general problems of the 2005 Acura TL

My dashboard recently developed a crack about 6 inches in length on the passenger side dashboard where the airbag is located. I have read where multiple incidences like mine have been recorded for this vehicle & Acura apparently is not accepting responsibility for the obvious defect in this model.

The contact owns a 2005 Acura Tl. The contact stated that the dashboard exhibited hairline fractures that began at the windshield and extended to the air bag and glove compartment area. The dealer advised the contact that the dashboard needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 142,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Acura Tl. The contact stated that the dashboard material was severely cracked at the windshield area and the passenger side air bag. The dealer was contacted and advised that they would contact the manufacturer for further assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 70,000. Updated 03/16/lj.

2005 Acura Tl. Consumer writes in regards to dashboard split repairs the consumer stated there are seven jagged cracks; starting with the most severe which are over the passenger airbag and ending at the instrument panel.

I own a 2005 Acura Tl and purchased it new. I enjoy the car, however, noticed a crack that formed directly over the passenger's side airbag impression on the dashboard in August of 2011. The car had approximately 75,000 miles on it at the time, and has always been garage kept. I now have 83,000 miles on the vehicle, and the original crack that formed has now grown vertically from where the dash connects to the windshield all the way down to the glove box access. Additionally, several other cracks have formed around the passenger's side airbag impression on the dash, and most recently, I have a crack that formed on the driver's side of the dash. I have owned three other Honda/Acura products, and have never experienced this issue before. I have contacted the dealer several times, and right now am in the process of having a regional manager review my case. Even before hearing back from the regional manager, the dealer has already informed me that some "capital participation" will be required from me, and that the dashboard costs $1,850 not including tax. I am waiting to hear back what they will do for me, but based upon other comments from other Tl owners I have seen on-line, I am not overly optimistic. Obviously aesthetics are a factor in this case, but more importantly, I am worried about safety of any passenger that may be riding in my car.

The contact owns a 2005 Acura Tl. The contact stated that the dashboard was fractured and the airbag warning light was illuminated. The dealer and manufacturer were contacted but provided no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure was mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 60,100.

Tl- the contact owns a 2005 Acura Tl. The contact stated the dashboard on the vehicle has a two feet long crack and it is directly over the air bag on the passenger side. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told the crack would not cause any problems, but the contact stated the air bag light comes on from time to time. The manufacturer stated the dashboard was not covered under warranty. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 52,000 and the current mileage was 57,000. Rl.

Dashboard developed several massive cracks overnight. One crack is 12" and is over the passenger side airbag.

Crack started on passenger airbag in the dashboard. Now it has spread all throughout the dash and I am concerned with the safety of the car due to the cracks which have formed along the airbag. Have done research and it seems that it is a fairly common problem among this model car.

Factory dashboard developed a 12 inch crack over the passenger airbag at 5 years, 83,000 miles. Crack appeared suddenly as opposed to a slow progression. Not used any cleaning products but was exposed to heat and sun under normal conditions of south florida. Car is not under factory warranty however Acura dealership explained that they have observed this happening to other Tls and the company was offering a "good will" where customers would pay between $250 and $500 for the replacement of the dashboard while Acura headquarters would cover the rest. The actual amount to be paid by the owner is suggested by the dealership on behalf of the owner and the final amount is decided by Acura headquarters. Total cost of the job is approximately $1,700. Acura accepted a good will for my vehicle in the amount of $250, which was my initial offer, and repaired the dash in 3 days while providing a loaner vehicle for the duration of the repair at no additional cost.

Dashboard appears to be defective and cracked along the full right edge of the airbag compartment, which presents a potential safety hazard in the event the airbag is deployed or needs to deploy.

Dashboard on my 2005 Acura has cracked in three places, one right over the passenger airbag, I have complained to Acura, but this happened after the warranty ended.