures of other defective dashes from the internet and the cracks appear in the same places. this is obviously a design flaw or a material quality issue.

Reported in: WARREN AR || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that the dashboard cracked due to defective material. the dashboard had an extensive fracture at the air bag area. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the defect. the dealer advised the contact that the fractured dashboard would not affect the deployment of the air bag. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 130,000.

Reported in: JOHNSON CITY TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that the dashboard failed and split in half near the passenger side air bag housing. the dealer was contacted and advised the contact that the dashboard failure was caused by wear and tear and was not considered a safety defect. the vehicle was not repaired. this should raise the question of airbag integrity and function. such a widespread problem should be considered a manufacturer's defect and therefore be recalled and repaired by acura.

Reported in: HUMBLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that a crack was present on the passenger side portion of the dashboard. the contact also stated that the crack was getting worse with time. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was not notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 102,000 and the current mileage was 103,500.

Reported in: PORT CHARLOTTE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE

my acura tl 04 dash started cracking and spread quickly to rest of the area. the cracks are all over my dash, right left - to top - over the speakers, etc. there were no accident involved. car is part outdoor without cover.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA655X4A

SEATS

there is a water leak under the right rear passenger seat that has caused the bottom of the seat cushion to be covered in mold. the water leak is a known condition with the '04 tl that acura has documented in their april 2005 service news. acura has been aware of the issue for at least 7 years and has done nothing proactive to correct it even though it's a simple fix. i'm confident that the long term exposure to the mold has caused me the sinus and lung/asthma problems that have been plaguing me for the last few years and that began shortly after i purchased the car and never connected to the car even though i have undergone a variety of testing from different doctors. *js

Reported in: ROCKVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

STRUCTURE:BODY

Reported in: ROCKVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

AIR BAGS

my dashboard has multiple cracks resulting from no damage whatsoever. i have researched online and many other owners of acura tl models are seeing the same issue. i am concerned this will affect the airbag deployment system.

Reported in: MOUNT JULIET TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: MOUNT JULIET TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

STRUCTURE

the dashboard on my 2004 acura tl has cracked in multiple location. the cracks go vertically from the winsheild to the other edge of the dashboard..

Reported in: FORT WORTH TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STRUCTURE:BODY

the dashboard on the passenger side has cracked. there are two vertical cracks over the airbags. i asked the dealership about replacing it and i was told it's considered wear and tear. i was quoted a price of over $1700 dollars. after looking into it on the internet i was amazed at how many people had the exact complaint. i was told by a collision shop that this is very dangerous if airbag mistakenly deploys. many acura.owners have had the exact experience with the dealership unwilling to replace it. can someone look into this issue? it would be greatly appreciated.

Reported in: NEW ORLEANS LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

since all headlights have been redesigned to have plastic covers rather than glass, the amount of light available for lighting the road has diminished with time as the plastic ages. i have seen some vehicles where the headlight covers are totally opaque. if any vehicle has diminished luminous from its lights, it is a hazard to all other vehicles and pedestrians. recalls should be sent to all manufacturers. *js

Reported in: COLESVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

the dash has cracked in 15 lines throughout the whole dash. it started around the passenger airbag and continues to get worse. i contacted the dealer and acura directly. they continue to deny that there is a flaw in the craftsmanship. *js

Reported in: PLANTATION FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65594A

AIR BAGS

my dashboard is cracked all over the place. acura will not fix it.

Reported in: CYPRESS TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

my dashboard is cracked all over the place. acura will not fix it.

Reported in: CYPRESS TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the vehicle is a 2004 acura tl. it is mainly garaged kept and well maintained. it has developed a large crack in the dashboard running from the windshield towards the passenger seat. it appeared one day for no apparent reason. the car has not been in any accident. there is an extended warranty on the car but they won't cover this. in my opinion, this is due to inferior materials and/or design and should be repaired by the manufacturer. what happens if there is an accident and the air bag deploys...will the cracked dash prevent the air bag from deploying properly? or will there be pieces of the dashboard acting as little missiles posing a threat to the occupants? *tt

Reported in: KANEOHE HI || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

STRUCTURE:BODY

Reported in: KANEOHE HI || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

STRUCTURE

my wife drives the car on a regular basis. on 5/21/12 she advised a crack @ 2" had developed on the passenger side dash over the air bag. on 5/22/12 the crack had enlarged and is now @ 4" long. *tt

Reported in: WILLOW SPRING NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

my wife drives the car on a regular basis. on 5/21/12 she advised a crack @ 2" had developed on the passenger side dash over the air bag. on 5/22/12 the crack had enlarged and is now @ 4" long. *tt

Reported in: WILLOW SPRING NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

AIR BAGS

dash/airbag issues. 2004 acura tl 3.2 had a crack on the dashboard which the airbag is underneath, this is a safety concern if the airbags would be deployed correctly. more cracks appear several days later, the car is well pampered, but this is a defective material on honda/acura's part. need to be recalled!

