CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Acura TL has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 388 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 3 fires, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (156 reports).
2005 Acura TL recalls
Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture during deployment because of a manufacturing error.
Most common 2005 Acura TL problems
Problem areas named in the 388 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 156 |
| Air Bags | 145 |
| Unknown Or Other | 64 |
| Power Train | 36 |
| Electrical System | 28 |
| Steering | 25 |
| Tires | 20 |
| Suspension | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 |
What owners report
Fuse box Power steering hose
The vehicle has been gradually leaking power steering fluid over time. I have been monitoring the fluid level and have noticed a recurring burning smell while operating the vehicle. At times, I have also observed what appears to be a very faint, clear or nearly transparent smoke or vapor that is only visible when light reflects off of it. I am uncertain whether this is smoke or vapor. The steering has not become difficult or hard to turn at this time. I am concerned that power steering fluid may be leaking onto or near a hot engine or exhaust component, causing the burning smell and possible smoke or vapor and creating a potential fire or safety hazard. The exact source and cause of the leak
The contact owned a 2005 Acura TL. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the front driver's side air bag might have deployed without impact, hit the contact's face, reducing the roadway visibility and causing the vehicle to crash into the rear-end of another vehicle. The contact stated that the air bag exploded and propelled fragments, causing the driver to experience difficulty breathing. The contact was assisted out of the vehicle because the front driver's side door was damaged and could only be opened from the outside. The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle was significantly damaged and pushed back, and the driver's side of the vehicle was pushed back.
While I was driving 55 mph, on the throttle, the transmission acted as it was in Neutral but all indicators verified it was in Drive. The RPMs were fluctuating during this & my car wouldn't accelerate. I was in the middle of a busy highway, the car came to a stop, I shifted it into Park, then tried to engage back into Drive with no success. In the middle of oncoming & ongoing HWY traffic, I turned the car off, back on & the car acted as if it was in limp mode. The VSA light & Triangle appeared. I had to pay get a towing service to get me & my car. It never had any transmission issues before & all of a sudden it did all of the above, erratic shifting, flare up shifts, won't move. It was then
My wife, [XXX] , purchased a 2005 Acura TL on [XXX]. The car was not inspected, it had a hole in the oil tank, was leaking battery acid, had broken control arms, wore out rotors, wore out brake pads, bald tires, Vehicle Stability Control disabled, no AC, cracked dashboard where the passenger air bag is located, and the alignment was so bad that the car would try to pull very hard off of the road. Toxic hot fumes entered the cockpit during my wife's drive home from the car dealership. The fumes made her feel sick and gave her a horrible headache because of the leaking battery acid and perhaps the hole in the oil tank. It's a health and safety issue that needs to be taken seriously. The used
2005 Acura TL questions
Does the 2005 Acura TL have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2005 Acura TL: Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump; Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses And Circuit Breakers. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Acura TL?
Based on 388 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (156), Air Bags (145), Unknown Or Other (64).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Acura TL has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.