2006 Acura TL Suspension Problems

“At around 8,000 miles, I hit a curb hard enough to bend the wheel of my 2006 Acura. The dealership replaced the wheel and sent me on my way. 3 months and 3,000 miles later, the wheel came off the axel. Fortunately I was going around 5 miles per hour headed to a stop sign when it happened, otherwise, it could have been a fatal incident. The bolt that caused the problem was completely severed. There are marks across it that show the wear on the bolt over the 3,000 miles. …”

“2006 Acura TL a vibration occurs primarily between the speeds of 48-58 MPH. The vibration is felt in the floor, seat, and steering wheel. It is most noticeable when the car is cold (after about 3-4 hours after running). It seems to go away after the car warms up. It does not appear to be tire related. I have talked to a number of TL owners and they have the same problem. Acura states it is a characteristic of the car and is within specifications. However, Acura has not provided what the specifications are, how they are measured, and what my measurements are. …”

“The passenger side front sub-frame failed. The metal had fatigue in the area where the compliance bushing is mounted. If this part failed completely, there would have been a loss of steering and control. Part failure was discovered at honda dealership when the vehicle was being serviced for a replacement timing belt.”

“With no prior warning, no indications of any problems and at speed 2006 Acura TL with 43k miles experienced lower control arm failure, right front. The failure caused wheel to become disconnected which broke axle and brake line. With no ability to steer, the vehicle crashed into the concrete, center barrier. Air bags deployed and auto ground against concrete to come to a stop. Acura indicates that this will not be covered by warranty as it is caused by a severe impact. The failure was caused by a 2 change in elevation of the pavement.”

“I was told by a mechanic that this 2006 Acura TL I bought from Joe's Garage here In Clovis Ca was a car I do not want to be driving. Now when purchased from Joe's Garage he stated he put engine didn't say new or used, He also said the car was practically brand new because previous owner was a high school kid who assume he cracked his radiator and was not the problem, but the kid bought a new car and left Acura there since. …”