Automatic Transmission Torque Converter problems of the 2003 Acura TL

Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Acura Tl. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, the vehicle started to exhibit problems shifting where it would hesitate and then go into the next gear very hard. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the torque converter clutch circuit had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 173,000. Wh.

Vehicle was driving at 65 miles on highway and suddenly shifted to lower gear withot prior warning. Looks to be a trans torque converter .

Dear safercar. Gov, I have a 2003 Acura 3. 2 Tl navi. It has approximately 132,800 miles on it as of 30 November 2013 (car is in shop, so I can't verify exact mileage). On Saturday, 30 Nov 2013, I took it in to Acura, because the engine check light is on. I also asked that the transmission be checked, because it didn't seem to be engaging correctly. This model as well as other Acura model vehicles, etc, had a previous recall on the transmission (2004). I also previously had to have the car towed (26 Aug 2004) to Acura because the transmission failed while driving and the car broke down. The car has been well-maintained - body and mechanically, I had the 120k service performed on 22 October 2012, where mileage was 125,226. On 11 March 2011, I had the transmission fluid flush service performed. The service record states "flush entire unit of all old and suspended debris using a safe and effective cleaner to dissolve the varnish and gums in the transmission & torque converter. Install new transmission fluid to factory specification. Today (01 Dec 2013), I was told that the entire transmission and some associated parts need to be replaced and will cost me between $4000 to $5000 (estimated now, but could go up). It's difficult for me to fathom that this transmission was verified to manufacturer specs in 2011 and now a complete failure at 132800. I believe this transmission failure is the result of the previous problems, as stated in the recall. The recall I'm citing is from NHTSA in April 2004. The NHTSA campaign id number 04v176000; recall date: 13 April 2004; component: power train: automatic transmission; potential number of units affected: 1,099,796. As a result of the history of problems with this transmission, and the recall, I'm requesting assistance in having this transmission replaced by Acura at no cost to me. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6) 2003 Acura Tl 3. 2, [xxx] mileage: 55,189 after driving for a few minutes, auto transmission does not pull, similar to the transmission being placed in "neutral". Acura taken to leith Acura, cary, nc on 4/14/10. Dealer service dept identified the following computer codes: p0740-torque converter clutch, p0730-gear incorrect ratio, & p0700-shift malfunction. Based on these codes, dealer recommended transmission & torque converter to be replaced (total cost approx $ 3400). Dealer contacted the regional Acura office, which provided a 45% adjustment to the original cost. Net charge by dealer $ 1,783. 19. This vehicle was subject to a recall in 2003-04 (NHTSA campaign id # 04v176000). The modification to this safety recall was completed on 9/10/2004 by tischer Acura, laurel, MD with mileage @ 8,426. Per the invoice from tischer & since the mileage was less than 15,000, the recall instructed the dealer to "install an oil jet kit", which was completed. Note, if the vehicle had more than 15,000 miles, the safety recall instructed the dealer to "replace the transmission". Based upon the history of this particular Acura, I believe the dealer in 2004 should have replaced the transmission instead of installing an oil jet kit. Many Acuras manufactured prior to the 2004 model had serious "transmission problems" which were included in other "recalls".

My automatic transmission was slipping into 3rd gear on my 2003 Tl-s. I had it rebuilt at 73,900 miles. The torque converter had failed and was loosing hydraulic pressure & overheating. I bought this car new in 2003. It's a late 2003 VIN and Acura would not cover it under warranty. My dealership wanted $3,750 plus tax to replace it. An independent shop did the work for $2,600 incl tax with a 12 month 12,000 mile warranty.

2003 Acura 3. 2tl type s transmission fell out of gear on the highway at 17,014 miles. The consumer's vehicle was not covered under the extended warranty because Acura limited the warranty to certain vins. The consumer had the transmission and torque converter replaced at his expense.

2003 Acura 3. 2 Tl fell out of gear four times while driving on the highway. The consumer's vehicle was not covered under the extended warranty because Acura limited the warranty to certain vins. The consumer had the transmission and torque converter replaced at his expense.

2003 Acura has vibration in lower gears when shifting and a humming noise. The dealer found internal transmission component failure. The transmission and torque converter was replaced.

The engine light went on suddenly at 11,000 miles making a clunking noise. Was in repair 15 days. Rebuilt automatic transmission & torque converter was replaced as well as broken engine mount. At 19,713 engine light went on again failure vsa & ecm units replaced. At 25,596 miles engine light goes on,transmission does not go into reverse due to internal failure, replaced pcm & transmission (rebuilt)lock-up control solinoid assembly, replaced lost transmission fluid. Left dealer's service dept & upon reaching home, engine light came on, had to return back to service dept. On the way, the vehicle suddenly & without notice locked 6 times at 50 mph, decelerated down to 30 mph making booming noises, car behind almost crashed into my vehicle, had to pull over, slowly driving to dealer scared to death as the vehicle was so erratic & making booming noises. My son was driving, called me on his cell phone as to his experience, finally made it to the service dept. Honda/Acura voluntarily extended warranty in 2002 on the transmissions due to defects as well as in 2003 offered enhanced pcm powertrain service due to defects in another notification. Nhtsa conducted investigation & should have recalled the 3. 2tl type s vehicles as well as other models as they can potentially cause serious injuries and/or death to everyone concerned without notice at highway speeds especially. These transmission defects were known by Honda/Acura yet vehicles were being sold to the public anyway. Honda/Acura now claims the 2004 models will be redesigned. Does this include their faulty transmissions? who can you ask if nhsta allows this to occur year after year. Leasing this vehicle requires prayers that no one gets killed. Yes, I'm angry!! a vehicle should be enjoyed & not a hazard that cannot be corrected.