Model year guide

2008 Acura TL

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Acura TL is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 133 on record.

2008 Acura TL — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2008 Acura TL at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints124
Combined21 mpg
Typical price$10,137

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2008 Acura TL recalls 4

Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal NHTSA Campaign #19E068000 · 10/10/2019

Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain Accelerator Pedal Assemblies part numbers 699-114 and 825-5029-1, sold as replacement parts for 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2004-2008 Acura TL and TSX, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2005-2006 Honda CR-V, 2007-2011 Honda Element, 2005-2008 Honda Pilot and 2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline vehicles. The rotating portion of the accelerator pedal assembly may bind. As such, these vehicle…

Fix: Dorman will notify owners, and qualified service facilities will replace the affected accelerator pedal assemblies, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2019. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, using option 5. Dorman's number for this recall is AS1019XXXX.

Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections NHTSA Campaign #08V091000 · 27/02/2008

HONDA IS RECALLING 273,000 MY 2004-2008 ACURA TL VEHICLES. PROLONGED HIGH UNDER-HOOD TEMPERATURES MAY CAUSE THE POWER STEERING HOSE TO DETERIORATE PREMATURELY CAUSING THE HOSE TO CRACK AND LEAK POWER STEERING FLUID.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW HEAT RESISTANT POWER STEERING HOSE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 28, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ACURA AT 800-382-2238. THIS IS AN EXPANSION OF A PREVIOUS RECALL (PLEASE SEE 07V551).

Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections NHTSA Campaign #12V222000 · 17/05/2012

Honda is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2008 Acura TL and model year 2003-2007 Accord V6 vehicles. In May 2012, Honda filed a defect report to recall certain model year 2007 and 2008 Acura TL vehicles. In September 2012, Honda informed the agency that it was including an additional 573,147 vehicles including certain model year 2003 through 2007 Accord V6 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalle…

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will install a new heat resistant power steering hose, free of charge. The original recall began in June 2012, and owners of those vehicles may obtain the free remedy. Sufficient parts are not yet available for owners of the vehicles covered by the September …

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint NHTSA Campaign #11E022000 · 22/06/2011

AFFINIA IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER BALL JOINTS, NAPA PART NO. 2601662, THAT MAY HAVE BEEN MISTAKENLY INSTALLED IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 - 2008 ACURA TL VEHICLES DUE TO A MISTAKE IN A NAPA AND NAPA DEALERS' PARTS APPLICATION CATALOGUE.

Fix: AFFINIA IS WORKING WITH NAPA TO IDENTIFY ANY OWNERS THAT HAVE HAD THIS PART MISTAKENLY INSTALLED ON TO AN ACURA TL VEHICLE, AND WILL REPLACE THE PART FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 20, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AFFINIA GROUP'S WARRANTY ADMINISTRATOR AT 1-815-759-7757.

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.

2008 Acura TL common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 124 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
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.

2008 Acura TL MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,667

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2008 Acura TL worth?

Low
$6,900
Typical price
$10,137
High
$13,500

From 133 comparable 2008 Acura TL listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Acura TL costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,335
Depreciation (5 yrs)$7,350
Total$25,685
Per mile$0.34

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($10,137) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,780), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2008 Acura TL trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · Type-S
Engines
3.2L 6-cyl · 3.5L 6-cyl 286 hp

2008 Acura TL vehicles on record

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Other Acura TL model years

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2008 Acura TL — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Acura TL have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2008 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 2008 Acura TL?

Based on 124 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, engine, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2008 Acura TL get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Acura TL at about 21 mpg combined (18 city / 26 highway).

How much is a 2008 Acura TL worth?

Comparable 2008 Acura TL listings run roughly $6,900–$13,500, typically around $10,137 (from 133 vehicles).

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