Acura TL

20042008 · 12 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
21
Best
21

The Acura TL has been tested by the EPA across 12 different configurations spanning model years 2004 through 2008. Over this period, the TL has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 20 MPG to 21 MPG, with an overall average of 21 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2008
21
2007
21
2006
21
2005
21
2004
21

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (TL) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Acura TL. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Acura Acura TL grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
486
Total Deaths
261

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
13.0%
Fire Occurrence
2.5%
Speeding Involved
24.3%
DUI Involved
25.3%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

78%
Front
14%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes41
Fatalities
21
Deaths/Crash
0.51
2022
Fatal Crashes59
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.54
2021
Fatal Crashes64
Fatalities
31
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2020
Fatal Crashes63
Fatalities
41
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2019
Fatal Crashes42
Fatalities
24
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2018
Fatal Crashes46
Fatalities
26
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2017
Fatal Crashes50
Fatalities
26
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2016
Fatal Crashes48
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2015
Fatal Crashes40
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.47
2014
Fatal Crashes33
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.58

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2007
1
2006
2
2005
2
2004
6
Critical
Moderate
Advisory