Acura TL Third generation (UA6-UA7) - Facelift (2007 - 2008)

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Third generation (UA6-UA7) - Facelift of Acura TL has been in production since 2007 by 2008.
In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. The weight of the car has increased by 43 lbs.
Acura TL Third generation (UA6-UA7) - Facelift dimensions and specs
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Third generation (UA6-UA7) - Facelift | |
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Body style | Sedan |
Engine options | J35A8, 3.6L V-6, 286 HP, 256 lb/ft |
J32A3, 3.2L V-6, 270 HP, 238 lb/ft | |
Length | 189.3 - 189.8 in |
Width | 72.20 in |
Height | 56.70 in |
Wheelbase | 107.90 in |
Curb weight | 3623 - 3674 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 |
Seating capacity | 5 |
Front hip room | 55.60 in |
Rear hip room | 53.80 in |
Front Headroom | 38.70 in |
Rear Headroom | 37.20 in |
Front shoulder room | 58.30 in |
Rear shoulder room | 55.70 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 17.10 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 17 - 20/26 - 29 |
Towing capacity | 1000 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 6.5 - 7.1 sec |
¼ mile time | 14.9 - 15.4 sec |
Acura TL Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Acura TL Third generation (UA6-UA7) - Facelift production period from 2007 to 2008 drivers have reported 215 complaints. The most common problems are AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING.
Model Year | Complaints |
2008 TL |
103
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2007 TL |
112
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
AIR BAGS hit ice on road and slid off embankment and hit another car. air bags did not deploy. *tr... |
62
~ 88037 miles |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM on our acura tl w/nav 08 the battery has been replaced 3 times in 6 months. finally feed up took... |
33
~ 62573 miles |
STEERING for the last 1.5 years my wife and i have been complaining to the acura dealership in riverside california about... |
30
~ 71046 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER as my car sat in a parking garage not being driven my dashboard developed two huge and deep cracks right... |
23
~ 71828 miles |
BODY > STRUCTURE 2008 acura tl - doors will not stay open when getting out of car. doors close on individuals when exiting |
18
~ 67226 miles |
STRUCTURE 2008 acura tl with exterior damage over the door. consumer states the exterior frame over the doors was unusually susceptible... |
17
~ 59786 miles |
ENGINE tl* the contact owns a 2008 acura tl. the contact stated the vehicle was parked when it ignited into flames.... |
9
~ 96656 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL acura tl 2008: one incident occurred april 8th 2008. car took off from a parking space just as i was... |
9
~ 84163 miles |
POWER TRAIN transmission shifting gear gets stuck in neutral and it takes many attempts to shift gear when it happens. it is... |
7
~ 71429 miles |
SUSPENSION while making a left turn i head loud noise on the driver side. the car stopped accelerating. after i hit... |
7
~ 75986 miles |
SEATS i purchased this vehicle a 2008 acura tl in february of 2012 in south florida. by april of 2013 the... |
6
~ 95833 miles |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING replaced timing belt tensioner fan belt and back leather seat (bottom part). *tr... |
6
~ 61134 miles |
SEAT BELTS drivers side curtain and torso airbag deployed and seat belt tensioner operated when passenger side tire hit a pothole on |
5
~ 122100 miles |
WHEELS driving on 301 north bound just before cederville road and just before 7-11 and wawa far left lane there is |
5
~ 83200 miles |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL tl* the contact owns a 2008 acura tl. the contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed the stability... |
5
~ 26320 miles |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM my 2008 acura tl continues to display a "tighten fuel cap" warning light. i've replaced the fuel cap but it... |
4
~ 87692 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES tl* the contact owns a 2008 acura tl. the contact stated the brakes made a loud squeaking noise while driving.... |
4
~ 77558 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC my 2008 acura tl type-s has the same braking problem as that of toyota prius. it causes brief but frightening... |
4
~ 29456 miles |
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN 1. manual transmission frequently "pops" out of 3rd gear when shifting resulting in car going back into neutral and subsequent... |
4
~ 8375 miles |
HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS > HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST > STEERING tl*the contact owns a 2008 acura tl. the contact stated that his vehicle had the same symptoms mentioned in recall... |
3
~ 39200 miles |
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2008 acura tl. while accelerating from a stop sign the contact heard a loud noise... |
2
~ 92500 miles |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES both front doors do not remain in opened condition causing difficulties in egressing vehicle. *tr... |
2
~ 17750 miles |
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING my car is a 2008 acura tl with 2000 miles. it had a "major engine failure" to quote the acura... |
