Transmission Failure problems of the 2002 Acura TL - part 1

Transmission failure for second time. First failed after vehicle was 4 years old with 30,000 miles in 2005. Acura stated the transmission was defective and replaced it with a new one under warranty. Second one failed after car had 103,500 miles on it 8/21/15 even though I followed the maintenance prescribed by the manufacturer. Acura refused to participate in any of the cost of $5,100 quoted by the dealer for a re-manufactured unit. When the unit failed the car would lose all power to the wheels presenting a dangerous condition in that vehicles behind could have easily rear ended me. In other instances the car would not shift up properly and then lose all power which if this occurred in busy traffic could have resulted in a serious accident. Acura is full aware of the defects in their transmission and have tried to present it as an incident that only affects some of their vehicles and that the problem was fixed with an update to the transmissions. I feel this is not true and you may agree with all the complaints being filed. Clearly although these are older cars at this point the problem remains and can pose a danger. I hope serious injury or worse does not have to occur before something is done. Also, Acura should have covered this because the problem has not been cured.

I bought my Acura February 2011. Since then I have had 2 transmission failures and have spent well over $1400. 00 each time I got it fixed by the certified mechanic. I still have my receipts and only got a 1 year warranty first time and a 3 month warranty this past time . It seems like I am paying more for the transmission alone than the value of the car. The engine is great but I am afraid the transmission is going to fail again and I cannot afford to buy another car or fix the problem if it does fail again. This is a concern for me because the first failure was very scary for me and my family. We were driving up a steep hill to overview a city we visited and the transmission shut down and we were inclined. I did not know how to approach this situation with 3 minor children and as a single mother. It was very overwhelming and I was petrified. Then come to find out not so long later after getting the transmission fixed, the transmission went out again. I am very concerned and have blogged and read alot of complaints about this car. You can youtube google all kinds of info on these Acuras with constant transmission problems. I think the manufacturer intended on this malfunction for profit as a automechanic. It is very unfair, unsafe, unjust with them selling cars that do not last 5000 miles and then have the transmission fail over and over. I am the owner of the 2002 Acura. Please keep me informed about this car and if there is any way someone can help me get warranty for free because it is really unfair. Thank you for your time and concern. God bless what you guys and girls are doing.

Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Acura Tl. The contact stated that the transmission failed and was replaced on three occasions. The manufacturer covered the costs of all three repairs because they were aware of the design flaws. The failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 184,205. Sm.

Transmission failure 2002 Acura 3. 2 Tl failure occurs after driving for 20 minutes, results in difficulty in shifting and interfers with maintaning safe driving. Attempt to correct failure by manufacturer was unsuccessful in 2004 and repeated failures were in evidence in 2011.

On 7/23/10, while traveling east bound on I-95 outside of savannah, GA at approximately 75 mph in my 2002 Acura Tl type-s, I noticed white smoke in my rear view mirror. Initially I ignored it and assumed it was dust from the interstate. After traveling a few hundred feet, I looked and noticed the smoke was still there. I immediately looked down at my rpm gauge and found it near the red line without any forward momentum and wondered if this was another transmission failureit was. At the time of the failure I was in the far left lane of a four-lane interstate. I only had seconds to try and clear the lanes and reach the shoulder on the right side as cars sped by me. It was a harrowing event. This is the third transmission failure over the life of the vehicle despite NHTSA involvement in 12/02. Unlike the other failures, there were no warnings of the catastrophic event. The vehicle was towed to southern motors Acura in savannah, GA. A fourth remanufactured transmission was placed in the vehicle 7 years after Acura informed NHTSA they fixed the problem. I believe these remanufactured transmission are unsafe and have the potential to create vehicle crashes causing seriously bodily injured or death.

