1996 Acura TL vs 1997 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 | 1996 Acura TL | 1997 Acura TL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 26 | 23 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 23 | 24 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura TL | Acura TL |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 2 |
| Power Train | 4 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 1 |
| Suspension | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 4 |
1996 Acura TL
1997 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.