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A Real Disappointment
DCBrake, 07/30/2005
2003 Acura TL 3.2 Type-S 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Transmission is poor - Had wheels lock up while traveling on interstate at 60 mph. Acura did replace my tranny, but it has not been right since - shifts awkwardly, and I have taken it back to them 2 times since - they tell me the tranny is working properly - But I continue to experience a shudder between 3rd and 4th gears on acceleration as well as uneasy shifting. This is definitely the worst car decision I have ever made - If you want reliability - shop for something else.
Nina's Review
Nina, 03/01/2002
2003 Acura TL 3.2 Type-S 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought one 6 months ago 2002 TL type S. This car is not as smooth as other luxury sedans. The shocks in it not very great cuz you feel the bumps more in this car than in other competing luxury sedans. But the power in the engine is worth it! Love the way this little baby takes off! Have never had any problems with this car, rides very nice, engine is great! Very sexy little number! Perfect combination of sophistication and sassy-ness!
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Do Not Buy!!!
Disappointed, 09/11/2009
2003 Acura TL 3.2 Type-S 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2003 Acura TL Type S used with 49,000 miles in January of 2008. It WAS a great vehicle until the odometer hit 66,000 miles; that's when the transmission failed and had to be replaced. The cost of the replacement was $3,500. I purchased this vehicle based off of Acura's claim of producing quality and reliable products. My Acura has not exhibited any of these claims. I should have listened to the consumer reviews I read while researching this vehicle. There was an alarming number of reviews warning of transmission replacements. Will not buy another Acura again.
great car
linda warren, 12/27/2016
2003 Acura TL 3.2 Type-S 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
recalled transmission.
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Don't buy it!
rockpub, 08/14/2007
2003 Acura TL 3.2 Type-S 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
Have had 3 transimissions in this car, so far, not to mention little annoying items that don't work or break (air vents close when fan on high, center console latch broke within 2 months of purchase, etc.). Given the purchase price and expected quality, am extremely disappointed in this car. Will never buy another Acura!