2001 Acura Tl Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2001 Acura Tl.

20002002
Complaints
163
Crashes
8
Fires
2
Injuries
5
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2001 Acura Tl Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#187 complaints

Automatic Transmission

Avg mileage:75,598 mi
Crash-related:2
#215 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:99,958 mi
Crash-related:3
#314 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:104,666 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2001 Acura Tl.

Automatic Transmission
87
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
75,598
Airbags
15
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
99,958
Transmission / Drivetrain
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
104,666
Unintended Acceleration
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
92,750
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Manual Transmission
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Interior
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Frame And Members
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Cables
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Fan/Motor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2001 Acura Tl

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~875,966 vehicles.

20V027000Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
~875,966 affected

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 Acura 3.2CL, 2000-2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2000-2001 Acura 3.2TL, Honda CR-V and Honda Odyssey, 2001-2002 Acura MDX and 2000 Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver frontal air bag module as part of a vehicle repair. Due to a manufacturing issue, the replacement NADI inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

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2001 Acura Tl — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2001 Acura Tl reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2001 Acura Tl has 163 NHTSA complaints, 8 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Automatic Transmission with 87 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2001 Acura Tl?
Top reported problems: Automatic Transmission (87 complaints, avg 75,598 mi); Airbags (15 complaints, avg 99,958 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (14 complaints, avg 104,666 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2001 Acura Tl?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 82,853 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2001 Acura Tl?
NHTSA complaints for the 2001 Acura Tl include 8 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2001 Acura Tl have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 875,966 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2001 Acura Tl?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Acura Tl reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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