2004 Acura TL Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the 2004 Acura TL, 10% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 94,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “automatic transmission” (9% of reports).
- 56power train complaints
- 94,000median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 37%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Automatic transmission: mentioned in 5 of 56 complaints (9%)
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 40 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 56 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 2 a fire.
Acura TL power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 TL | 1 | 6% | 36,000 |
| 2013 TL | 4 | 6% | 38,000 |
| 2012 TL | 27 | 21% | 39,500 |
| 2011 TL | 1 | 5% | 73,000 |
| 2010 TL | 10 | 16% | 80,000 |
| 2009 TL | 5 | 12% | 167,612 |
| 2008 TL | 8 | 6% | 124,500 |
| 2007 TL | 7 | 6% | 19,900 |
| 2006 TL | 19 | 8% | 108,353 |
| 2005 TL | 36 | 9% | 77,000 |
| 2004 TL | 56 | 10% | 94,000 |
| 2003 TL | 246 | 63% | 76,334 |
| 2002 TL | 224 | 67% | 54,000 |
| 2001 TL | 103 | 69% | 84,300 |
| 2000 TL | 111 | 45% | 112,500 |
| 1999 TL | 37 | 24% | 100,500 |
| 1998 TL | 2 | 10% | 115,000 |
| 1997 TL | 3 | 13% | 50,760 |
| 1996 TL | 4 | 15% | 56,569 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Power train:automatic transmission
Problem: On some mini vans, sport utility and passenger vehicles, certain operating conditions can result in heat build-up between the countershaft and secondary shaft second gears in the automatic transmission, eventually leading to gear tooth chipping or gear breakage.
Risk: Gear failure could result in transmission lockup, which could result in a crash.
Fix: On vehicles with 15,000 miles or less, the dealer will update the transmission with a simple revision to the oil cooler return line to increase lubrication to the second gear. On vehicles with more than 15,000 miles, the dealer will inspect the transmission to identify gears that have already experienced discoloration due to overheating. If discoloration exists, the transmission will be replaced if discoloration is not present, the dealer will perform the revision to the oil cooler return line. The recall began on april 21, 2004, for pilot, odyssey, and mdx owners. Owners of the accord vehicles will start receiving letters on june 28, 2004, and on june 29, 2004, for owners of the tl and cl vehicles. Owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
My "D" indicator light is blinking no matter changing the transmission fluid, cleaning the solenoids, etc. the car is not overheating, there are no apparent electrical problems and I do not even have any check engine lights or other codes. The light comes on blinking when I drive for a little while…
Torque converter has difference of 200rpm or greater than causing trans to over heat and fail power steering line allowing air into system. System locked up while driving air bag sensor won't sent code
My power steering has gone out i think hose busted hard to steer and transmission is slipping reverse is going out
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2004 Acura TLs have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 56 owner complaints about power train for the 2004 Acura TL (10% of the 551 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Acura TL power train?
Yes: 1 safety recall list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do power train problems start?
The median reported mileage is 94,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about power train problems on the 2004 Acura TL?
The most frequent phrase is “automatic transmission”, in 5 of 56 complaints.
Other 2004 Acura TL problems
- Structure problems (232)
- Air Bags problems (199)
- Tires problems (51)
See all 2004 Acura TL problems or power train problems across all TL years.