Table 1 shows three common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1998 Acura TL. The number one most common problem is related to the manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (eleven problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine exhaust system (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems | |
| Engine Exhaust System problems | |
| Emission Control problems |
I own an Acura 2. 5 Tl model year 1998. I was informed by dealer last year that there was an exhaust manifold leak in the engine. The dealer quoted $2000 to fix the problem. I have not had it fixed so far, but I fear that the exhaust fumes were infiltrating the cabin, and we were breathing Read details...
My 1998 Acura 2. 5 Tl has had noticeable exhaust leak into the passenger compartment from about 100,000 miles point, since January 2008l about one year ago. All the outside smells come right in even though I always have vents and air cond or heater set to "inside air only" setting. Read details...
1998 Acura Tl. Consumer writes in regards to defective or cracked exhaust manifold and seeks goodwill assistance. The consumer stated the check engine code indicated a faulty oxygen sensor and there were exhaust fumes entering the vehicle. Read details...