Reported in: LONG BEACH CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

Reported in: LONG BEACH CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

dash separating around passenger side airbag.

Reported in: COLLIERVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

AIR BAGS

dash separating around passenger side airbag.

Reported in: COLLIERVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

large crack in the dash on passenger side above airbag. it gets bigger every day especially when i turn the ac on after the dash has been hot from parking in the sun. the car is garage kept and not in the heat very much.

Reported in: GREENSBORO NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

cracked along side of the airbag. two lines (on each side of the airbag) about 12" long. and there is also about 3 other cracks that randomly appeared! i won't buy another acura product if this isn't fixed and will tell everyone i know not to buy one! this was zero fault of my own and by the sound of it, it happens to a bunch of their dashes in this particular model!!

Reported in: CHAFFEE MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

STRUCTURE

the dash started to crack around the passenger airbag and has continued to get worse over the years. the entire dash is cracked at this point. this is a know acura issue that they refuse to address in mass but have assisted many owners in varying degrees.

Reported in: PLANTATION FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65594A

AIR BAGS

Reported in: PLANTATION FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65594A

AIR BAGS

first, i noticed the light indicating the front passenger airbag was off, even though my adult male friend was in the front passenger seat. later that day, i noticed a crack, approximately 2 inches long. two days later, the crack was approximately 6 inches long, and ran along the entire right edge of the passenger airbag compartment. since the first time i noticed the airbag light, it has been inconsistently responding to the same adult male passenger by activating/deactivating the airbag. *js

Reported in: AUSTIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

i noticed a large crack on my dashboard in front of the passenger seat and it appears to outline the airbag. there are two small cracks on the dash as well. my concern is whether or not these cracks make the deployment of my airbags defective in the event of a collision.

Reported in: JOPLIN MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

AIR BAGS

Reported in: JOPLIN MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

AIR BAGS

my 2004 acura tl started to have minor cracks on the dashboard last november and then it slowly spread all over the dashboard. i now have multiple long cracks on my dashboard. i have done some research online and there are many acura tl (2004 & 2005 model) owners who has encountered the same issue as well. i have other vehicles that are older than the acura tl and those vehicles dashboards are completely fine. i believe it is a defect in the material and acura should be responsible for replacing this part. i do not feel safe driving my care in this manner due to the fact that it might impact the air bags or may not deploy the air bags in case of emergency. so, please help all of us acura tl owners with this issue. thank you

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

the dash has developed a crack around the passenger side airbag. i am concerned that should an accident occur the airbag may not deploy correctly.

Reported in: APOPKA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65694A

AIR BAGS

the dash has developed a crack around the passenger side airbag. i am concerned that should an accident occur the airbag may not deploy correctly.

Reported in: APOPKA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65694A

STRUCTURE

i got in my car yesterday after work, to find a crack over 6 inches long on the passenger side dashboard, near where the airbag would be located. apparently this is a very common problem. most are reporting more cracks appearing and the cracks growing longer in size. i assume my dash will do the same as everyone else's and become worse. i believe it is temperature/heat related (expansion/contraction) but is no fault of my own. can you say recall!!!

Reported in: BURLINGTON KY || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

one day i got in the car and noticed a crack on the dashboard along the passenger side airbag. since then it is beginning to spread.

Reported in: GREENSBORO NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65654A

STRUCTURE

one day i got in the car and noticed a crack on the dashboard along the passenger side airbag. since then it is beginning to spread.

Reported in: GREENSBORO NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65654A

STRUCTURE

dashboard has developed deep, long cracks in a square surrounding the passenger side air bag. manufacturer should recall this extremely common safety problem immediately.

Reported in: PALM HARBOR FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

AIR BAGS

dashboard has developed deep, long cracks in a square surrounding the passenger side air bag. manufacturer should recall this extremely common safety problem immediately.

Reported in: PALM HARBOR FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

STRUCTURE

dash board passenger side air bags area and driver side 2 speaker cracked.

Reported in: DALLAS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that a large crack developed on the dash board. as a result, the air bag became exposed. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 98,000.

Reported in: DALLAS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

STRUCTURE

multiple cracks on dash began on passenger side. new cracks developed over speedometer. poor design of structural dash support is causing dash to fall apart. unknown if this will compromise airbag function. one owner car has been garaged at home and often parked under cover at work - this is not sun damage. acura will not pay for replacement.

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

STRUCTURE

dash board is cracking around airbag on right side and directly behind steering wheel.

Reported in: CLAREMONT CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

cracking in the dashboard on top of the passenger side air bag. also airbag maintenance light came on when the crack appeared. afraid that it is causing a safety defect.

Reported in: CARL JUNCTION MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

AIR BAGS

while driving we heard a loud pop that sounded like a very large rock hit the windshield. while inspecting the windshield we noticed that the noise had come from the dashboard splitting. the area covering the passenger side airbag has split and the entire dash, withing just a few days, has split from the initial 4 inch split to about 8 inches. i am concerned that this could affect airbag deployment as the decreased resistance could mean the airbag deployment speed is greater. (worth noting: we purchased this car new and it has been garage kept its entire life. also, when the car is in the sun i always use a sunshield.)

