2003 Acura TL Type S review from North America
"Poor long term reliability"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Drivers seat motor failure at 9,100.
CD changer failed twice, 31,230 miles and 44,300 miles.
Motor mounts at 48,700.
Transmission failed dramatically at 52,230 miles. While driving at highway speeds on a wet surface, the transmission shifted from 5th to 2nd gear causing loss of control and serious condition. Since the VIN on our TL was not listed in the safety recall, we never received a warning of this serious safety hazard.
General comments?
Initial impression of this car was great.
As defects surfaced, the shine wore thin.
Recommended reviews
| Too nervous to buy the car at the end of my lease |
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| Excellent performer with questionable transmission |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.2 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 52000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Taurus |
| Date of Entry | 14th April, 2009 |