Two problems related to equipment have been reported for the 2009 Acura TL. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2009 Acura TL based on all problems reported for the 2009 TL.
The Acura key has a hinge on it with a release button and a spring where the keys open when the button is pressed and the key locks in place. The locking mechanism on the hinge failed. This means that when enough items are on a keychain on the key the weight will rotate the keys into a lever and pull the car into the off position on its own while driving on the road. My car has turned off without warning due to the key hinge lock failure on the highway ant speed and well as on bumpy roads and at stoplights.
Hood falls suddenly when open. Struts have failed to hold the hood open securely. I have reported this problem to the dealer ( Acura of santa monica California) and they told me it was probably due to hot weather in los angeles. Now, the second time, it has happened in winter when the la temperatures are in the 60's. This is a dangerous problem and should not happen. I came very close to seriously injuring my hand or losing a finger!!!.
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