Reported in: COLFAX NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA6244AC

STRUCTURE:BODY

Reported in: COLFAX NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA6244AC

STRUCTURE

wife made me aware that a crack appreared on the dash atter taking down the sun shade to come home after work. it was about a four inch crack on top of the left edge of where the air bag deploys. i was somewhat concerned because f the location. i rode on the car again this afternoon and not only has the original crack doubled in size there is another one on the opposite side of the air bag deployment. both cracks are on the edge of the air bag "box" now i am very concerned and i get only line to see how to either repair or replace this dash. after searching i see that there are alot of complaints with this same issue. it seems acura has a problem with the material used to cover the dash. they need to step up and replace these dash boards.

Reported in: CHOUTEAU OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

AIR BAGS

Reported in: CHOUTEAU OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

AIR BAGS

the dashboard in my 2004 acura tl is cracked on the passenger side along the airbag. started out just a crack about 1/4" and two days later the crack is over 8 inches. also the dashboard on the driver's side cracked first from just in front of the steering column all the way to the windshield and is now a complete square from steering column to windshield and back to steering column. if this isn't a safety issue, i don't know what is! we own two other hondas, 2001 and 2000 civics,and neither of those cars have cracks and are in better shape than the acura tl.

Reported in: ROANOKE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

STRUCTURE:BODY

Reported in: ROANOKE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

AIR BAGS

small crack started at center of dashboard near the window. in 1 day it has wrapped almost completely around the drivers side of the dashboard and is nearly 2 feet long now. my 1989 honda accord had a better looking dash after 23 years. this is a major safety issue and needs fixed asap by acura.

Reported in: GREENSBORO NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

Reported in: GREENSBORO NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

the interior of the car is literally falling apart. dashboard has severe cracks throughout, cupholder cover broke, rearview mirror liquid caused vision problem, arm rest broke, and now the foot rest broke! i take care of my vehicle as attested to by the dealer. unfortunately, not one of these problems was a surprise to the service tech!!!!

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that the dashboard was cracking. the dealer was notified of the failure and stated that the failure was normal. the dealer offered to cover half of the repair expenses however, the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 115,000 and the current mileage was 148,000.

Reported in: HEPHZIBAH GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

STRUCTURE

there are some crack on the dash board due to bad material.

Reported in: NORTHRIDGE CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

my dashboard has a crack around the driver's side airbag. the car has never been hit or wrecked. this crack just appeared and the check airbag indicator is on. i've been reading on the internet that many many other owners of this car are having the same problem. i'm afraid the airbag will deploy without cause. please check into this and let me know if there is a cause for a recall on this car. thanks.

Reported in: BIRMINGHAM AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

AIR BAGS

Reported in: BIRMINGHAM AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE

got into my car and noticed my dashboard cracked in two places!! this is wrong!! acura should take accountability for this!!!

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

dashboard crack near airbag.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19uua66234a

AIR BAGS

the dash board has cracked in multiple places over the passenger air bag. if the air bag was to deploy in an accident it would shoot sharp edged pieces of plastic at the passengers resulting in injury or death. it is happening to every 2004-2008 acura tl. something needs to be done. some acura dealers are covering some of the cost but it should be a recall for consumers safety. my wife will not ride in the car and will not allow our children as well. so i have a $50,000 luxury sedan that is useless. please help us acura owners. thank you

Reported in: AMA LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

Reported in: AMA LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that dashboard crack under the passenger side air bag. the contact stated the passenger side air bag had become exposed. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the dashboard was not covered under warranty. the failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 125,000. . ..updated 12/03/12 *bf updated 12/06/2012 *js

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

SEATS

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

STRUCTURE:BODY

cracking dashboard.

Reported in: KANSAS CITY MO || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

cracking dashboard.

Reported in: KANSAS CITY MO || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

there was no accident or incident. i have complained about this to you over a year ago and nothing was ever resolved! our dash is cracking only where both air bags are on both the driver and passenger dash! this was not cased by anything but the manufacture. we really would like to see a recall on this. we have a 03 and 04 acura tl. the 03 has a recall on the air bags and it doesn't even show any signs of damage. the 04 needs a recall before our airbags come out on us driving down the road, then we will sue acura! i have pictures if you need them!

Reported in: OTTO NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

AIR BAGS

Reported in: OTTO NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

STRUCTURE:BODY

during the month of december 2012, i noticed that my dashboard on the above the passenger side airbag started to split. the car was not in any accident, and i am the only individual who operates the vehicle. as of this date, one split have turned into two large splits on the passenger side that measure at about a foot each. additionally, i have noticed a smaller split in the dashboard now above the driver side. i took my vehicle to an acura dealer on 11/10/2012 (acura of manhattan) for routine maintenance and to also inquire about what acura is doing to fix the issue and replace my dashboard at no cost to me due to the design defect in their product. i do not want to wait until the airbag deploys and does physical damage to my passenger or myself because acura was negligent in their duty to ensure that they manufactured a part that would not fail and cause injury to passengers of their vehicles. this dashboard needs to be recalled as soon as possible.

