2008 Acura TL Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other TL years
- About as many complaints as other years 10th of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 124 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Acura TL. That ranks 10th out of 20 TL model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (34 complaints, 27%), typically at around 100,000 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 7 fires, 3 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 124owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Acura TL problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 34 | 27% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 26 | 21% | 73,795 | — | — |
| Structure | 20 | 16% | 82,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 15 | 12% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 13 | 10% | 108,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 10 | 8% | 109,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 7% | 67,200 | — | — |
| Power Train | 8 | 6% | 124,500 | — | — |
| Suspension | 7 | 6% | 88,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 6 | 5% | 130,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 4% | 61,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 3% | 145,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 2% | 133,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 2% | 138,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 2% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 2% | 106,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2% | 25,250 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2% | 131,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2% | 15,982 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 2% | 3,300 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Firerelated | 1 | 1% | 176,930 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | 21,500 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | 106,200 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Acura TL recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Problem: Honda is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2008 Acura TL and model year 2003-2007 Accord V6 vehicles. In May 2012, Honda filed a defect report to recall certain model year 2007 and 2008 Acura TL vehicles. In September 2012, Honda informed the agency that it was including an additional 573,147 vehicles including certain model year 2003 through 2007 Accord V6 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 625,762. Prolonged under-hood and power steering fluid temperatures may cause the power steering hose to deteriorate prematurely, resulting in cracks and power steering fluid leakage.
Risk: If this occurs, power steering fluid can leak onto a hot catalytic converter, leading to smoke and possibly an under-hood fire.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a new heat resistant power steering hose, free of charge. The original recall began in June 2012, and owners of those vehicles may obtain the free remedy. Sufficient parts are not yet available for owners of the vehicles covered by the September 2012 expansion, but are expected to be available in early 2013. Honda will notify owners of these vehicles beginning on October 26, 2012, and will notify these owners again when parts are available so those vehicles can be brought to dealers for applications of the free remedy. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Problem: Honda is recalling 273,000 my 2004-2008 acura tl vehicles. Prolonged high under-hood temperatures may cause the power steering hose to deteriorate prematurely causing the hose to crack and leak power steering fluid.
Risk: Power steering fluid leaking onto a hot catalytic converter will generate smoke and possibly lead to an under-hood fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a new heat resistant power steering hose free of charge. The recall began on april 28, 2008. Owners may contact acura at 800-382-2238. This is an expansion of a previous recall (please see 07v551).
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2008 Acura TL. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to accelerate, and the vehicle lost automotive power and shifted into LIMP Mode. The vehicle was turned off and restarted and drove as needed. The check engine warning light was…
The contact owns a 2008 Acura TL. The contact stated that while driving at lower speeds or while making a left or right turn, the steering wheel became stiff and excessive force was required to steer the vehicle. No warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. It was unknown whether…
The contact owns a 2008 Acura TL. The contact stated that the power steering fluid reservoir needed to be refilled more often than expected, making it difficult to steer the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle occasionally lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the…
My car caught on fire from under the hood. Me and my son was sitting in the car and it just caught on fire. I was scared and didn't know how it happen. I drove an hour and thiry plus minutes to my destination and when I got there. I parked my car and sat in it while I waited for the phone repair…
My car has a recall on the high pressure power steering line because it prematurely fails and douses the catalytic converter in power steering fluid. The problem is the low pressure hose going back is just as susceptible if not more but no recall? I was told at the dealership it would cost 3,489…
Other Acura TL years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 TL | 17 | 3 |
| 2013 TL | 62 | 3 |
| 2012 TL | 130 | 3 |
| 2011 TL | 20 | 3 |
| 2010 TL | 64 | 3 |
| 2009 TL | 42 | 3 |
| 2008 | 124 | 2 |
| 2007 TL | 124 | 2 |
| 2006 TL | 247 | 4 |
| 2005 TL | 388 | 5 |
| 2004 TL | 551 | 4 |
| 2003 TL | 391 | 5 |
| 2002 TL | 333 | 7 |
| 2001 TL | 149 | 3 |
| 2000 TL | 249 | 6 |
| 1999 TL | 157 | 4 |
| 1998 TL | 20 | 2 |
| 1997 TL | 23 | 2 |
| 1996 TL | 26 | 2 |
| 1995 TL | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Acura TL?
Owners most often report air bags, steering, structure problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 34 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Acura TL?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Acura TL a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other TL model years, the 2008 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.