2005 Acura TL Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 2%of 388 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 47,800miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2005 Acura TL, 2% of the 388 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 47,800 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The car experiences fluctuations in vehicle RPM at all speeds while keeping the accelerator pedal constant. This is noticed with and without the air conditioner on and at various speeds but more noticeable at around 40mph. I brought it to my dealers attention at the second year state inspection service (15,793 miles) but nothing was done as I thought I would continue to monitor it.”
NHTSA complaint #10255512, filed 2009-01, 10,000 miles“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. …”
NHTSA complaint #10440650, filed 2011-12, 78,000 miles“Only after 4 weeks of purchasing a new Acura TL 2005, the engine stalled in the middle of traffic. The battery and low oil pressure indicator lamps both came on. The car had to be shut off and re-started four times before the engine re-started. The car was at the dealership for 9 days getting tests run, but they found nothing and wanted to return the car in the same condition!”
NHTSA complaint #10128244, filed 2005-07, 1,450 miles“Was driving in stop & go traffic and the check engine light went on. Approx 50 miles later while driving at 55mph the check engine light started flashing and the engine started running very roughly. Pulled off road and had car towed to dealership. Dealership identified that the ignition coil had water on it which shorted it out. Short also required replacement of one computer in the car. Water was from blocked hose from area directly under windshield which had been blocked by debris. Dealer advised that they had same problem come in a few weeks earlier. …”
NHTSA complaint #10345550, filed 2010-07, 58,600 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Acura TL. While driving at approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost power and slowed to approximately 20 MPH before it stalled. The vehicle was taken to an auto center where the battery and alternator were replaced. The problem occurred again days later and the vehicle was taken back to the auto center; the contact was informed that the battery and alternator were functioning properly. The contact called the manufacturer and was told that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. …”
NHTSA complaint #10326878, filed 2010-04, 80,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10040486May 20, 2011Honda acura: there is a knocking or vibration from under the front of the vehicle while driving due to high temperatures that caused the front engine mount to crack.
- 10021177Oct 16, 2006Trouble shooting b-can and f-can dtc's.
- 10018323Nov 16, 2005Engine oil leak(s). Dealer visit request.
- 10018115Sep 16, 2005Engine oil leaks.
- 10018050Sep 1, 2005Taking the mystery out of the maintenance minder system. Servicenews.
- 10018036Jul 1, 2005Engine won't start at all; or does it intermittently. Check immobilizer system status with the hds. Acura. Servicenews.
- 10016279May 16, 2005Alternator condition (no or low output) dealer visit request.
- 10016260May 16, 2005Cranks won't start, immobilizer light flashes.
- 10014776Jan 16, 2005Alternator condition.
- 10014554Nov 16, 2004Alternator condition no or low output.
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | 2% |
| 2010 | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 | 5 | 4% |
| 2007 | 4 | 3% |
| 2005 | 6 | 2% |
| 2004 | 5 | 1% |
| 2003 | 14 | 4% |
| 2002 | 7 | 2% |
| 2001 | 5 | 3% |
| 2000 | 8 | 3% |
| 1999 | 12 | 8% |
| 1998 | 9 | 45% |
| 1997 | 1 | 4% |
| 1996 | 4 | 15% |
Other parts of the 2005 Acura TL
156 complaintsAir bags
144 complaintsOther or unknown
66 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
36 complaintsElectrical system
28 complaintsSteering
25 complaintsTires
20 complaintsSuspension
11 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsEngine
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Acura TL
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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