2013 Acura TL Reliability ReportA- grade · low risk · system-by-system breakdown
Quick Facts · 2013 Acura TL
- The system most likely to surface first: automatic transmission (fwd) (major severity).
- Has 3 NHTSA recalls on record — the most notable involves the air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module.
- Scores roughly in line with adjacent Acura TL years — consistency that often signals a stable platform generation.
Is the 2013 Acura TL Worth Buying?
The 2013 Acura TL stands as one of the most robust and value-driven luxury sports sedans you can acquire, offering an exceptional blend of performance and legendary Honda reliability. While its 6-speed automatic transmission and power steering system warrant specific attention, diligent maintenance transforms this car into a durable, long-term companion, making it a highly recommended used vehicle.
Biggest Strengths
- Naturally aspirated J-series V6 engines are exceptionally durable
- Robust chassis and well-built interior components
- Strong resale value retention due to reliability reputation
What Tends to Fail First on the 2013 Acura TL
The systems that break first on the 2013 Acura TL. Mileage windows, repair costs, and fix-before-you-buy notes are in the full report.
2013 Acura TL Recall History
3 recalls on record from NHTSA. Check your VIN atnhtsa.gov to see if the repair was performed.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling specific 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2013-2016 ILX, 2013-2014 ILX Hybrid, 2003-2006 MDX, 2007-2016 RDX, 2002-2003 3.2TL, 2004-2006, and 2009-2014 TL, 2010-2013 ZDX and 2001-2007 and 2009 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2007 and 2010-2011 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. The affected vehicles received a replacement driver air bag inflator as part of a previous Takata inflator recall remedy or a replacement driver air bag module containing the same inflator type as a service part. Due to a manufacturing error, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver frontal air bag, these inflators may explode.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013 Acura ILX, 2015 RDX, 2005-2010 and 2012 RL, 2009-2014 TL, 2010 and 2012 ZDX, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2011-2013 and 2015 CR-Z, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013 Fit EV, 2010-2011 and 2013 Insight and 2007-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with driver frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
What breaks on the 2013 Acura TL?
Full reliability breakdown — engine, transmission, rust, electrical. With repair costs and mileage danger zones.
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