Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | |||||
| 012012003 | 12/01/2003 | 10014334 | Don't reuse old atf fluid) warmer on reman a/t (automatic transmission) *sc | 04/29/2005 | |
| 012012003 | 12/01/2003 | 10014344 | Atf (automatic transmission fluid) leaks from cooler line banjo bolt. *sc | 04/29/2005 | |
| 07012004 | 07/01/2004 | 10008889 | Campaign announcement and stop sale order update. voluntary recall of light truck models for a potential transmission defect. *tt | 08/25/2004 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 04020 | 11/10/2004 | 04020 | 10010763 | Safety recall: cl and tl automatic transmission second gear inspection. *tt | 12/10/2004 |
| 011303 | 01/13/2003 | 10000987 | Inspection of automatic transmissions with data trouble code p0710 displayed. *tt | 04/09/2003 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 02/22/2013 | 103000 | ||
| I was exactly halfway through a 350 mile road trip, driving uphill along a busy interstate in the left lane when, without warning, my 2001 acura 3.2 tl began losing speed despite continued throttle acceleration. the engine rpm's were climbing as if the transmission were in neutral. luckily, i was able to roll to right shoulder and come to a safe stop. my transmission shut down completely. the reverse and all drive gears behaved as neutral. i was left with only park and neutral. i opened the hood and smelled something burning. when i checked the transmission fluid it was black and smoking. just 3 hours earlier when i checked all my fluids before leaving, i noticed the transmission fluid was the normal shiny red. i was given no warning signs, no symptoms of shifting problems, and no console indication that my transmission was running hotter than normal. i understand that there was a recall on my year make and model, and that my transmission was included in that recall. why didn't acura fix this problem? my vehicle has only 103,000 mi; this shouldn't have happened. | |||
| 01/07/2013 | |||
| I spoke to a gentleman from the nhtsa on 2/6/13 who informed me that the recall pertaining to the 2001 acura tl transmission, 2nd to 3rd gear slippage that can result in transmission lockup and crash, is still valid through april of 2014, with no mileage restrictions and is to be replaced at the full cost of the manufacturer (nhtsa recall i.d. 04v176, acura recall i.d. p39). in an attempt to have a productive conversation with an acura client relations representative on 2/19/13, in hopes of having the transmission replaced as the vehicles transmission is deteriorating rapidly, i was told that the gentleman who i spoke with from the nhtsa was incorrect in the information he provided and that the recall has already expired. i would like the nhtsa to please contact myself and acura client relations, in writing, explaining that the recall pertaining to the 2001 acura tl transmission is still valid so that i may take the necessary steps in having the transmission replaced asap and avoid having a major incident as i fear for mine and my family's safety. | |||
| 01/07/2013 | 80316 | ||
| My complaint is toward acura relations and devan acura of norwalk, ct regarding a serious transmission problem. my transmission has been diagnosed with having a hard shift/slippage from 2nd to 3rd gear, which is part of recall, i.d. 48580. this type of problem can result in transmission lockup, which could result in a crash. a case manager from acura relations explained over the phone that if problem is recall related, the cost of repairs would be covered. unfortunately, even though devan acura of norwalk has determined that a hard shift/slippage from 2nd to 3rd gear exists, they never asked me what i felt comfortable doing, which my answer would be to replace the transmission, as it pertains to the recall, especially as promised by acura relations. devan acura of norwalk performed a transmission fluid flush to try and resolve the problem, which did not improve the drivability of the vehicle, as a hard shift/slippage still exists. please note that i paid for this vehicle brand new, in full, from devan acura of norwalk and do not appreciate feeling as though acura relations and devan acura of norwalk has shown a lack of concern towards mine and my family's safety, as they chose not to further assist in this matter and i fear for my family's safety driving this vehicle and would like it repaired as promised by acura relations (case number will be provided upon request). | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 12/01/2011 | 1 | ||
