Model year guide

2001 Acura TL

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2001 Acura TL is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 37 on record.

2001 Acura TL — representative photo
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2001 Acura TL at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints162
Typical price$2,160

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2001 Acura TL recalls 3

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #20V027000 · 17/01/2020

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 Acura 3.2CL, 2000-2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2000-2001 Acura 3.2TL, Honda CR-V and Honda Odyssey, 2001-2002 Acura MDX and 2000 Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver frontal air bag module as part of a vehicle repair. Due to a manufacturing issue, the replacement NADI inflator…

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bags in the vehicles, replacing the driver frontal air bag inflator with an inflator of a different design, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Ce…

Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly NHTSA Campaign #01V166002 · 14/08/2001

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES WERE REPAIRED WITH INCORRECT PARTS: 2002 ACURA 3.2TL SEDANS WITH REPLACEMENT BUCKLES INSTALLED PER RECALL 01V-166001; CERTAIN 2000 ACURA 3.2TL VEHICLES WITH REPLACEMENT BUCKLES INSTALLED AS PRODUCT UPDATE REPAIRS; AND CERTAIN 2000-2002 ACURA 3.2TL VEHICLES WITH REPLACEMENT BUCKLES INSTALLED AS WARRANTY OR COLLISION REPAIRS. REPAIRS WERE MADE FROM MARCH 9 THROUGH JULY 27…

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 20, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT ACURA AT 1-800-99…

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #04V176000 · 15/04/2004

ON SOME MINI VANS, SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES, CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS CAN RESULT IN HEAT BUILD-UP BETWEEN THE COUNTERSHAFT AND SECONDARY SHAFT SECOND GEARS IN THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, EVENTUALLY LEADING TO GEAR TOOTH CHIPPING OR GEAR BREAKAGE.

Fix: ON VEHICLES WITH 15,000 MILES OR LESS, THE DEALER WILL UPDATE THE TRANSMISSION WITH A SIMPLE REVISION TO THE OIL COOLER RETURN LINE TO INCREASE LUBRICATION TO THE SECOND GEAR. ON VEHICLES WITH MORE THAN 15,000 MILES, THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSION TO IDENTIFY GEARS THAT HAVE ALREADY EXPE…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2001 Acura TL common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 162 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

What's a 2001 Acura TL worth?

Low
$850
Typical price
$2,160
High
$3,200

From 36 comparable 2001 Acura TL listings.

2001 Acura TL trims & engines on record

Trims
3.2 · BASE
Engines
3.2L 6-cyl 225 hp

2001 Acura TL vehicles on record

2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA567X1A021273 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56641A031000 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56661A013971 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56631A011580 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56651A002010 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56671A019049 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56641A018201 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56681A006925 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56611A028796 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA566X1A006232 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56681A028889 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA566X1A031101 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56641A015329 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56641A010020 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56671A021772 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56641A031191 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56601A020978 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56611A001730 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56661A000931 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56661A034867 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56621A004653 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56651A000290 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA56611A034713 2001 Acura TL 2001 Acura TL 3.219UUA566X1A013827

Other Acura TL model years

2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996

2001 Acura TL — frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Acura TL have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2001 Acura TL. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Acura TL?

Based on 162 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, power train, vehicle speed control.

How much is a 2001 Acura TL worth?

Comparable 2001 Acura TL listings run roughly $850–$3,200, typically around $2,160 (from 36 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.