ABS Brake System Failure at 50,000 miles.
2,000 dollar repair. Declined service. Currently running the car without ABS.
Car will function fine without ABS.
ABS light comes on often.
ABS Pump runs often.
CD Player failure. Common in this model.
The quality of the 1996 Acura TL 2.5 is TOP Notch.
Maintenance costs can run high if you have to rely on a dealer without a warranty. But This car only begins to need major maintenance at 75,000 Miles.
Maintenance costs run 400-600 dollars.
For things like brakes and shocks.
Timing belt at 120,000 miles can cost 700 dollars.
It has been a highly dependable auto.
It always starts. It has never left me stranded on the road.
There is also an emissions Warranty to 150,000 miles that covers O2 sensors, Plugs and wires. Be sure to check with your local dealer about this Warranty.
This Warranty only covers the 2.5 TL.
You comment the emissions warranty is only good for the 2.5TL - not true.
I recently received a letter from Acura regarding my 1996 3.2TL informing me of the warranty and the availability of the free inspection and service.
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