| 2001 acura tl. consumer states transmission jerks and bucks while driving *tgw the consumer stated just prior to attempting to back into his driveway, it was difficult to get the vehicle in reverse. there was some smoke in the engine compartment and fluid was leaking in the transmission area. the consumer discovered recall # 04v17600 was issued, but honda was not forthcoming about the recall and whether it had been performed. the dealer informed the consumer, the transmission had an internal failure and it was recommended that the transmission be replaced. *jb | |||
| 01/08/2002 | 36000 | 2 | 02/13/2001 |
| While driving at 65 mph, the vehicle lost power. the consumer pulled onto the shoulder and waited a few minutes. then the vehicle was restarted and everything was back to normal for a little while. after a mile or two, the vehicle jerked and lost power again. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that a new transmission was needed. this problem occurred again and another transmission was replaced. *ak the vehicle had been repaired. *sc the brakes were replaced. *jb | |||
| 12/09/2003 | 37000 | 1 | 12/26/2000 |
| While driving, the vehicle started to shake violently, the consumer was propelled toward the windshield and momentarily lost control of the vehicle. the consumer took the vehicle to dealer and after a diagnosis was performed, the consumer was told the automatic transmission failed. *ak *jb *nm | |||
| 12/06/2002 | 1 | 02/01/2001 | |
| No summary. dt | |||
| 12/06/2002 | |||
| Automatic transmission has failed with a wining sound and no response from accelerator depressed. the vehicle had to be towed to the dealership due to the system failing. the mechanics going to replace the entire transmission without identifying the actual cause. please describe details. ts | |||
| 10/21/2002 | 1 | 03/01/2002 | |
| Transmission failed on major interstate was towed to dealership. dt | |||
| 07/20/2002 | 1 | 07/01/2001 | |
| None | |||
| 06/01/2002 | |||
| Every now and then gear does not engage, sometimes on the highway vehicle loses power. problem intermittent. consumer feels this is very dangerous. dealer has been contacted.*ak | |||
| 08/22/2002 | 2 | 12/01/2000 | |
| I also have had some major transmission failures. my orginal transmission failed on the freeway while going apprx. 65 mph, the transmission appeared to down shift into park or first gear. this problem came without any warning. at those speeds you can only emagine what my back and neck felt like, not to mention all the cars that were skidding behind me attemping to avoid an accident. when this failure occurs there are no brake lights to indicate your slowing down or stopping. the transmission was replaced (no questions asked) than, around 1200 miles later another massive failure. again back to the dealer for them to replace the transmission and try again. this car should be removed from the streets and i should be paid back the money i've invested. these transmissions are a huge safty problem. could this problem get any worse ???????*ak | |||
| 08/01/2002 | 01/01/2001 | ||
| This same problem occurred with parent's 2002 acura tl type s and their transmission was replaced at 22000 miles (last week); additionally, there are identical complaints of this online - same car, same problem, same gear, etc.; this is very dangerous and people could easily be injured or killed. *ak | |||
| 12/30/2001 | 1 | 10/01/2000 | |
| These acuras are having a major problem, someone needs to step in before someone gets hurt driving them when a transmission goes or something else. *ak | |||
| 01/29/2002 | 0 | ||
| While driving automatic transmission would skip from first gear to second gear. had contacted dealer, but problem could not be fixed. please provide more information.*ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||
| 07/19/2002 | 3 | 03/01/2001 | |
| Approximately 17 months after date of purchase, i began having trouble with the transmission while driving out of town. the car had no power, which eventually lead to my not being able to put the car in reverse, without first having some sort of hesitation. the car was transported to the dealer on july 20th, and a remanufactured transimssion was installed in my car. on july 29th i took my car to the dealer with a complaint of a whistling noise that was heard upon exceleration. i was told that the car was operating to factory specifications. i took the car back on august 5th, because i was still hearing the noise upon exceleration, the noise was heard this time by the technician, and a remanufactured transmission was installed the second time. i took the car back on august 20th, for the third time, because the car had no pick up power upon exceleration, i was told that the transmission was slipping, and an a/b valve was installed. i took the car back for the fourth time, because i was having the same problem once again (the car had no pick up power upon excelerationto), the dealer notified me and said that it was once again the transmission and that they would have to order the transmission. nlm | |||