2003 Acura TL 3.2 from North America
Summary:
Horrible experience with a 2003 Acura 3.2 TL transmission on an otherwise nice car
Faults:
My 2003 Acura 3.2 TL transmission failed at 40,000 miles. Replaced by the dealer.
My 2003 Acura 3.2 TL transmission failed again at 134,000 miles. Dealer says the warranty is over.
CD player only works on occasion.
General Comments:
Transmission is scary when it fails. Actually downshifts while you are driving at normal speed. Almost pulls you backwards in the middle of the highway.
I have never owned a vehicle with only 40,000 miles that has had to have the transmission replaced, and then only lasts another 90,000 miles. Honda/Acura should stand behind this transmission.
Received a quote from an Acura dealer of $4500 to replace the transmission. No support whatsoever.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 7th March, 2013
24th Mar 2011, 10:37
That engine is good for 300,000 to 400,000 miles easy... wrecking yards that specialize in parts for Acuras and Hondas are filled with all types of parts to keep that car running for years and years to come... and since you won't get rich selling it... hang on to it... park it in the driveway and cover it up... buy your new dream car.. but you will come back to that Acura as time goes on...