2007 Acura Tl Problems
Shopping for a used 2007 Acura Tl? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 124 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Airbag Malfunctions the most reported area.
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This 2007 Acura Tl has 124 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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2007 Acura Tl Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 3 2007 Acura Tl trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 3 trims analysed.
2007 Acura Tl Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2007 Acura Tl has 124 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Airbag Malfunctions. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Acura
- Model
- Tl
- Model year
- 2007
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 124
- Crash-related complaints
- 2
- Safety recall campaigns
- 4
- Top reported component
- Airbag Malfunctions
- Reliability signal
- Notable Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 18 / 26
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2007 Acura Tl problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Airbag Malfunctions
Electrical Faults
Structural Problems
Complaint patterns center on Airbag Malfunctions, Electrical Faults, Structural Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2007 Acura Tl?
The 2007 Acura Tl shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2007 Acura Tl
Inspection Focus
- Inspect airbag system and check for any open recalls related to airbags.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and structural repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect steering and suspension components before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect airbag system and check for any open recalls related to airbags.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and structural repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect steering and suspension components before purchase.
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2007 Acura TL are concentrated in airbag malfunctions and electrical faults, with a smaller number of structural and steering issues. The data includes 4 recalls and 2 crash-related complaints, but the confidence level is low due to limited sample size.
- Airbag Malfunctions account for the largest share of complaints (41 out of 124).
- Electrical Faults are the second most reported component (25 complaints).
- Structural Problems and Steering Defects also appear frequently (20 and 15 complaints, respectively).
- Airbag Malfunctions
- Electrical Faults
- Structural Problems
Full breakdown
All 2007 Acura Tl complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Acura Tl. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 41 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 25 | — | 1 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 20 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 16 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 15 | 1 | 3 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 7 | — | 2 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electric | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Acura Tl. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
My ball joint separation severed the bolt holding the drive axle in place due to that the car Is damaged and I have not been able to get it back right yet
The contact owns a 2007 Acura TL. The contact stated that the battery power was drained after driving the vehicle for less than 48-hours. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the Bluetooth in the vehicle was drain…
The dash is cracked surrounding the passenger side airbag and is beginning to crack on the drivers side. I have contacted Acura and was assigned Case # 13709011 by email stating "We appreciate you taking the time to make us aware of your concern regarding the feature, and we und…
Prolonged high temperatures and/ or high humidity cause the dashboard to crack along the right side of the passenger side airbag. In a matter of days, the crack spreads all over the airbag area and dashboard. The material defect effects Acura TLs and TL TypeS from 2004-2008. Crac…
The car dashboard is severely cracking. More specifically, there is an area on the right passenger side that has cracked outlining where the airbag is located. It is feared that due to this cracking the airbag may falsely break free at any time.
The contact owns a 2007 Acura TL. The contact stated that multiple cracks had formed on the dashboard, exposing the passenger’s side air bag. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dashboard was originally replaced under warranty. Recently, the contact stated that the fail…
The passenger side air bag that is located under the dashboard has caused the dashboard to crack around the outline of the air bag unit. Cracks in the dashboard can result in pieces of the dashboard being projected into the eyes and face of passengers once the passenger airbag de…
The contact owns a 2007 Acura TL. The contact stated that the hard-plastic dashboard material cracked near and around the location of the air bag. The contact was concerned about a safety hazard should the air bag deploy. The cause of the cracking was not determined. The local de…
THE HFI UNIT/BLUETOOTH OVERHEATS OR DRAWS POWER WHEN CAR IS NOT ON. AFTER 2+ DAYS OF NOT BEING TURNED ON. IT DRAINS THE CAR BATTERY.
THE BATTERY DRAINS AFTER THE CAR SITS IN ONE SPOT FOR MORE THAN TWO DAYS. HAD TO BUY A NEW BATTERY. IT DID IT AGAIN. THE ALTERNATOR IS GOOD. BUT THE BATTERY KEEPS DRAINING. CAN'T AFFORD TO MISS WORK OR TAKING TIME TO GO GET THE BATTERY RECHARGED EVERY WEEK. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON…
DTC P0171 DTCP0174 NEED TO UPDATE THE PGM-FI SOFTWARE WITH THE HDS SERVICE BULLETIN 08-043
THE DASHBOARD CRACKED RIGHT ABOVE THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG REQUIRING THE DASHBOARD TO NEED REPLACING. ACURA WON'T COVER THE EXPENSE DESPITE THE FACT THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AND VERY DANGEROUS.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 ACURA TL. WHILE DRIVING 60-65 MPH, THE DRIVER, PASSENGER, PASSENGER SEAT, AND PASSENGER SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR AN IMPACT OCCURRING. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED CHEST INJURIES AND THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK AND SIDE…
CRACKED DASHBOARD
OWNED THIS CAR SINCE NEW 12 YEARS AGO. BATTERY ALWAYS DRAINS IF NOT DRIVEN IN 7 DAYS OR SO. CONSTANT PROBLEM THROUGH 4 BATTERIES. JUST GOT A NEW BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR. CAR IS GARAGED. DIDN'T DRIVE IT FOR 10 DAYS. DEAD BATTERY AGAIN. BLOGS TELL ME THIS IS EXTREMELY COMMON WITH …
THE DASH IS PREMATURLY CRACKING CAUSING PIECES TO BECOME POTENTIAL PROJECTILES IF INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE AIRBAG DEPLOYS. THE CRACKS MAY POSSIBLY ALSO CAUSE THE AIRBAG TO NOT PROPERLY DEPLOY. ALSO THE POWERSTEERING PUMP IS LEAKING FLUID SEVERELY. THERE WAS A RECALL ISSU…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 ACURA TL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASH ENCLOSURE HOUSING FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRACTURE TRAVELED FROM THE DASHBOARD TO THE WINDSHIELD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS ONLY EVIDENT ON…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 ACURA TL. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE DASHBOARD CONTAINED WIDE CRACKS. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE AIR BAG COULD DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WA…
I AM REPORTING THIS TODAY AS I FEAR FOR SAFETY CONCERNS ON MY 2007 ACURA TL TYPE S. RECENTLY I HAVE NOTICED A CRACK FORMING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIRBAG DEPLOY AREA. THIS CRACK IS FORMING PERFECTLY AROUND THE FAULT DASH WHERE THE AIRBAG WOULD DEPLOY. I FEAR FOR SAFETY AS IF…
THE DASHBOARD, IN THE AREAS OF THE FRONT PASSENGER-SIDE AIRBAG, IF BEGINNING TO CRACK. DUE TO THE CRACK APPEARING IN A STRAIGHT LINE, SEEMING TO OUTLINE THE AIRBAG LOCATED UNDER THE DASH, I BELIEVE IT TO BE A DEFECT WITH THE AIRBAG. I HAVE CONTACTED MY LOCAL ACURA DEALER AND AM…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Acura Tl.
Safety recalls
2007 Acura Tl recalls
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Acura Tl. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
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Questions
2007 Acura Tl buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2007 Acura Tl reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 124 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2007 Acura Tl shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Acura Tl?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (41 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (25 complaints). #3: Structural Problems (20 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Acura Tl?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Acura Tl?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2007 Acura Tl, NHTSA complaints include 2 crash-related reports and 5 fire reports out of 124 total complaints. 5 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Acura Tl have any recalls?▾
Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Acura Tl. A major recall area is VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2007 Acura Tl?▾
The 2007 Acura Tl shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Airbag Malfunctions during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Acura Tl reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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