Reported in: BAYONNE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

AIR BAGS

i noticed a couple of cracks on my dash. since i noticed them there had become additional cracks. after doing research i discovered this is a very common problem for this make and model and the cracks occur in the same spots. the biggest concern if the crack over the passenger side airbag.

Reported in: BENTON AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: BENTON AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

POWER TRAIN

while on a hill to make a left turn a supermarket the transmission started to make a loud noise and the car started rolling backward with the shifter in drive in drive mode. at that movement the engine stalled and it was difficult for the car brakes to be applied and in reverse the car crashed into a hydraulic lift gate causing major damage and the insurance company declared a total loss. the police officer arrived to investigate and try to put the shifter into park and it was very difficult. the police officer declared that the car had a mechanical failure and it caused the accident. note, this transmission was installed by acura last year with about 15,000 miles driven and failed.

Reported in: NEW WINDSOR NY || Crash: Y || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

STRUCTURE

bought this car in the dark. next morning i discovered the entire dash on both sides is split. i don't have another 10k to spend on a vehicle but am terrified of driving in it with my children as the airbag seems to be where the spreading started. please help!!!!

Reported in: OLIVE BRANCH MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

AIR BAGS

the entire dash of my acura has cracked and the cracks are everywhere. over the air bags, near the air bags....everywhere!! what is going on!?

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

the entire dash of my acura has cracked and the cracks are everywhere. over the air bags, near the air bags....everywhere!! what is going on!?

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

my 2004 acura tl has a few large cracks on tha dash/instrument panel. i am the second owner that has been garage kept and very well maintained. i do not understand that a luxury car would have such a defect that may produce serious injuries on our children or spouses. acurazine.com, facebook, twitter and a georgia news reporter has hundreds of complaints and picturs of this deect and have been told that it is not a problem by dealships. please make a recall for this defective dash!!!!

Reported in: BARTLETT TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

AIR BAGS

Reported in: BARTLETT TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STRUCTURE

upon entering my car in the driveway to go to work on january 17th 2013, i noticed that the dashboard had a crack from the windshield to the glove compartment along the passenger side air bag. this crack was not there previously. the following day, i noticed several more cracks above the gauges and around the speakers on the driver's side. the car is meticulously maintained, weather protected (garaged), and driven very few miles. this condition must be a defect in the workmanship and quality of the cars' dashboard that acura should resolve. i have never seen another manufacturer's car have issues like this.

Reported in: NEW CITY NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE

overnight my dash board has significant cracks this car has been garage kept and apparently many 04 and 05 acura's have this issue looks terrible and dealer wants 1500 to replace i think a recall is in order from acura/honda i am so frustrated now ... almost want to get ride of this car because of this problem don't know where to turn for help.

Reported in: UNDERHILL VT || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

the vsa (stability control) system on my 2004 acura tl malfunctioned. the system would cause the right front brake to activate by itself, causing the car to severely swerve to the right. after a half-second or so, the vsa would disengage and the fault indicator would lite up on the dashboard. the acura dealer was unable to diagnose the problem because vsa fault codes are not stored in the vehicle's memory after the car is restarted and the system automatically resets. this resulted in having to continue to drive the car until the fault re-occurred. eventually, when it happened again, i was able to take the car directly to dealer and they were able to diagnose the car (because we left it running so as not to clear the code). the problem was traced to a yaw rate sensor in the vsa system. acura should make this information available to dealers. this poses a serious safety problem at highway speeds and there is nothing a driver can do to predict or prevent when this problem will occur.

Reported in: AUSTIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

my 2004 acura dashboard cracked in several places. it is a known 2004- 2005 tl issue but there is no recall.

Reported in: TOMABALL TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a mechanic for routine maintenance and he was informed that there was a transmission leak on both sides of the mount. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who inspected the failure and advised that the transmission needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 80,000. updated 04/30/13*lj the dealer discovered the leak was coming from both side of the differential and the axle was loose. updated 05/20/13

Reported in: SEATTLE WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

AIR BAGS

the dashboard is cracking severely on the passenger side of the vehicle. the cracks are expanding rapidly, and it looks like an outline of the airbag compartment. i'm afraid that the airbag will deploy accidentally, and/or that the pieces of the dashboard will injure someone riding on the passenger side of the front seat during an airbag deployment. my wife is scared to ride in the car now.

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STRUCTURE

my dashboard has developed a crack starting from the drivers side extending to the passenger's side without a cause. the vehicle has not been involved in a motor vehicle accident and is worrisome to me.

Reported in: LOWELL MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

got in my car one morning and noticed a huge crack on the dash of the passenger side where the airbag is. i feel this could be a safety issue and shows the lack of quality material used in cars. i don't feel that i should have to pay the expensive cost to repair this seeing as i've paid the expensive cost of the car. i understand normal wear and tear but this is ridiculous. there are cars that are way older than a 2004 that this doesn't happen to. since this happened to my car and i have researched it, apparently this is a problem with alot of 2004 acura tls.

