1999 Acura TL
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 1999 Acura TL. Newest first.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace it if necessary, with an inflator of a different design, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138 or Isuzu customer service at 1-800-255-6727.
On certain passenger vehicles, the interlock operation of the ignition switch may not function properly, making it possible to turn the ignition key to the "off" position and remove the key without shifting the transmission to park.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that confirms interlock function. vehicles will be updated with a redesigned interlock lever free of charge. the recall began on march 7, 2005. owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.
On certain passenger vehicles and MINI vans, the ignition switch may wear excessively and prevent proper interlock operation, making it possible to turn the ignition key to the "off" position and remove the key without shifting the transmission to "park."
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the vehicle operator does not shift to "park" before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that determines the amount of cylinder body wear. if significant wear IS indicated, the dealer will replace the cylinder body, collar, and latch plate. if no signs of wear are indicated, dealers will replace the latch plate with a redesigned part. owner notification began december 8, 2003. owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.
On certain sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, and sport utility vehicles, electrical contacts in the ignition switch can degrade due to the high electrical current passing through the switch when the vehicle IS started.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ignition switch. owner notification began june 14, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.
Owner complaints
157 complaints17 involved a crash4 involved a fire9 injuries2 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system · Unknown or other
My 99 will unexpectedly shut off while driving down the road whether it be 5 miles an hour or 60 miles an hour. When this happens all power is off then kicks itself back on but won’t start until about 5 minutes to 10 minutes later and then runs smoothly but sometimes it will shut off again and take longer to start.
- Air bags · Structure › Body · Unknown or other
My Acura TL has many issues and is dangerous to drive
- Electrical system
At random times the engine dies while driving the car which has resulted in unsafe handling and loss of power steering while in traffic conditions. I was unaware of a recall (02V120000) until recently. I have owned this car sense 2002 and the current millage is 109,000 miles. I contacted Findlay…
At random times the engine dies while driving the car which has resulted in unsafe handling and loss of power steering while in traffic conditions. I was unaware of a recall (02V120000) until recently. I have owned this car sense 2002 and the current millage is 109,000 miles. I contacted Findlay Acura in Henderson NV. and they stated there was no recall on the ignition switch which I have recently found that there was as noted above. Can you contact the Dealer on my behalf as I am under the impression that the dealer is suppose to replace the defective part at no cost as it does cause an unsafe condition when it occurs. Engine just dies without warning. There has not been an independent assessment of the condition as it occurs on a random basis and of course, never occurs when you want it to.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact's father owns a 1999 acura TL. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags). The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called acura of concord (1340 concord ave…
TL* takata recall. The contact's father owns a 1999 acura TL. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags). The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called acura of concord (1340 concord ave, concord, ca 94520 (925) 674-1900) and was informed that the parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was contacted however, no further assistance was provided, vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 1999 acura TL. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact contacted hiley acura (3125 ne loop 820, fort worth, tx 76137; (817) 232-2872) where it was…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 1999 acura TL. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact contacted hiley acura (3125 ne loop 820, fort worth, tx 76137; (817) 232-2872) where it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 1999 acura TL. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 1999 acura TL. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 1999 acura TL. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags). The contact called proctor acura dealer located at 3523 w. Tennessee st, tallahassee, fl 32304, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 1999 acura TL. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags). The contact called proctor acura dealer located at 3523 w. Tennessee st, tallahassee, fl 32304, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.*dt*jb
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called to bergstrom used car super center of appleton (2925 n victory ln #101, appleton, wi 54913, (800)…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called to bergstrom used car super center of appleton (2925 n victory ln #101, appleton, wi 54913, (800) 398-6846) where it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available
- Air bags
Acura of concord ca #251621 informed in a telephone call that they do not intend to repair the driver frontal airbag module within 60 days of my april 10 2020 request for a service appointment. the safety of the driver IS in jeaporday
- Air bags
My car needs the nhtsa recall 20v-026, drivers airbag inflator replacement. As of today, march 23, 2020, parts are not available to correct this safety defect. The recall notice from acura states "the airbag inflator could also rupture during deployment, with metal fragments possibly striking the…
My car needs the nhtsa recall 20v-026, drivers airbag inflator replacement. As of today, march 23, 2020, parts are not available to correct this safety defect. The recall notice from acura states "the airbag inflator could also rupture during deployment, with metal fragments possibly striking the driver or passengers, increasing the risk of serious injury or death." I am afraid to drive this vehicle based on this possibility. I contacted american honda consumer affairs (case # 10324034) and requested alternate transportation to be provided at acura's expense until the parts are available. My request was refused. I am asking nhtsa to intervene and escalate my request for alternate transportation.
