Question 1

Is the Acura TL reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Acura TL has 350 total NHTSA complaints across 5 model years. The most reliable years are 2014 (17 complaints), 2011 (23 complaints). Years to avoid: 2012 (162 complaints), 2010 (75 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Acura TL should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2012, 2010 Acura TL. The 2012 model has the most complaints (162) with the top issue being AIR BAGS.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Acura TL?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Acura TL are 2014 (17 complaints), 2011 (23 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2014	17	TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 ACURA T...	Excellent Reliability
2013	73	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 ACURA TL. WHILE DRIVIN...	Average
2012	162	PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT COMES ON INTER...	Avoid This Year
2011	23	TAKATA RECALL- TOOK CAR IN FOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT...	Above Average
2010	75	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA TL. THE CONTACT ...	Below Average

Acura TL — All Years

Acura TL — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid