Table 1 shows three common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2013 Acura TL.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine Burning Oil problems | |
| Engine Belts And Pulleys problems | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems |
Burns engine oil.
The contact owns a 2013 Acura Tl. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and running, he heard abnormal rattling sounds coming from the hood of the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to drive the vehicle; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the serpentine belt had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while driving. The contact stated that he contacted the manufacturer but was unable to reach a representative. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
The 2013 Acura Tl has a problem with the pistons in the engine causing excessive oil consumption. This was the subject matter of a class action described in the website Acura oil consumption settlement. This part should be recalled and american Honda should be required to repair or replace the pistons in the engine.