Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V132000 | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) | from 11/10/2004 to 11/23/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 1923 | 04/13/2005 | MFR | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) | 04/05/2005 | 04/01/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain passenger vehicles, a loose terminal in the main fuse box may cause the fuel pump to lose power. if the fuel pump becomes inoperative, the engine may not start. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the fuel pump loses power while driving the engine could stall without warning which could result in a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the entire fuse box free of charge. the recall began on april 13, 2005. owners may contact honda at 800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Honda recall nos. p73, p74.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 1205 | 12/16/2005 | 10018866 | Srs diagnostic trouble code 81-64. *tt | 01/19/2006 | |
| 05033 | 10/14/2005 | 05033 | 10017504 | Power mirrors, auto dimming mirror, power seat position memory, and windshield washer do not work. *tt | 11/09/2005 |
| 505 | 05/16/2005 | 10016276 | Power mirror, dpms inoperative, diagnostic trouble code b1843. *tt | 09/06/2005 | |
| 01162005 | 01/16/2005 | 10014777 | Seat memory function inoperable. *eh | 05/09/2005 | |
| 01162005 | 01/16/2005 | 10014771 | Pairing approved bluetooth phones to hands free link. *eh | 05/09/2005 | |
| 11162004 | 11/16/2004 | 10014556 | Outside temperature display reads. *eh | 05/04/2005 | |
| 11162004 | 11/16/2004 | 10014555 | Seat memory function inoperable. *eh | 05/04/2005 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | |||||
| SB-12-001 | 01/12/2012 | 10043249 | Acura: update on some model vehicles regarding testing of alternators with the gr8 alternator/starter tester (ast) module that is installed on gr8 diagnostic battery station. *pe | 03/06/2012 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - STARTER ASSEMBLY | |||||
| SB-12-001 | 01/12/2012 | 10043249 | Acura: update on some model vehicles regarding testing of alternators with the gr8 alternator/starter tester (ast) module that is installed on gr8 diagnostic battery station. *pe | 03/06/2012 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 03/14/2012 | |||
| The hands free link (hfl) modules have been failing resulting in a 200ma current drain. this results in the module shorting out and may subsequently result in a fire. i discovered this as a result of the battery draining to 5 volts overnight as well as a much high than normal temperature of the plastic cover under the hfl module. i removed the module according to acura service bulletin 05-020 dated september 23, 2005. | |||
| 08/01/2010 | |||
| Like others here my airbag in the passenger dash is cracked in a ring and i fear the airbag will malfunction, in addition if it doesn't malfunction, and deploys the plastic will be propelled with great force by the deplosion of airbag causing serious injury. i survived the failed transmissions, with numerous lock ups at highway speeds that caused a crash with injuries. i don't understand why acura and honda have not taken these warnings seriously, its obvious the safety risk, please stop playing with our lives and fix this problem. i also have a whine in my steering and replaced the power steering pump completely, it stills whines and is now leaking steering fluid and fumes coming into car and my wiper water quit spraying on my windshield. this is too much for a higher model car that cost a lot of money. oh and i have replaced my tires so many times due to the treat wearing off like every 20k miles! | |||
| 08/01/2011 | 60000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2005 acura tl. the contact stated that the dashboard was fractured and the airbag warning light was illuminated. the dealer and manufacturer were contacted but provided no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure was mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 60,100. kmj | |||
| 08/01/2011 | 60000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2005 acura tl. the contact stated that the dash board had a crack in it. the airbag warning light would illuminate on the instrument panel. the dealer and manufacturer directed the contact to the nhtsa. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure was mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 60,100. nw | |||
| 03/07/2010 | |||
| 2005 acura tl. consumer states possible electronic interference between a cell phone and the car's electronic control due to an incident while backing up. *tgw the consumer stated while trying to back into a tight parking space, he had his cell phone on the transmission lever over the metal top cover, possibly acting like an antenna. when he attempting to park, he went in the rear direction first, then went forward and backward again. when he placed the gear into reverse, the engine's rpm revved to maybe 4,000-5,000, then a strange noise occurred. the consumer turned the vehicle off then on again and the engine raced again. he picked up his cell phone and turned it off and placed it in the glove compartment and then the engine went back to normal. *jb | |||
| 01/04/2007 | 25000 | 2 | |
| 2005 acura tl..battery needed replaced twice and vehicle only has 60k miles. *tr | |||
| 07/01/2009 | 48000 | 1 | |
| 2005 acura tl battery dies unexpected leaving motorist stranded, 2nd battery in 4 years. possible cause is hands free phone link does not release. numerous reports of this battery dieing problem on internet forums. *tr | |||
| 01/01/2008 | 37000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2005 acura tl. immediately after the vehicle was purchased in november of 2007, it began idling roughly and the engine vibrated. a few months later, while driving approximately 60-65 mph, the vehicle stalled and would not restart. approximately 15 minutes later, the vehicle restarted and the contact drove to his residence. later that week, the vehicle was driven to the dealer for a diagnostic and they stated that the failure was due to build up in the fuel injector. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact also noticed that the vehicle would crank slowly in the mornings. he returned the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the battery was defective. the battery was replaced; however, the failures persisted. the oxygen sensor, fuel ratio sensor, and the alternator belt were all replaced. after the most recent repairs, the vehicle stalled again and has not been repaired since. the vin was unknown. the current mileage was 41,000 and failure mileage was 37,000. remailed 12/05/08 | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||
| 09/01/2009 | 2 | ||
| Consumer's dad purchased a 2005 acura tl that have faulty tires and other problems. *nj within two weeks of purchasing the vehicle, the consumers dad had to return to the dealer, because the door seal needed to replaced and the battery died. the consumer was also left stranded when one of the tires disintegrated. the consumer picked the vehicle up from her dad and while driving, another tire failed. *jb | |||
| 01/10/2009 | 21000 | 1 | 01/15/2006 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2005 acura tl. while driving 20 mph, the contact heard a loud popping and grinding noise. he exited the vehicle and noticed that the driver's side wheel was bent outwards from the hood. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the lower ball joint failed and caused the wheel to come off. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer advised the contact to call the dealer to determine the cause of the failure. after further investigation, it was determined that the dealer was the cause of the failure and no compensation would be made. the failure and current mileages were 21,000. updated 04/24/09.*lj the consumer stated the upon delivery of the vehicle, it pulled strongly to the right while driving. the dealer dignaosed the vehicle without even looking at it, by saying it was the torque steer. on one occasion, the vehicle failed to start. the consumer still contined to complain about the vehicle pulling to the right. at times the vehicle would pop out of or grind into third gear. the lower ball joint had failed. it ripped out the drive shaft, bent the lower control arm, damaged the body and leaked transmission fluid all over the road. updated 04/29/09.*jb | |||