Reported in: SPARTANBURG SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

AIR BAGS

dashboard has cracked directly over the passenger side airbag. car is stored in a garage daily and out of excessive heat/cold year round. steering wheel cover over the driver's side airbag also has cracked. both cracks show visible outline of the airbags. addressed the steering wheel crack with the fairfield, ca dealership where car was purchased and was told that i needed to have the airbag replaced at a cost of $1,500 dollars. the issue was part of the airbag housing. if that's the case, wouldn't this be a safety issue and not cosmetic? especially because both cracks are directly over the airbags?

Reported in: NAPA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: NAPA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

AIR BAGS

my dashboard has developed several cracks. i feel that is unsafe since it has a crack on the passenger side over the air bag. acura needs to do something about it . cause it's several acura tl with the same problem not just mine. i'm a very upset owner. a great engine but low quality interior since my seats have also torn.

Reported in: NORTH HILLS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: NORTH HILLS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

VISIBILITY/WIPER

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated while driving approximately 40 mph, the windshield wipers were activated and then failed to operate. the contact continued to drive with caution. the vehicle was previously repaired under a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v092000 (visibility). the failure recurred a few years later after the repair. the vehicle had not been repaired for most recent failure. the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

Reported in: GULFPORT MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shifted into gear abruptly. the vehicle would also hesitate between gears. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the transmission would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure became worse until the vehicle would not shift into any gear and became inoperable. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the contact was informed of a recall under nhtsa campaign number: 04v176000 (power train) but did not confirm if the vehicle was included in the recall. the failure and current mileage was 124,000.

Reported in: ASHBURNHAM MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE

cracks developed on dash board. small at first but have grown over the past 2 years. i thought it was just a cosmetic problem but have read recently that this could be a safety issue with the airbags not deploying. acura refuses to fix or remedy the problem even though i have provided appropriate care and maintenance over the years.

Reported in: HAMPSTEAD NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

Reported in: HAMPSTEAD NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the biggest problem with my acura is the battery. i have replaced at least 4 batteries since about 39,000 miles. i never knew why my battery was dying until about two months ago, an employee at acura told me that the hands free link is draining too much of the battery because of some faulty equipment. i asked for them to cover it for free and was denied because there is no recall with that equipment yet. they are aware that other acuras have had the same problem and yet they still won't cover my cost for new equipment or at least cover cost to get the hands free disconnected. this device is still draining my battery. the other problem with car is that the brakes in front were sticking so bad i had to ge the roaders grinded on two different occasions. now the back brakes are sticking too. please call when you reach a decision.

Reported in: MENIFEE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

SERVICE BRAKES

Reported in: MENIFEE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STRUCTURE

my dashboard has developed a foot long crack on the passenger side. i have talked to acura office and only could file the case for me. acura needs to do something about it . cause it's several acura tl with the same problem not just mine. i'm a very upset owner.

Reported in: BOILING SPRINGS SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

STRUCTURE

i have a long 5 inch crack on my dashboard that covers the airbag. it appeared out of no where and that is a well known issue that acura is aware of but doesn't recall. it will get worse and im afraid it will affect the ability of the airbag deploying properly. *jb

Reported in: RICHMOND VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

Reported in: RICHMOND VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that dashboard was fractured under the passenger's side air bag area, exposing part of the air bag. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure and current mileage was unknown. ...updated 12/03/13 *bf updated 12/06/2013 *js

Reported in: NEWPORT VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that dashboard was fractured under the passenger's side air bag area, exposing part of the air bag. the vehicle was not inspected or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the issue. the approximate failure mileage was 57,000....updated 11-12-13 *bf

Reported in: WHITESTONE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that the dashboard was cracked over the air bag area. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 120,000.

Reported in: CORONNA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66254A

AIR BAGS

dashboard is cracking on its own, not due to normal wear and tear. cracks are over the passenger side airbag and other parts of dashboard.

Reported in: OVIEDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

STRUCTURE

dashboard is cracking on its own, not due to normal wear and tear. cracks are over the passenger side airbag and other parts of dashboard.

Reported in: OVIEDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66244A

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that the dashboard was cracked on the passenger side of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and an independent mechanic for inspection and they stated that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the failure mileage was 90,000.

Reported in: BILLERICA MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

AIR BAGS

in the month of august of 2011, my 2004 acura tl started a minor 2 inch long crack on the passenger's side near the frontal airbag deployment area. the following day the crack expanded to over 6 inches. during the next few months the crack multiplied into several cracks along the entire dashboard. at the time of the dashboard cracking, the airbag warning light illuminated on the dashboard. my local mechanic ran diagnostics and nothing came back that was out-of-the-ordinary. i believe the dashboard is an ingredient in the airbag light because the airbags are internally located within the dashboard. acura has admitted their fault in the improper materials used in the 3rd generation acura tls (2004-2008), but decline to replace the dashboards out of good will.

Reported in: BRADENTON FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

i found a crack on the dash on the driver's side coming front to back approx 18 inches and then spreading sideways for over 2ft. i called acura and they say its not covered because its considered wear and tear and that it'd cost approx $2000 to fix. other people have complained and there's forums of people with the same model and year with the same defect at https://www.facebook.com/acuratldefectivedash and https://www.facebook.com/groups/acuratldashgroup/

Reported in: MINOT ND || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65624A

STRUCTURE

the dashboard of my car started cracking around november of 2011, it is now completely covered in large cracks, including one right over the center of the passenger side air bag. my main concern is the fact that the dash is obviously not structurally sound, therefore in the event that the passenger airbag deploys pieces of dash will become sharp projectiles flying through the car.

Reported in: MASSAPEQUA NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

Reported in: MASSAPEQUA NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

i was driving down the road when the passenger side dashboard cracked about 12 inches. the crack goes up right between the passenger airbag. for this reason alone this should be a recall. it makes my car look terrible. i hate when people see the crack. they always say "i thought these acura's were nice". i'm afraid to let anyone ride in the front seat in case of airbag failure.

Reported in: TAYLORSVILLE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

AIR BAGS

crack on dashboard on passenger side airbag. there has been no accident. dealer will not fix it as there is no warranty left.

Reported in: GRAHAM NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

STRUCTURE

crack on dashboard on passenger side airbag. there has been no accident. dealer will not fix it as there is no warranty left.

Reported in: GRAHAM NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66284A

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

i own a 2004 acura tl that i purchased in april 2013. after i had the car a month it began to ride rough where the drive is normally smooth for about a day. after a day the engine light came on, then about am hour later the vsa and temperature gauge ignited, then the car would not accelerate any more. the manual informed me to restart the car in order to clear this condition, and it normally works only temporarily. this same problem may occur again the next day, couple of days or a week, but it is an continuous problem that often puts me in compromised and dangerous traffic situations. i have spent thousands of dollars at several dealers and other mechanics trying to get the issue resolved and have been told over and over that they can not detect a problem with the care or they are not codes deciphered by the diagnostics that should cause that can be fixed to relieve this condition. the dealer said that the codes are erased once the car is turned off then back on, and the dealers that say they see the codes say the codes does illustrate a problem.

Reported in: MONROE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

STRUCTURE

dash board driver to passenger side many large long cracks. acura tl owners get no response from acura motor company on this defect.

Reported in: STOCKBRIDGE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

AIR BAGS

dash board driver to passenger side many large long cracks. acura tl owners get no response from acura motor company on this defect.

Reported in: STOCKBRIDGE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that a crack had developed across the dashboard. the contact was concerned that the failure would allow the air bag to deploy inadvertently and without warning. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technician stated that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 98,000 and the current mileage was 123,000.

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

STEERING

problem with power steering hose leaking causing smoke underneath the hood. i read on acura website that there was a recall for the power steering hose leaking for 2004-2008 acura tl. i am experiencing this problem and read it can cause a fire underneath the hood.

Reported in: JAX FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

parked the car at night in the garage as it has always been since i bought the car new. car has always been pampered and has never spent time outside of a garage except for rare occasions visiting family out of town for the weekend. even with that, the car maybe spends a total of 30 some odd days a year in time sitting in the sun. went to take the car out to the store the next morning and noticed a large crack going from the windshield towards the passenger seat across the air bag. the next day 2 more cracks appeared, and the next day an additional 2 cracks. for a car that had been beyond well kept and pampered, not to mention a 'luxury' car, should not be in this state. i have friends with acuras and hondas much older than mine that have spent their entire lives sitting outside in the texas heat and have not a single crack on the dashboard, yet mine which has lived a "sheltered" life has over 6 now. after much research on the web, i noticed i am not the only owner with this issue. what makes this more annoying is looking at pictures posted from other owners, the places where the cracks form and grow are almost nearly identical. this is completely unacceptable for this brand of vehicle and the fact that a recall or an offer form acura to replace this dashboards has not been made. one or two people having the issue can be over looked. hundreds of people having the same issue in the same locations is a defect. acura should be held responsible for this. i bought this car because of their reputation. now their reputation has no meaning to me. if i hadn't paid so much for the car to start with and the fact that replacing it would be ridiculous for a car that for the most part is still like new would be insane.

Reported in: SPRING TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

dashboard cracked suddenly above the passenger airbag compartment exposing the airbag compartment to the sun through the crack. dashboard also deformed and appears to be sticking to airbag compartment around the edges on the top. the crack is growing. the crack initially formed suddenly while i was driving, and made a loud clap, which could startle drivers. i am concerned that the air bag could fail due to this defect and further cracks could form suddenly making startling noises while driving.the size of the crack and amount of deformation varies with temperature.

Reported in: CARLSBAD CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

STRUCTURE:BODY

Reported in: CARLSBAD CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

AIR BAGS

the dash has begun to crack and i fear it is going to weaken the dash where my air bags are located, resulting in a deployment.

