Structure Related Problems of the 2003 Acura TL

Table 1 shows six common structure related problems of the 2003 Acura TL. The number one most common problem is related to the body (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the frame rust (four problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Acura TL


Recently reported Structure problems of the 2003 Acura TL

The Body problem

This complaint is in regards to the 2003 Acura model Tl, which is made by Honda and seems to have a notorious car frame rust/rot problem due to designing the ac compressor drain line to dump water directly onto the cars front subframe/engine cradle causing it/them to be compromised to a serious   Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

The passenger side subframe has rust damage. The driver side subframe does not have rust damage. The rust damage is occurring from the top of the frame, caused by the air conditioner drainage line dripping on top of the frame.   Read details...

The Underbody Shield problem

A plug fell out of the passenger side rear wheel well holding the plastic body material to the fender. It fell out and caused me to find a metal screw to hold it in place, I went to the dealer to see if they would repair/give me a new plug, I was told that it would cost me $254,00 & labor and   Read details...


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