- Air bags
My vehicle has a recall for the srs airbag system I just found out about on this website. I called acura and they told me that the srs airbag system cannot be replaced because due to the age of the vehicle all parts are discontinued. This IS a safety issue because now the srs dashboard light IS on…
My vehicle has a recall for the srs airbag system I just found out about on this website. I called acura and they told me that the srs airbag system cannot be replaced because due to the age of the vehicle all parts are discontinued. This IS a safety issue because now the srs dashboard light IS on which means that the airbag system IS offline and will not engage if there IS a front end collision. How do I get this recall repairs completed. This IS a huge safety problem and I'm concerned that I or possibly a passenger in my car may sustain unnecessary injuries if the airbag system does not engage in an accident. Please advise how to get this issue repaired or replaced. thank you, [xxx] redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *Cc *tr
- Air bags · Service brakes
I have a phone to a 88 honda, 94 honda 99 acura each of those vehicles have had problems with the air condition. I'm in the process of searching for a new vehicle but I will never buy another honda due to the air condition problems unless there was a guarantee that you guys will stand behind the air conditions.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the same failure occurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to hansel acura (2979 corby ave, santa rosa, ca 95407) where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the same failure occurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to hansel acura (2979 corby ave, santa rosa, ca 95407) where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 02v120000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not repaired for the recent failure. The approximate failure mileage was 320,000.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. The contact stated that while reversing out of the driveway, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The vehicle was taken to various independent mechanics who had provided several repair solutions but they did not repair the condition. The vehicle was not…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. The contact stated that while reversing out of the driveway, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The vehicle was taken to various independent mechanics who had provided several repair solutions but they did not repair the condition. The vehicle was not yet inspected and diagnosed by a dealer. The contact was not made aware and did not receive notification of nhtsa campaign number: 03v423000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Electrical system
My car shuts off while driving. It puts my children and myself at risk. It has happened numerous times.
- Engine · Power train
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. While driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled and the engine stopped. The brake warning indicator illuminated. The contact had to turn the key to the off position, shift into park, and turn the key in the ignition in order for the vehicle to…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. While driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled and the engine stopped. The brake warning indicator illuminated. The contact had to turn the key to the off position, shift into park, and turn the key in the ignition in order for the vehicle to start. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. Two days later, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 225,000. Updated 01/25/2017*ct the consumer has since sold the vehicle. Updated 02/14/17.*jb
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. While driving approximately 50 mph, the engine stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was previously repaired per…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. While driving approximately 50 mph, the engine stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was previously repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 02v120000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 220,000.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. When the gear shifter was in the drive position, the key fell out of the ignition. The vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign number: 05v025000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 120,450.
- Electrical system · Engine · Steering
Engine shuts off while driving at about 65 mph causing the car to lose speed, hard to steer and hard to brake. I heard that there was a recall about this cars (acura).with the same (switch) problem. Why my car IS not included ??
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. The contact stated that when decelerating, the engine stalled and the key warning light illuminated. The failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 132,000.
- Structure › Body
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. When the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for maintenance, it was discovered that there was excessive rust and fractures on the front passenger side subframe. The contact stated that the air conditioning drain hose dripped onto the subframe and…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. When the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for maintenance, it was discovered that there was excessive rust and fractures on the front passenger side subframe. The contact stated that the air conditioning drain hose dripped onto the subframe and caused it to rust. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 141,000.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. While the vehicle was in gear and the brake pedal was depressed, the key independently fell out of the ignition and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to restart after multiple attempts. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and diagnosed as…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. While the vehicle was in gear and the brake pedal was depressed, the key independently fell out of the ignition and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to restart after multiple attempts. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and diagnosed as an ignition switch failure. The contact was advised that the failure may be a part of an open recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Vehicle speed control · Wheels
Yes my 1999 acura 3.2 TL has the tcs light staying on in the vehicle I went and had it plugged into a code checker and the read out was that the wheel speed sensor was bad but before that I was driving down the road( this IS just one of 5 experiences I know of) when my car just died and it didn't…
Yes my 1999 acura 3.2 TL has the tcs light staying on in the vehicle I went and had it plugged into a code checker and the read out was that the wheel speed sensor was bad but before that I was driving down the road( this IS just one of 5 experiences I know of) when my car just died and it didn't want to crank back. It had never happened to me before I then began reading the owners manual and had to manually reset the cars computer ( I guess IS what it IS called) by pushing the shift lock in manually and pulling the car down into neutral and waiting about 5-15 seconds and placing it back up into park if the D4 indicator did not light up I then had to pull it back down into neutral while pressing the shift lock switch and then place it into D4 and back up into park most of the time it would reset its self and I could crank it in neutral but sometimes it would take me 2-3 minutes and now it seems to be getting longer and longer before it will reset itself this last time it took me approximately 10-15 minutes to reset the switch to were I could turn the ignition and the car would turn over and crank. I *tr
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 acura TL. While driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 131,000. The vin was not available.