I own 2002 Acura 3. 2 Tl, it was serviced all the time at Acura dealerships, currently have about 82,500 miles on odometer. My transmission a few days ago started making harsh shifts in the range 20-40 mph. Today I experienced a critical situation on highway, when pulled in from the ramp at the speed about 60 miles per hour, my car accidentally lowered to rpm lower than 1000 and then after a second accelerated again. I was scared to speed it up again above 60 mph, and went out of highway on next exit. Then I brought the car to dealership right after this event. Technician found that my transmission failed and requires replacement, which going to cost me with work about $6000. This is the first serious issue with my car engine in whole history of use. Strange, dealers of illlinois, michigan and californioa were telling us all the time that we are very careful customers and keep our car in very good condition. It is truly very clean with only defect in it - transmission. We want to know - what we did wrong?.

Transmission failed - could have caused a major issue if it happened on the highway. Acura knows about the failed transmissions but never did a recall and will not pay to fix.

Automatic transmission failed between 137,000-138,000 miles. Acura alleges power train upgrade was installed. Independent transmission repair dealer stated the transmission did not have required upgrade.

The contact owns a 2002 Acura Tl. The contact stated that the vehicle was hesitant when attempting to accelerate from a stop. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic and they advised that the transmission was failing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

Transmission has failed and been replaced twice. Car still not running right. Nm.

: the contact stated while traveling 50 mph, the transmission failed. The vehicle was pulled over, and driven to the dealership at speeds below 20 mph. The transmission was replaced. Two years later, the problem reoccurred. The vehicle was pushed to the side of the road and was not inspected by a mechanic.

Transmission failure. Known problem for 1999-2002 Acura Tl, but all Honda/Acura does to fix the problem, is replace it with another transmission that fails again. Slips, disengages, and stalls in the middle of the street.

Transmission failed in 2002 Acura Tl-s. The car would rev when the gas pedal was pushed but the car would not accelerate over 20 mph. Then the car slowed down and would not accelerate at all and was not moving.

Acura Tl type-s (2002) transmission failure at 34,500 miles. Transmission failed 2-3 months after service at an authorized Acura dealer which supposedly included installation of the oil kit recommended in the recall notice from Honda\Acura. Installation of said kit was to have provided a permanent repair. Notifed car was ready for pickup 1/27/05 - picked up 1/28 and drove approx. 8 miles to work - car overheated. Returned to dealership 6 hours later - car overheated again with temp gauge going past the high point off the scale. Told it will be re-evaluated on 1/31/05.

My 2002 Acura Tls was recalled by Honda na for possible transmission failure. I responded to the recall & took the car to my local dealer. After doing the work required by Honda na, I drove the car home. Approximately 2 weeks later, the transmission failed. Honda na refuses to replace or repair the transmission because the car is out of warranty. I have already replaced 2 (two) transmissions in this car because of failure at my expense. In my opinion, they need to honor the recall notice & replace this transmission. Currently, the car is setting in the garage unable to drive. I would not have taken the car in to the dealer if it were not for the recall notice. The transmission worked fine until the required recall work was done.

Recall campaign defective transmission. The first transmission failed at 48,000 miles and again at 72,000 miles.

Transmission failed, causing car to come to a complete jolting stop and causing the axle to break over the force of the stop. Dealer has stated this is common with 90% of all 2000-2002 Acura Tl's. . Manafacture defect.

Transmission failure. My vehicle will soon have its fourth transmission installed due to a manufacturer's defect. The transmissions have been replaced in the past under the extended warranty given by the manufacturer. However they are using reconditioned transmissions to replace the failed units.

The vehicle's transmission failed.

I have a 2002 Acura Tl type s, and it has had its transmission replaced approximately 8 months ago. Yesterday my check engine light came on, and I have taken it to the dealer. The dealership has notified me saying that a part inside the transmission has failed, and is now being ordered. The part will take a little over a week to come in. I find this to be ridiculous, to have to take my car in for transmission problems.

2002 Acura Tl transmission failure with less than 27000 miles on the car. Acura repalced the transmission.

Transmission failed while driving on the inter state. Vehicle started jerking, and would'nt accelerate to speed of more than 5 mph, before failing to accelerate at all. Vehicle was towed to the dealership, where the transmission was replaced under warranty. The cause of the transmission failure was not provided to the consumer.

