Transmission Noise problems of the 2003 Acura TL

Three problems related to transmission noise have been reported for the 2003 Acura TL. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Acura TL based on all problems reported for the 2003 TL.

1 Transmission Noise problem

Failure Date: 03/14/2017

The contact owns a 2003 Acura Tl. While driving various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle made a whining noise coming from the transmission. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 04v176000 (power train). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 87,000.

2 Transmission Noise problem

Failure Date: 03/16/2005

Fourth transmission and today started making noises again and my Acura extended care extended warranty expires in 4000 miles.

3 Transmission Noise problem

Failure Date: 10/04/2004

Nhtsa recall 04v176000 concerning transmission failure. After having revising the oil cooler return line consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the transmission. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, but cause could not be determined.




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