- Structure
My car shutoff while I was driving on the freeway and restarted on its own several times before it finally stalled completely. I lost steering power etc. I had to be towed. the acura dealer had to replace the ignition switch, which had been replaced in an earlier recall years ago. Obviously, the replacement switch IS not good either. *tr
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Ignition-park interlock
The above failure report counts are for model year (my) 1999 - 2001 honda accord models that were not within the scope of a related honda recall action (nhtsa 03v423); these vehicles were investigated by odi under defect petition (dp) 04-006.complaint information for other models and model years was not obtained by…
The above failure report counts are for model year (my) 1999 - 2001 honda accord models that were not within the scope of a related honda recall action (nhtsa 03v423); these vehicles were investigated by odi under defect petition (dp) 04-006.complaint information for other models and model years was not obtained by odi.the noted population indicates the number of vehicles (including the my 2002 accord plus the prelude and TL models) that are within the scope of honda?s new recall (nhtsa 05v-025, honda P68, P69); 402,525 of these were investigated in dp04-006.seepart 573 documents related to 05v-025 for further detail on other models and mys.odi notes that, according to honda?s analysis, interlock system warranty rates for the TL and prelude models involved in 05v-025 are similar to those of the accord models.information provided by honda during dp04-006 indicates that certain vehicles containing interlock systems made by its japanese lock manufacturing facility may contain defective internal components.in combination with certain wear and usage factors, this may lead to a condition that prevents the system from blocking removal of the ignition key when the vehicle IS not in park.if the driver leaves the transmission in a non-park position and fails to set the hand brake when parking, the vehicle may roll away and crash.interlock systems manufactured by honda?s u.s. Lock manufacturer do not appear to contain this defect and are therefore not included in the recall action. In a letter dated january 27, 2005, honda advised that it will conduct a safety recall to either upgrade (for operative systems) or repair (for inoperative systems) subject interlock systems with new design level components that do not contain the defect.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10211608Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.
- 10193392Sending vehicle data to tech line.
- 10144045Dealer message - Today, Acura is notifying dealers of a voluntary noncompliance recall for a small number of Acura vehicles due to an error on the replacement (service part) underhood emissions labels. American Honda previously notified CARB and the EPA for this action.
- 10144042Service bulletin - Emission certification labels that were replaced on a small number of vehicles may have been replaced with a label listing incorrect information. The affected emission labels are replacement service parts, and were not installed at the factory; they were installed during postmanufacturing repairs that required replacement of the underlying part. This will cause the vehicle to be non-compliant with emissions regulations.
- 10117865Service bulletin - You are required to install a remanufactured A/T (automatic transmission) and torque converter on any vehicle with an internal failure that calls for A/T disassembly that is covered under any of the programs listed.
- 10099960"Service bulletin - this bulletin updates the troubleshooting procedures for dtc p1456 (evap control system leakage [fuel tank system]) and dtc p1457 (evap control system leakage[evap canister system]). Depending on the model, there are two individual procedures in this bulletin."
- 10037486Acura: there are guidelines for various situations and procedures including: tire pressure valve stem installation, trailer stability malfunction light IS on, engine oil application guide, new software, new transmission fluid, notchy steering feeling.
- 10024664Warranty extension: 3.2 TL and 3.2 cl automatic transmission.
- 10021343Rough idle, stalls at stops, and dtc's p0172 or p0175 appear when inspected.
- 10018109Homelink won't program with aftermarket remotes.
- 10018038Speedometer shops can transfer odometer mileage. Acura. Servicenews.
- 10017507Seat-back panel IS loose or detached.
- 10017506Rear stabilizer link IS broken.
- 10016260Cranks won't start, immobilizer light flashes.
- 10014766P1706 a/t switch short or open.
- 10014344Atf (automatic transmission fluid) leaks from cooler line banjo bolt.
- 10014075Srs warning light on after body shop repair.
- 10014071Odometer accuracy.
- 10014067The homelink system may have test information stored in memory that must be erased before it can be programmed.
- 10014065Power steering belt tension adjustment.
- 10014061Troubleshooting ABS or tcs diagnostic trouble code 51 and/or 53.
- 10013911A/t solenoid replacement criteria.
- 10013871The beverage holder lid doesn't close evenly.
- 10013745Automatic transmission solenoid replacement criteria. Acura tech line summary for dealer distribution.
- 10013743Poor fuel economy. Acura tech line summary for dealer distribution.
- 10013727Navigation system won't map match or gets lost. Acura tech line summary.
- 10013619Door sash trim IS fading.
- 10012636Deformed windshield molding.
- 10010499Blower motor noise. Request for visit.
- 10009294Buffeting noise with rear window(s) open. Acura. Servicenews.
- 10009293Body clip removal tip. Acura. Servicenews.
- 10009287Outside temperature indicator logic. Acura. Servicenews.
- 10009257Reconnecting accessories after ignition switch recall. October tech line information.
- 10009256Intermittent sra diagnostic trouble code 1-1 to 1-5, driver's airbag inflator circuit. October tech line information.
- 10009255Keyless remote transmitter inoperative, . Check keyless, ceiling light, ignition key reminder beeper before troubleshooting keyless remote system. October tech line information.
- 10009254A/c compressor control logic. October tech line information.
- 10009253Clearing antilock braking system diagnostic trouble codes. October tech line information.
- 10009252The compact abs/tcs (modulator, pump, and accumulator all in one) system does a self-check (a brief grunt or groan) when backing out of the garage or drive forward after the vehicle's been sitting. The noise IS normal. October tech line information.
- 10009043Navi hdds replaced with flash memory cards. Acura. Servicenews. April 2004.
- 10009042Don't test-drive with the malfunction indicator lamp or d indicator on. Acura. Servicenews. April 2004.
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