2008 Acura TL Steering Problems

“Hello, I recently got the 2008 Acura TL 3.2 ltr vehicle from used cars dealer. I observed that power steering fluid is leaking and is causing the burnt smell and smoke is coming from the hood. My car has 57750 miles and had no warranty. My vehicle was not on the recall list. I am planning to take the car to Acura dealer and have them take a look at it.”

“I have a 2008 Acura TL type-s. There is a safety recall for the power steering hose for this model, however the VIN of my car is not covered. I am experiencing the issue with the power steering hose leaking (verified by an Acura dealership). I called Acura and they said that even though I am experiencing the same issue as cars that are covered under the recall, my car is not covered. …”

“For the last 1.5 years, my wife and I have been complaining to the Acura dealership in riverside, california about the hard steering on her 2008 Acura TL. The hard steering has already caused daily pain and muscle strain on my wife's shoulder. Our complaints have gone to deaf ears. They checked and always said that the car is fine, the car is fine. I believe the car is not fine or safe because we presently experience the problem. Isn't there a recall with regards to this steering problem on 2008 Acura TL.”

“Please note the persistent problems found in 3rd generation Acura TL vehicles' power steering systems. These problems seem to be reported frequently by Acura TL owners and I believe them to be a result of faulty design and poor manufacturing. These problems effect the performance and safety of the vehicles and I believe should be the basis for a mandatory recall. In my own vehicle, along with having to replace the power steering feed hose due to a previous recall, I have also had to replace the power steering pump and power steering suction hose. …”

“My Acura TL is a type s. They have a recall for the high pressure power steering hose on the TL but not the type s. My high pressure power steering hose is leaking in the same place as all the other tls (verified by numerous Acura forums). It is leaking directly on the exhaust on the passenger side of the engine compartment. Smoke can be smelled at all speeds while driving. This is definitely a fire hazard. I am a mechanical engineer and an ase certified auto mechanic. I purchased a replacement out of pocket after the dealer denied coverage and repaired it. …”