Reported in: BLACK MOUNTAIN NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STRUCTURE

the dash has begun to crack and i fear it is going to weaken the dash where my air bags are located, resulting in a deployment.

Reported in: BLACK MOUNTAIN NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

STRUCTURE

we purchased a 2004 acura tl from a local owner. after we purchased the car, the dashboard started cracking everywhere! there are probably over 15 cracks in the dashboard. i called acura & they told me i wasn't a loyal customer & the car is too old! they said it would be around $1700 to replace the dashboard & they would charge me $1300!!! very nice of them, right! wrong!!!! i sent a letter to the vice president of acura along with many other people to the headquarters. there response was still the same! i also sent them pictures of the cracked dashboard & it just keep getting worse. who else can we file complaints with? my 2005 acura tl dashboard cracked as well but they replaced it free of charge saying they hoped to earn my business. when my 2005 acura tl paint faded al over the car, they would not touch it! they said it was because i lived in north carolina!! and, i wasn't a loyal customer because i have only owned 3 acuras!!!

Reported in: SUMMERFIELD NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA62254A

STEERING

ongoing problems went to dealer told was fine. experience leaks and noise issues was told no problem. back to dealer was told something wrong with steering rack , power steering pump and leak somewhere. vehicle had several recalls in past for same problems.

Reported in: BOSTON MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Reported in: BOSTON MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

airbags are about to blow thru the dash. the airbag light stays on most of the time and the dash is cracking really bad around the dash. the crack started just around the airbag cracking the perfect shape of the airbag. now it is cracking all around the airbag. seems as tho the airbags could come out at any time.

Reported in: OTTO NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

STRUCTURE

Reported in: OTTO NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66264A

POWER TRAIN

my son purchased a new 2004 acura tl from the elk grove ca dealership with money he saved while in the navy. he has had the car and maintained it through the end of last year but has been aware for awhile that the transmission is in need of replacing. there was a nhtsa recall (04v176000) april 15, 2004 for power train transmissions like the automatic transmission in my son's car and motor trend magazine posted that it potentially 1,000,796. we believe that our son's car has the same problem, whether or not the vin was in the exact lot selected for the official recall. when my son got out of the navy, he moved around quite a bit while finishing his bachelor's degree and did not receive any information regarding this matter from acura and did not hear about it otherwise. we have taken the car to the fremont, ca acura dealership but they are refusing to acknowledge any culpability or replace the ransmission, though there are obvious, well-known, historical transmission issues with acuras. refusal is, of course, the first line of defense in corporate america, but we hate to see his hard earned money ($30k+) spent on what was supposed to be a high-performing, luxury vehicle.

Reported in: FREMONT CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

AIR BAGS

we purchased an acura tl in 2013 as a third owner. we love the car and is always garage kept. however, one day suddenly cracks starting appearing along the dashboard on the passengers side. also, the cracks propagated along the driver's side too. when i checked online, i wasn't the only one with this issue. there are several hundreds of people with this issue. i called acura and they did not take responsibility for a defective part. i have a master's degree in manufacturing systems engineering from university of kentucky and a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. i work with plastic & steel components with design and manufacturing day in day out. i can tell you confidently that it is a 'defective' plastic part. it's not about the money for me, it's the safety concern i have. in case of an accident, i do anticipate the dashboard plastic chips acting as a shrapnel and causing injury to the passenger/driver. i really wish you could do something about this. appreciate your help. regards

Reported in: CUPERTINO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: CUPERTINO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66234A

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

the rear brake lights of this acura tl were failing to turn on when pressing on the brake pedal or were extremely dim. another driver notified me when he nearly rear ended the car. the problem was determined to be a faulty brake switch, which seems to be a common issue on many (2004+) tls based on the tl forums. honda/acura has issued a new replacement part with updated part number as well. this part should be swapped out on all affected models to prevent rear end collisions!

Reported in: HOWELL NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65534A

SERVICE BRAKES

i had to slam on my brakes today to avoid hitting a car. the abs kicked in like it should and i heard the clicking of it going on and off. i stopped in time but noticed when i step on my brake now, it goes about half way down before they start to engage. ii did a search and found the following tsb 07-041. this is a safety issue! honda is recalled the odyssey vehicles for the same issue. it is a known issue in 2004 through 2006 acura tl and no action is being taken. this is the second instance at 64000 miles. the first instance was at 25,792 miles (03/10/08) and acura replaced the vsa modulator. various online blogs report others having the same issue.

Reported in: ENGLEWOOD NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

within a 24-hour period, numerous cracks appeared on the top of the dashboard. most noticeable are two cracks that outline the portion of the dash that covers the passenger side air bag. my concern is that this condition will affect the operation of the airbag and its deployment when activated in a crash. this condition could be a danger to the passenger.

Reported in: SEABROOK TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

AIR BAGS

while i was driving, i heard a buzzing noise. i turned to my passenger side to realize my dashboard airbag was cracking! this needs to be recalled!