2
~ 2250 miles |
TIRES i am the owner of 2008 acura tl which i purchased back in late november of 2008 i have about... |
2
~ 1650 miles |
SIDEWALL > TIRES coming back from new york on 95 north i hit a huge pothole when i was switching lanes. as i... |
1
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VISIBILITY/WIPER i travel this road monday-friday and the road construction has caused lose rocks and debris to fly all over and |
1
~ 106200 miles |
EQUIPMENT 2008 acura tl. consumer states bluetooth module stopped working. *ta the dealer informed the consumer they could not tell what |
1
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BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS > GASOLINE > ENGINE tl* the contact owns a 2007 acura tl. the contact stated that the drive belts made a squeaking sound when... |
1
~ 110000 miles |
VISIBILITY the car's moonroof spontaneously exploded -- glass shattered into thousands of pieces. drove car immediately to a body shop where... |
1
~ 52000 miles |
HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING power steering leak causing smoking & squeaking along with difficult steering. there is a current recall on 2007 acura tl... |
1
~ 67008 miles |
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN i recently purchased a 2007 acura tl type s with 42378 miles on the odometer. upon getting home i found... |
1
~ 42375 miles |
TRUNK LID > BODY > STRUCTURE 2007 acura tl. consumer states discontent regarding functionality and design of trunk *tgw the consumer stated the trunk lid suddenly... |
1
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING our 2008 acura tl and almost every acura tl i see has a problem or is developing a problem with... |
1
~ 50000 miles |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE the warning light "tighten gas cap" comes one every so often with no understanding of why. have talked to acura... |
1
~ 55000 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR i have metal on metal noise coming from the left front side. i have been told by the dealer that... |
1
~ 55 miles |
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM my complaint is about safety issue with 2007 & 2008 acura tl type s car model. the dealer courtesy acura... |
1
~ 14500 miles |
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS i was approaching a traffic light in my acura tl 2008 car. as i was pressing the brakes my driver... |
1
~ 14500 miles |
FILLER PIPE AND CAP > TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE since i purchased my vehicle i have been back and forth to the dealer at least a half dozen times... |
1
~ 34000 miles |
DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY heating system on acura tl 2008 is not properly working. mileage on car is 21729. piazza acura of reading 1001... |
1
~ 18000 miles |
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY drivers side power window on 2007 acura tl went up without me hitting button i had pressed to go down... |
1
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12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2007 acura tl. the contact attempted to start the vehicle but to no avail. the... |
1
~ 8000 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC i have noise coming from the brakes since i got the car.. *tr... |
1
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CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN acura tl s type 2007 clutch failed with only 20k miles. i know how to drive stick shift well. the... |
1
~ 19900 miles |
PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) > CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN acura tl s type 2007 clutch failed with only 20k miles. i know how to drive stick shift well. the... |
1
~ 19900 miles |
BELL HOUSING > CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN acura tl s type 2007 clutch failed with only 20k miles. i know how to drive stick shift well. the... |
1
~ 19900 miles |
SWITCH > BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl*the contact owns a 2008 acura tl type-s. the contact stated that another vehicle crashed into the rear of his... |
1
~ 500 miles |
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC i was driving in icy conditions this morning when my acura warning lights flashed on that the vehicle stabilization system... |
1
~ 5300 miles |
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER i have a 2007 acura tl type s..a couple of month after purchasing the vehicle while driving to work one... |
1
~ 20000 miles |
LINES AND FITTINGS > LPG SYSTEMS > RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER i have a 2007 acura tl type s..a couple of month after purchasing the vehicle while driving to work one... |
1
~ 20000 miles |
How to improve the appearance of your Acura TL and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Acura TL to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Ch...
- [Model] - Universal fitment for most vehicle front bumper lip.(Please measure and check the position you are going to install the spoiler, and make sure these splitters will fit your vehicle before purchase.)
- [Material] -...
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ZSPART Side Skirt ABS Fits for Most Cars...
- FITMENT - This Side Skirt will fit most cars. Simple installation using the accessories included in the package will give your car a cool look in no time
- QUALITY MATERIAL - The Side Skirt is...
