2008 Acura TL engine problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2008 Acura TL — 8% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2008 Acura TL. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to accelerate, and the vehicle lost automotive power and shifted into LIMP Mode. The vehicle was turned off and restarted and drove as needed. The check engine warning light was…”
filed Mar 16, 2026
“While driving car, speed decelerated despite pressing on gas/accelerator pedal. Total ability to control speed on high way ended, as car crawled to a speed of under 5mph, nearly resulting in being hit by vehicles behind me. Immediately called independent mechanic who advised me to cut off ignition…”
filed Sep 17, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other TL years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 TL | 2 | 3% |
| 2012 TL | 18 | 14% |
| 2011 TL | 3 | 15% |
| 2010 TL | 2 | 3% |
| 2009 TL | 2 | 5% |
| 2007 TL | 3 | 2% |
| 2006 TL | 10 | 4% |
| 2005 TL | 6 | 2% |
| 2004 TL | 6 | 1% |
| 2003 TL | 8 | 2% |
| 2002 TL | 6 | 2% |
| 2001 TL | 1 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 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.