general problems of the 2004 Acura TL

Small crack started at center of dashboard near the window. In 1 day it has wrapped almost completely around the drivers side of the dashboard and is nearly 2 feet long now. My 1989 Honda accord had a better looking dash after 23 years. This is a major safety issue and needs fixed ASAP by Acura.

Dash board passenger side air bags area and driver side 2 speaker cracked.

I got in my car yesterday after work, to find a crack over 6 inches long on the passenger side dashboard, near where the airbag would be located. Apparently this is a very common problem. Most are reporting more cracks appearing and the cracks growing longer in size. I assume my dash will do the same as everyone else's and become worse. I believe it is temperature/heat related (expansion/contraction) but is no fault of my own. Can you say recall!!!.

My wife drives the car on a regular basis. On 5/21/12 she advised a crack @ 2" had developed on the passenger side dash over the air bag. On 5/22/12 the crack had enlarged and is now @ 4" long.

I recently noticed two large cracks that appeared in the dashboard on the passenger side above what I believe to be the airbag compartment. One day they were just there and were not the result of an accident. I have not taken the vehicle to the dealer, as there is more than enough written about this problem to know what the answer will be. This appears to be caused by inferior materials and poor engineering used in a high end vehicle. It's embarrassing for Acura to say the least. I have a 1989 Toyota supra and the dash is in perfect condition, so I don't want to hear "normal wear and tear", that's bull. Acura needs to step up to the plate and be accountable. As others have stated, there could also be links to air bag failure or pre-mature deployment, which would be a much more serious issue. We pay a significant price from our hard earned dollars for these upscale vehicles. We should not have to pay for Acura's choice to use cheap material and poor designs. Now is the time for the consumer protection industry to step in and take action since the individual is left to the mercy of the manufacturer.

Major crack has developed on passenger side of dash board along the passenger air bag and air bag safety light is coming on and off sporadically on dash board. This is a huge safety concern for me. I have found that this is common problem on Acura Tl's, and is not being addressed as a recall or safety concern by Acura/Honda. The cost of repair is huge, and for a car costing as much as this one cost, it is completely unacceptable for such pre-mature failure.

The contact owns a 2004 Acura Tl. The contact stated that the dashboard was fractured in the area where the air bag was located. The dealer advised the contact to replace the dashboard. The manufacturer had not been notified nor was the vehicle repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.

The dashboard on my 2004 Acura Tl has cracked in multiple location. The cracks go vertically from the winsheild to the other edge of the dashboard. .

The contact owns a 2004 Acura Tl. The contact stated that the passenger side air bag panel, on the dashboard, was split open where the air bags were visible. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated the vehicle was manufactured in that manner and it was not under recall. In addition, the dealer could not confirm that if the vehicle was involved in a crash that the air bags would deploy. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised that they would pay a percentage of the repair costs. The failure mileage was 64,000.

Dashboard has developed deep, long cracks in a square surrounding the passenger side air bag. Manufacturer should recall this extremely common safety problem immediately.

2004 Acura Tl has developed 2 large cracks over the air bags in the dash board of my car. I am concerned not only about the appearance but my safety in the event of an accident. Will it deploy properly or will it go off on its own while I am driving down the road?.

I noticed a large crack on the passenger side dashboard running along the left side of the airbag compartment, we haven't had any accidents or anything that would cause this, I had the car inspected by the dealership where we purchased the car (new) in 2004 and I was told it was considered a cosmetic problem and that it would not interfere with airbag deployment. . . Also to replace the dashboard would cost $1200! I personally feel that Acura should be forced to issue a recall and replace the dashboard before someone dies because the passenger-side airbag either deploys wrong or not at all!.

Dash on passenger side of 2004 Acura Tl cracked exactly as depicted on many sites afecting owners of such make & model. This is a failure consistent with its mfg year and should be repaired under warranty.

2004 Acura Tl - dash has a 2' crash on the passenger side running top to bottom and into srs airbag area. Crack started at 90, 000 miles. Dealership acknowledged problem but since car is out of warranty wants $580. 00 to fix. This crack may seriously affect airbag deployment on passenger side.

The contact owns a 2004 Acura Tl. The contact stated that there was a crack above the passenger side air bag and he could see the air bag imprint. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the dashboard needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that he would have to repair the vehicle at his own expense. The current mileage was approximately 103,000. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

The car has developed huge cracks around the passenger side airbag. I am concerned that the cracks might cause my passenger side airbag not to work properly. The driver's side leather seat also begin to come apart.

Bought this car in the dark. Next morning I discovered the entire dash on both sides is split. I don't have another 10k to spend on a vehicle but am terrified of driving in it with my children as the airbag seems to be where the spreading started. Please help!!!!.

Dash board driver to passenger side many large long cracks. Acura Tl owners get no response from Acura motor company on this defect.

The contact owns a 2004 Acura Tl. The vehicle has goodyear eagle tires. The contact stated that there was a TSB number 05-076 that was issued by Acura. The TSB pertains to tire wear when the vehicle is loaded. The contact purchased brand new tires in December of 2007. He took a road trip with 5,000 miles on the tires. The trip was 5,600 miles. While driving 75 mph, he noticed that the tires were bald a couple of days ago. He called the Acura dealer and informed them of the failure. The dealer stated that they would repair the tires with the towing issue and the TSB, but would not replace the tires. The tires are both on the rear of the vehicle. The tire size was unknown. The failure mileage was 29,000. Updated 09/10/08 the consumer didn't believe the problem was with the tires. He believed it had to do with the poor design of the vehicle. The consumer stated there was extra weight in the rear of the vehicle, in his case was about 300lbs comprised of suitcases and his daughter in the back seat (the suitcases were in the trunk). When he arrived home, he noticed the tread on the tires had worn down to nothing. Updated 09/10/08.