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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
- Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
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Mega Racer Universal JDM Racing Style Gl...
- ? UNIVERSAL FIT: Our Hood Scoop Is Ultra Light Weight And Designed To Be A Universal Fit With Every Car With A Flat Hood Type. Upgrade The Look Of Your Vehicle With No Cutting Or...
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yonwait 10 PCS Diffuser Shark Fin Kit Co...
- ✅ Decoration: Fashion style, smooth and shinny surface give your car aggressive look and makes it stand out.
- ✅ Drag Reduction: Reduce air resistance and air noise, improve the stability of the vehicle during fast...
Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...
- MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
- 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
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Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...
- Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
- Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
- Compatible with Chrysler:...
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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30PCS Fender Flare Clips, Rocker Mouldin...
- Material: You can find from the photo that it is made of very high-quality material, made of black nylon material, push-on, quick-fastening, and won't break or break easily during use.
- Dimensions: Top Head Dimensions: 14...
Rims
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TSW Sebring 20x8.5 5x114.3 (5x4.5") +40m...
- (1) One Matte Black TSW Sebring Matte (Series Sebring) Rim!
- Size: 20x8.5 | Bolt Pattern: 5x4.5 | Offset: 40mm | Center Bore: 76.1mm | Backspacing: 6.32''
- Find A Better Price? Contact Us! We ALWAYS Do...
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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Enkei EKM Hyper Silver Wheel (18x8"/5x11...
- Enkei EKM3 442 18x8 5x114.3 40mm offset Hyper Silver Wheel Rim
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OE Wheels LLC 17 inch Rim Fits Acura TL ...
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 8543646
- Lifetime structural, one year face finish warranty.
- Center cap included, factory center cap will interchange
- Lugs/Bolts/Locks/TPMS are NOT Included.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Compatible, Click "See more product details"...
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TOUREN TR60 3260 Wheel 17X7.5 5X100/5X11...
- Touren Employs The Most Advanced Engineering In All Of Our Wheels
- Our Meticulous Standards Deliver The Highest Quality And Performance For Your Vehicle
- Vivid Finishes Create Tasteful Looks With Stylish Appeal; Our Lifetime Warranty Is...
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TOUREN TR60 Matte Black/Machined Ring Wh...
- Country Of Origin : China
- Package Weight : 26.0 Lbs
- Formed With A Fierce 14-Spoke Mesh Pattern That Lets Your Brake System Show Through
- Topped Off With A Matching Touren Center Cap
Coilovers
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ACANII - For Black 2004-2008 Acura TL w/...
- 100% Brand New; Only Lens and Housing Included; Driver & Passenger Side
- Meets all Regulations in USA & Canada; with DOT & SAE Stamped
- Replacement for Stock Assembly; Lenses Ensure Full illumination and Maximum Safety
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Rev9 R9-HS2-123 Hyper-Street II Coilover...
- Compatible With Acura TL (UA6/UA7) 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008
- Spring Rate: Front - 12 kg/mm (672 lbs/inch) | Rear - 8 kg/mm (448lbs/inch) // Top Mount: Yes, Standard Top Mount | Yes, Standard Top...
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Godspeed MSS0186 MonoSS Coil-overs Suspe...
- Compatible With Acura TL (UA6/UA7) 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008
- 52mm Mono-Tube Stainless Steel Shock With 16 Levels of Damping Adjustment Corresponds to Daily Driving Scene To The Sunday Track
- Performance Internal Piston With Koyo...
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Ksport Coilovers Suspension Kit CAC100-K...
- 36-WAY ADJUSTABLE DAMPING - All Ksport coilovers offer 36 levels of damping which allow you the ability to perfectly dial in your coilover kit. Set damping to full soft for a nice comfortable cruising setting...
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Strut and Coil Spring Assembly Set 4 Pie...
- Front & Rear
- Compatible with or fits: 2004 - 2008 Acura TL
- Pre-Assembled
- Quantity: 4 Piece Set
- Strut and Coil Spring Assembly Set
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StreetPlus Coilovers - TH-H808-1 - TL - ...
Decals
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
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3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...
- Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
- Quality: High...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stic...
- Adorn your cars: these transfer decals are the fastest and easiest way to customize your car, can add more shine and personality to your vehicles and win more compliments from others
- Easy to use: the...
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...

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