At approximately 35,000 my 2002 Acura Tl 3. 2 type s experienced major transmission failure - complete loss of third gear. The dealership where we bought the car replaced the transmission with a "new" unit. I specifically asked if the unit was new and they told me it was indeed. After one week, the shift pattern was still quite rough and we smelled burnt transmission fluid. We returned the car tot he dealership for evaluation - they discovered metal particle contamination in the transmission. The dealer advised us that the car needed another transmission - this time I verified that the replacement transmission was not new, but a remanufactured unit (the same as the previous replacement). Our vehicle had the third transmission installed - however, I am extremely disappointed in the level of customer service displayed by Acura and its representatives.

Transmission failed without warning. When the consumer put the shifter into drive the vehicle would not move forward. The dealer replaced the transmission.

I have a 2002 Acura Tl, transmission failed after 34000 miles. I know Acura has a problem, but are they doing anything to fix it. I manage to keep the car steadily on the highway, doing 80 mph when it failed with my wife and son in the car. But I could lose control and hit other cars which I almost did. I know if it was my mom driving it she would have lost control of the car. They need to let us know if this car is safe anymore, at least I need to know.

Automatic transmission failure on Acura 2002 Tl type s.

My transmission died on 21 Nov 2003, @ 42,500 miles. The dealer replaced it. Again, I suffered a failure, on 23 Jan 2004. . . I thought it was the transmission again, but dealer stated it was the idle air control valve. . . Which - he said. . . Can mimic transmission failure due tio improper engine commands. I'm not sure I believe this. This is an Acura 3. 2 Tl/type s model.

The transmission issues in the 2002 Acura Tl type s do not appear to be corrected by replacing the transmission. We purchased a certified pre-owned Tl type s less than 3 months ago and found out afterwards (dealer did not disclose) that it had two transmissions replaced prior within 29,000 miles. After driving the car 3,874 miles the transmission began displaying problems. The dealer checked it and determined yet another transmission replacement was necessary. Less than one week after this third replacement, the transmission failed again. This vehicle is not safe for anyone to drive and Acura's attempt to sweep this issue under the rug by offering an extended warranty will do nothing in the event of a major accident.

Multiple (3) transmission failures.

The transmission failed on the highway. The vehicle was towed and the transmission was replaced.

Transmission failed after 27000 miles. Noticed slipping several months ago, brought car in and was told nothing was wrong. Transmission wouldn't engage while driving on a busy street. Towed car to dealer. Dealer said don't be surprised if it happens again. I'm very disappointed in Acura and the NHTSA. Rear view mirror also failed, will not dim. Cd player was replaced at 8000 miles.

The contact owns a 2002 Acura 3. 2tl. The contact states that in August 2003 the transmission failed, causing the passenger to move forward. Transmission went out again on June 28, 2005. Both times vehicle was unable to accelerate . One month ago he got into an accident going about 5-8 mph because the vehicle lurched forward. Manufacturer has extended the warranty.

Transmission has failed 2 times in 30,500 mi. It was replaced at 15,000 and now at 30,500 mi. I was assured the first replacement would take care of the problem. Both times the transmission failed up hill. Very close to an accident. I took the car in 5 months prior to fail to have the transmission checked. Acura said there was no problem.

I own a 2002 Acura 3. 2 Tl, type s. My transmission has failed twice. The first time it failed, I had just exited the interstate and had my 3 year old in the car with me. I made it off the road safely, but it made me realize how dangerous it would have been for this to occur on the interstate. The first time it failed, the dealership replaced the transmission with a new one. Friday, June 20, 2003 my transmission failed the second time. This time the dealer said that Acura does not have any more new transmissions and they want to give me a remanufactured one. I find this very discomforting that Acura/Honda wants to give me a previously failed transmission. I don't understand why Acura would not have enough new transmissions for their customers. I don't feel I should subject my family to further danger. I feel I have the right to a new part as the car is within the warranty period.

Transmission failure. Replaced may 2003. Transmission failing again.