Brake Sensor problems of the 2005 Acura TL

Two problems related to brake sensor have been reported for the 2005 Acura TL. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Acura TL based on all problems reported for the 2005 TL.

1 Brake Sensor problem

Failure Date: 02/20/2013

The contact owns a 2005 Acura Tl. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 mph, the brakes engaged independently without warning. The failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the yaw sensor chip needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

2 Brake Sensor problem

Failure Date: 07/16/2009

Engine noise: a vibration and low buzzing sound in 5th gear caused by normal engine vibration at around 1,500 rpm, requiring a vibration damper near the rear motor mount. Also causing vibration on steering wheel at normal highways speed limits. And causing tires to cup and get bald. Very dangerous to drive on freeway causing steering to be very erratic due to vibration from front and rear broken engine mounts. Check-engine light: the check engine light may illuminate and a trouble code for the coolant sensor may be stored, but the problem is most likely a software glitch in the engine control module brakes: brake pedal may feel spongy or have excessive travel due to air in the brake lines requiring replacement of the vsa modulator. (2004-06) total repair cost so far. . . Item name repair cost a/c compressor $1,320 alternator $780 automatic transmission or transaxle $3,460 brakes $1,320 exhaust system $890 radiator $920 shocks and/or struts $3,200 timing chain or belt $1,050.


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