2011 Acura TL vs 2013 Acura TL
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Acura TL | 2013 Acura TL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 20 | 62 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 84 | 107 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 72,553 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura TL | Acura TL |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 13 | 19 |
| Steering | 1 | 28 |
| Electrical System | 0 | 6 |
| Engine | 3 | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 | 4 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 0 | 3 |
| Structure | 0 | 3 |
| Suspension | 0 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 0 | 7 |
2011 Acura TL
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.