CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Acura TL has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 247 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 2 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (85 reports).
2006 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 2006 Acura TL problems
Problem areas named in the 247 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 85 |
| Structure | 64 |
| Unknown Or Other | 44 |
| Electrical System | 31 |
| Steering | 28 |
| Power Train | 19 |
| Engine | 10 |
| Suspension | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 9 |
What owners report
As I was driving, the vehicle suddenly began smoking through the steering wheel and the hood, then it caught flames and the vehicle was totaled.
My Acura (VIN: [XXX] ) experienced a non-collision spontaneous deployment of the side airbag while the vehicle was completely stationary. There was no impact, no crash, and no triggering event. This is a serious safety defect that could have caused significant injury or loss of vehicle control had the car been in motion. This vehicle was previously included in NHTSA Recall 19V182000 involving Takata airbag inflators, but the recall repair was never completed, and the recall now shows as closed. It is unclear whether the recall was closed in error or whether the inflator or a related airbag component failed due to the unresolved safety defect. There were no warning lights, messages, or symp
The contact owns a 2006 Acura TL. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH uphill, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was an abnormal sputtering sound coming from the vehicle. The "VSA" (Vehicle Stability Assist) and air bag warning lights illuminated, and an unknown message was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off the vehicle, and waited to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact went to Auto Zone and was informed that the accelerator ped
power steering leaking fluid
I am the original owner of this 2006 Acura TL. I have vertical cracks on the dashboard surrounding the passenger SRS airbag system. Aside from the bad look, is there a safety issue from either the air bag deploying prematurely and/or the air bag deploying in an unsafe manner and injuring the passenger. I have researched this issue online and there are numerous complaints about this dashboard issue and possible issues with the SRS airbag deployment.
2006 Acura TL questions
Does the 2006 Acura TL have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2006 Acura TL: Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections; Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other Manual; Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Acura TL?
Based on 247 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (85), Structure (64), Unknown Or Other (44).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 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.