KnownCarProblems2005 Acura TL Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 388 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Acura TL, most often about the body and structure (40% of complaints, typically around 94,000 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about TL model year since 2000 and has 5 recalls.
Most common 2005 Acura TL problems
Body and structure
156 complaints · 40%Half of these problems showed up before 94,000 miles. Parts named most often: body, interior panels.
The contact owns a 2005 Acura TL. The contact stated there was a crack in the dashboard on the passenger side of the vehicle. The dealer stated in order to repair the failure, the dashboard assembly had to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 94,900 and…
I have a 2005 Acura TL, and the dash has cracked in multiple places, including areas around the airbag. This concerns me for my safety and I know this is a well known issue with no solution as of yet. I dont see how there hasnt been a recall on a part that is known to be defective and also very dangerous if the…
Air bags
144 complaints · 37%Half of these problems showed up before 100,000 miles. Parts named most often: frontal, side/window.
The dashboard has cracked on several places, including one large crack over the passanger's airbag. I'm concerned that airbags will deploy unexpectedly as a result or that airbags will not deploy correctly.
Cracks have developed in dashboard of 2005 Acura TL. Located along edge of passenger side airbag (outlining right side of airbag) and above steering column. Concerned that passenger airbag will not deploy, or will cause personal injury in the event it does deploy. Garage kept, apx 98k miles when first crack appeared.
Other or unspecified
64 complaints · 17%Half of these problems showed up before 120,000 miles.
I have a 2005 acuratl in good condition. Last year, a long crack appeared on my passenger side dashboard. A week later a second long crack appeared parallel to the first crack. Lastly, about a month ago a third crack appeared making a horizontal line between the first and second crack. It is very noticeable. A…
Known issue with no official recall. Dash board cracks directly above airbag. Started with on large crack and now there are two above airbag. I have 3 coworkers all with Acura TL's from 04-06 years all with the same cracks. Dealer is making drivers responsible to replace with no guarantee it won't happen again. There…
Transmission
36 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 77,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, manual transmission, clutch assembly.
The contact owns a 2005 Acura TL. The contact stated that the check engine light was illuminated and that the vehicle would not shift into any gear. In addition, the vehicle was resistant to acceleration attempts. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who advised the contact to replace the transmission. The…
Engine noise: a vibration and low buzzing sound in 5th gear caused by normal engine vibration at around 1,500 RPM, requiring a vibration damper near the rear motor mount. Also causing vibration on steering wheel at normal highways speed limits. And causing tires to cup and get bald. Very dangerous to drive on freeway…
Electrical
28 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 117,000 miles. Parts named most often: 12v/24v/48v battery.
The contact owns a 2005 Acura TL. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH, the engine stalled and restarted a few moments later. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the fuel pump fuse was replaced. In addition, the electrical fuse box was replaced by the dealer. After the repair…
1. Hfl lhas continuously drained several batteries since I purchased the car in 2008. Until recently I did not know it was the hfl until the Acura dealership said it's a known problem and it either needs to be repaired or removed. It's very expensive to repair, so I had it removed. I also just purchased a 2007 Acura…
Steering
25 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 128,500 miles. Parts named most often: hydraulic power assist.
1. Hfl lhas continuously drained several batteries since I purchased the car in 2008. Until recently I did not know it was the hfl until the Acura dealership said it's a known problem and it either needs to be repaired or removed. It's very expensive to repair, so I had it removed. I also just purchased a 2007 Acura…
Air bag lights blinking off whether there's a passenger or.not.... My steering hard to turn when at low speeds .. Power steering pump fine and no leaks
Wheels and tires
23 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 19,000 miles. Parts named most often: rim, sidewall, tread/belt.
My 2005 Acura TL el42 bridgestone rear tires went completely bald on a 3000 mile trip(19000 miles total) from dallas to colorado and back. It appears that there is a suspension/tire problem where the rear alignment under full load of 2 passangers and luggage in the trunk degrades and causes severe tire wear. This…
- the contact owns a 2005 Acura, and complained about the tires. The contact had 3 incidents with the tires that were on the vehicle at the time of purchase. During the first incident, the driver's side tire lost air due to a nail. The tire was repaired on may 6, 2006. In july the contact noticed the same tire was…
Engine
12 complaints · 3%Half of these problems showed up before 79,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine.
