2010 Acura TL

The 2010 Acura TL is a midsize luxury sedan known for its performance, handling, and comfortable interior. It is available with two engine options: a 3.5-liter V6 with 280 horsepower and 254 lb-ft of torque, and a 3.7-liter V6 with 305 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options include a 5-speed automatic for the 3.5-liter engine and a 6-speed automatic for the 3.7-liter engine.

Engine

3.5-liter V6

• Intake Manifold Runner Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty starting the engine, rough idle, reduced power
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V625000
• Timing Chain Guide Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Rattling noise from the engine, loss of power, engine failure
  • Solution: Replace timing chain guide and tensioner
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

3.7-liter V6

• Valve Spring Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, loss of power, check engine light
  • Solution: Replace valve springs
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V476000

Transmission

5-speed Automatic (3.5-liter V6)

• Transmission Control Module (TCM) Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Transmission shifts erratically, vehicle may not move
  • Solution: Replace TCM
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

6-speed Automatic (3.7-liter V6)

• Torque Converter Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Transmission slippage, shuddering, overheating
  • Solution: Replace torque converter
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front Lower Control Arm Bushing Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking noise from the front end, uneven tire wear
  • Solution: Replace control arm bushings
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
• Rear Shock Absorber Mount Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Thumping noise from the rear of the vehicle, excessive bouncing
  • Solution: Replace shock absorber mounts
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600

Electrical

• Battery Drain:
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery goes dead after sitting for a period of time
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair the source of the drain (e.g., faulty component or wiring)
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
• Alternator Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Dimming lights, electrical malfunctions, battery not charging
  • Solution: Replace alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000

Interior

• Sunroof Leak:
  • Description/Symptoms: Water leaks into the cabin from around the sunroof
  • Solution: Replace sunroof seals or adjust sunroof alignment
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
• Power Seat Switch Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Power seat controls do not work
  • Solution: Replace power seat switch
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300+

Exterior

• Headlight Condensation:
  • Description/Symptoms: Moisture builds up inside the headlights
  • Solution: Replace headlight assemblies or seal the headlights
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
• Fog Light Housing Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Fog lights become loose or fall off
  • Solution: Replace fog light housing
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200

Summary

The 2010 Acura TL generally has a good reputation for reliability. However, some owners have reported issues with the intake manifold, timing chain, and valve springs on the engine, as well as transmission control module failures on the automatic transmissions. Suspension issues such as control arm bushing failures and shock absorber mount failures can also arise. Electrical problems like battery drain and alternator failures have been reported, and the vehicle may also experience sunroof leaks, power seat switch failures, headlight condensation, and fog light housing failures. The severity of these issues varies, but many can be expensive to repair, costing over $1,000 in some cases. It is important to note that not all owners will experience these issues, and the frequency of occurrence varies.