Reported in: SACRAMENTO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

while i was driving, i heard a buzzing noise. i turned to my passenger side to realize my dashboard airbag was cracking! this needs to be recalled!

Reported in: SACRAMENTO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

walked out to my car one morning and found my dash to be cracked. a big crack in the center. the car is a 2004 model, but i owned a 1984 car and the dash never cracked. there are a lot of the same complaints online with the same model of car and year. this is a manufacture defect and needs to be recalled.

Reported in: CHARLOTTESVILLE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66274A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dashboard developed 9 cracks in one day. several cracks run across the passengers side air bag. may be a safety issue along with defective parts.

Reported in: FAIRFIELD CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dashboard cracked on passenger airbag and know has started cracking all over dashboard in a matter of a day, acura should be responsible for this as this car has been maintained by acura for the life of the product.

Reported in: SPRING TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

AIR BAGS

the dash just always had a line in it. it looked as if it is where the airbag is. and now it just started to crack. i'm just not sure if it is a safety hazard or not and if the airbag will still work.

Reported in: GREENSBURG PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA65504A

VISIBILITY/WIPER

rear view mirror began to discolor, changes colors, and continues to make various formations within the glass. additionally, the mirror has clouded. in researching the issue, internet articles and the dealers indicate that the mirror contains gas and fluids that diminish glare at night, but fails due to heat within the vehicle. if i do not remove and replace the mirrror, the mirror supposedly will start to leak corrosive fluids onto the interior portions of the vehicle and the mirror itself has the potential to explode. so, we have a known issue; a non-functioning rear view mirror; and a part that has the potential to injure vehicle occupants...

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66214A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

a small crack developed on the dashboard on left side of the airbag. over time, the crack has grown and another crack has developed on the right side along the airbag. both cracks are of equal length running from the top of the dashboard down past the airbag.

Reported in: RICHMOND VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

while cleaning the inside of my 2004 acura tl, i noticed that the dashboard over the passenger airbag was cracking. the cracking is in a symmetrically rectangular shape directly over the airbag. i checked with acura and they claim that there is no recall or market action regarding this defect. i then googled "acura cracked dashboard" and was astonished to find many other owners with the same problem and acura claims no liability for this defect. i am concerned that the cracking may manifest as has happened with other complaints i saw on the internet. not only is this unsightly, but from a safety standpoint, the continued cracking may compromise the integrity of the dashboard, ultimately deploying the airbag unnecessarily. although the representative from acura told me that they have received numerous other complaints, they refuse to acknowledge that this is a manufacturer's defect and only said that i should take my vehicle to an acura dealer and self-pay for any repairs. with the numerous complaints, this is obviously a systemic problem and should require acura to pay for any repairs before an injury occurs. i did see another market action involving acura and honda airbags but acura states that this is unrelated to the cracking of the dashboard on the 2004 acura tl's.

Reported in: BELLEROSE MANOR NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66204A

AIR BAGS

the dashboard started cracking and keeps getting long where the airbag is on passenger side.

Reported in: VILLA RICA GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard started cracking and keeps getting long where the airbag is on passenger side.

Reported in: VILLA RICA GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

in 2010 i took my tl in because my dash was showing cracks in it, acura rep told me that they were aware that owners of other tl 's were complaning about it too. but he told me there was nothing he cuold do. as of today 08 11 2014 i have 11 big cracks in it. acura needs to recall them and fix this

Reported in: COLUMBIA TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66294A

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

several time my right brakes have completely locked up for a few seconds with no warning. this cause car to veer off to the right nearly causing an accident. this has happened multiple times and can be recreated.

Reported in: HUNTINGTON NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES

Reported in: HUNTINGTON NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

dashboard has started cracking from 85000 miles onwards. now by 124000 miles, the dash has so many cracks that i am worried that the airbags may pop out anytime soon. this is a big safety concern.

Reported in: CHICAGO IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA66224A

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

a small crack developed on the dashboard on left side of the passanger side airbag. over time, the crack has grown and another crack has developed on the right side along the passanger side airbag. both cracks are of equal length running from the top of the dashboard down past the airbag. this definitely looks like a recall issue or acura needs to pay for the part to be fixed and/or replaced.

Reported in: BLOOMFIELD NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

AIR BAGS

Reported in: BLOOMFIELD NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 19UUA662X4A

AIR BAGS

there appears to be a defect with the air bag system. the warning light was intermittently illuminated, and it now remains lit nearly every time the vehicle is driven. i brought the car into the dealership (acura of stevens creek in california). they see the air bag system issue, but will not take a look at the car for less than $180. i unfortunately don't have $180 for just a look (this amount does not include the cost to fix the problem). the worst part is that this appears to be a known problem under warranty, but they refuse the look at the car unless i pay $180. i am extremely angry they would put my family and me in unnecessary danger like this. also, if this is a known defect, they should repair all their cars on the road and not subject people to dangers like this.

Reported in: CUPERTINO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

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