TL contact owns a 2005 Acura TL. While driving at approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost power and slowed to approximately 20 MPH before it stalled. The vehicle was taken to an auto center where the battery and alternator were replaced. The problem occurred again days later and the vehicle was taken back to…
Engine noise: a vibration and low buzzing sound in 5th gear caused by normal engine vibration at around 1,500 RPM, requiring a vibration damper near the rear motor mount. Also causing vibration on steering wheel at normal highways speed limits. And causing tires to cup and get bald. Very dangerous to drive on freeway…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2005 Acura TL recalls
Air bags: inflator module
Risk: An explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began april 10, 2019. Honda owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is o41. Acura owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is u40.
Full defect summary
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling specific 2003 acura 3.2cl, 2013-2016 ilx, 2013-2014 ilx hybrid, 2003-2006 mdx, 2007-2016 rdx, 2002-2003 3.2tl, 2004-2006, and 2009-2014 tl, 2010-2013 zdx and 2001-2007 and 2009 honda accord, 2001-2005 civic, 2003-2005 civic hybrid, 2001-2005 civic gx ngv, 2002-2007 and 2010-2011 cr-v, 2003-2011 element, 2007 fit, 2002-2004 odyssey, 2003-2008 pilot, and 2006-2014 ridgeline vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement driver air bag inflator as part of a previous takata inflator recall remedy or a replacement driver air bag module containing the same inflator type as a service part. Due to a manufacturing error, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver frontal air bag, these inflators may explode.
Steering: hose, piping, and connections
Risk: Power steering fluid leaking onto a hot catalytic converter will generate smoke and possibly lead to an under-hood fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a new heat resistant power steering hose free of charge. The recall began on april 28, 2008. Owners may contact acura at 800-382-2238. This is an expansion of a previous recall (please see 07v551).
Full defect summary
Honda is recalling 273,000 my 2004-2008 acura tl vehicles. Prolonged high under-hood temperatures may cause the power steering hose to deteriorate prematurely causing the hose to crack and leak power steering fluid.
Visibility and wipers: motor
Risk: If the circuit breaker fails, it will cause the windshield wiper motor to become inoperative, which can increase the likelihood of a crash in certain conditions.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the windshield wiper motor for signs of corrosion. If no signs of corrosion are present, a snorkel tube will be added to the wiper motor breather port to prevent water from entering the wiper motor housing and foam tape will be installed on the cowl above the wiper motor to direct water away from the wiper motor. If signs of corrosion damage are observed on the wiper motor, the motor will be replaced, and the breather tube and foam tape will also be installed to prevent water intrusion on the new wiper motor. The recall began on april 28, 2008. Owners may contact acura at
Full defect summary
Honda is recalling 129,600 my 2004-2005 acura tl vehicles. If water enters the windshield wiper motor breather port, which is designed to allow the motor to vent warm air during normal operation, it can result in corrosion inside the motor housing. This could cause a failure of the electrical circuit breaker inside the motor housing.
Fuel system: fuel pump
Risk: If the fuel pump loses power while driving, the engine could stall without warning, and a crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump relay free of charge. The recall began on april 2, 2007. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
Full defect summary
On certain vehicles, a coil wire inside the fuel pump relay may break, causing the fuel pump to lose power. If the fuel pump becomes inoperative, the engine may not start.
Electrical: fuses and circuit breakers
Risk: If the fuel pump loses power while driving the engine could stall without warning which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the entire fuse box free of charge. The recall began on april 13, 2005. Owners may contact honda at 800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.
Full defect summary
On certain passenger vehicles, a loose terminal in the main fuse box may cause the fuel pump to lose power. If the fuel pump becomes inoperative, the engine may not start.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Windshield wiper motor failure
Summary
The manufacturer notified NHTSA by letter dated february 26, 2008, that a safety related recall has been initiated to correct this problem on certain model year 2004 and 2005 acura tl vehicles.the recall affects approximately 129,600 subject vehicles manufactured between march 2003 and may 2005.the defect involves water intrusion into the wiper motor housing that may result in corrosion and failure of a circuit breaker that will disable the wiper motor.corrective action consists of installing a new wiper motor where corrosion is found as well as a breather tube on both new and existing wiper motors to prevent water intrusion into the housing.NHTSA has assigned number 08v-092 to this recall a
Questions about the 2005 Acura TL
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Acura TL?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: body and structure (156 complaints, typically around 94,000 miles); air bags (144 complaints, typically around 100,000 miles); other or unspecified (64 complaints, typically around 120,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2005 Acura TL have?
- 5 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from March 6, 2019 (air bags). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2005 a bad year for the Acura TL?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about TL model year since 2000, with 388 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.