2005 Acura TL steering problems
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2005 Acura TL — 6% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The vehicle has been gradually leaking power steering fluid over time. I have been monitoring the fluid level and have noticed a recurring burning smell while operating the vehicle. At times, I have also observed what appears to be a very faint, clear or nearly transparent smoke or vapor that is…”
filed Jul 11, 2026
“My wife, [XXX] , purchased a 2005 Acura TL on [XXX]. The car was not inspected, it had a hole in the oil tank, was leaking battery acid, had broken control arms, wore out rotors, wore out brake pads, bald tires, Vehicle Stability Control disabled, no AC, cracked dashboard where the passenger air…”
filed Aug 6, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- SteeringCampaign 08V091000 · Feb 27, 2008
Steering problems in other TL years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 TL | 28 | 45% |
| 2012 TL | 25 | 19% |
| 2011 TL | 1 | 5% |
| 2010 TL | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 TL | 2 | 5% |
| 2008 TL | 26 | 21% |
| 2007 TL | 15 | 12% |
| 2006 TL | 28 | 11% |
| 2004 TL | 34 | 6% |
| 2003 TL | 5 | 1% |
| 2002 TL | 4 | 1% |
| 2000 TL | 2 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Acura TL
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.