2007 Acura TL Reliability ReportA- grade · low risk · system-by-system breakdown
Quick Facts · 2007 Acura TL
- The system most likely to surface first: automatic transmission (major severity).
- Has 4 NHTSA recalls on record — the most notable involves the vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal.
- Outscores the 2006 Acura TL by 9 points — one of the stronger nearby years to consider.
Is the 2007 Acura TL Worth Buying?
The 2007 Acura TL stands as one of the best value luxury sports sedans on the used market, offering a compelling blend of performance, comfort, and enduring quality. While the automatic transmission requires vigilant care, its otherwise stellar reliability and robust V6 engine make it a smart purchase. This vehicle offers a sophisticated driving experience without the typical European luxury car maintenance headaches.
Biggest Strengths
- Naturally aspirated V6 engine longevity and power
- Superior build quality and interior materials for its class
- Engaging driving dynamics and comfortable ride
What Tends to Fail First on the 2007 Acura TL
The systems that break first on the 2007 Acura TL. Mileage windows, repair costs, and fix-before-you-buy notes are in the full report.
2007 Acura TL Recall History
4 recalls on record from NHTSA. Check your VIN atnhtsa.gov to see if the repair was performed.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain Accelerator Pedal Assemblies part numbers 699-114 and 825-5029-1, sold as replacement parts for 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2004-2008 Acura TL and TSX, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2005-2006 Honda CR-V, 2007-2011 Honda Element, 2005-2008 Honda Pilot and 2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline vehicles. The rotating portion of the accelerator pedal assembly may bind. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 124, "Accelerator Control Systems."
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
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.
What breaks on the 2007 Acura TL?
Full reliability breakdown — engine, transmission, rust, electrical. With repair costs and mileage danger zones.
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