2007 Acura TL Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 12%of 124 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 88,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 15 complaints about the steering of the 2007 Acura TL, 12% of the 124 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 88,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 3 a fire, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was driving to the store today and as I drive into the lot my steering wheel started making a buzzing, whining sound, I popped the hood to find that the power steering hose was leaking a lot of fluid. After I parked the car the fluid was leaking a lot more and drippun all over the catalytic converter, engine, axles. I've already spent over 250.00 replacing it at firestone before I found out the car has a recall for the exact same issue and part. It is a used car.”
NHTSA complaint #10689839, filed 2015-02, 130,045 miles“I was at the dealership to get my car service and found out that my power steering hose is leaking which in 2004 -2008 Acura TL recall but since I have 2007 Acura TL type s it is not under recall. Well it seems like my hose deteriorated and got worn out after 63,000 miles and now there is a leak which could potential cause major damage and lead to a fire. Dealer is telling me its not under recall when it happens to be the exact same hose pipe.”
NHTSA complaint #10438994, filed 2011-12, 63,030 miles“Nhtsa recalls 12v-222 and 08v-091 were enacted to address safety concerns about the power steering pump and associated hoses for certain 2007-2008 Acura tls. For some reason, my VIN is not included in the recalls. However, I am experiencing the same symptoms as described by both recalls. So I have questioned Acura as to why my vehicle was not addressed as part of the recall but I have received no satisfactory answer other than to point out that my vehicle is outside of the warranty period and therefore the responsibility of the owner.”
NHTSA complaint #10849952, filed 2016-03, 130,000 miles“The main power steering hose developed a leak. I own a type s model and according to the local dealership the recall does not apply to my vehicle. This is odd do to the fact that my hose deteriorated in the same manner described in the recall. Many other 2007 and 2008tl type s owners reported the same problem. The new hose installed has a heat shield in the area affected. Obviously they are aware of the problem. Heat caused by the engine near the hose is causing the deterioration. I understand that this also a fire hazard. This was reported online and by the service rep at the dealership. …”
NHTSA complaint #10444826, filed 2012-01, 86,000 miles“Power steering leak causing smoking, & squeaking along with difficult steering. There is a current recall on 2007 Acura TL but american honda says it does not apply to the s-type. Not true, myself & several other TL-type s owners have had the same problem. If this leads to a fire, I will seek punitive damages against all parties who fail to address this high priority safety recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10441949, filed 2011-12, 67,008 milesRelated recalls
- 12V222000May 17, 2012Honda is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2008 Acura TL and model year 2003-2007 Accord V6 vehicles. In May 2012, Honda filed a defect report to recall…Covers: Acura TL 2007–2008, Honda Accord 2003–2007
- 08V091000Feb 27, 2008Honda is recalling 273,000 my 2004-2008 acura tl vehicles. Prolonged high under-hood temperatures may cause the power steering hose to deteriorate prematurely…Covers: Acura TL 2004–2008
Related service bulletins
- 10129822Feb 7, 2014Dealer message - In May 2010 and June 2012, American Honda announced a safety recall for 2004-08 TSX and 2007-08 TL due to a potentially leaking power steering feed hose. For…
- 10024238Dec 1, 2007Power steering moans or whines when turning the steering wheel when the engine is cold.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 2 | 12% |
| 2013 | 28 | 45% |
| 2012 | 25 | 19% |
| 2011 | 1 | 5% |
| 2010 | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 | 2 | 5% |
| 2008 | 26 | 21% |
| 2007 | 15 | 12% |
| 2006 | 28 | 11% |
| 2005 | 25 | 6% |
| 2004 | 34 | 6% |
| 2003 | 5 | 1% |
| 2002 | 4 | 1% |
| 2000 | 2 | 1% |
| 1999 | 8 | 5% |
| 1998 | 1 | 5% |
| 1997 | 1 | 4% |
| 1996 | 1 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2007 Acura TL
41 complaintsElectrical system
25 complaintsBody and structure
20 complaintsOther or unknown
17 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Acura TL
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology