Acura TL — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have Acura TL specifications on file for 5 model years, 2010–2014, covering saloon/sedan trims. Across those years EPA data lists 2 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 24 to 28 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 0 of the 3 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20143.5L 6-cyl / 3.7L 6-cylPremium Gasoline24–282394★317
20133.5L 6-cyl / 3.7L 6-cylPremium Gasoline24–282394★362
20123.5L 6-cyl / 3.7L 6-cylPremium Gasoline24–282404★3130
20113.5L 6-cyl / 3.7L 6-cylPremium Gasoline24–25263—320
20103.5L 6-cyl / 3.7L 6-cylPremium Gasoline24–25263—364

Best and Worst Acura TL Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 5 Acura TL model years from 2010 to 2014 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 62 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2014 — 17 complaints, 3 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA
  • 2011 — 20 complaints, 3 recall campaigns
  • 2013 — 62 complaints, 3 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA

Most owner complaints

  • 2012 — 130 complaints, 3 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA
  • 2010 — 64 complaints, 3 recall campaigns
  • 2013 — 62 complaints, 3 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Acura TL covered on this site?

We have data for 5 model years of the Acura TL, from 2010 to 2014.

What engines does the Acura TL come with?

EPA data lists: 3.5L 6-cyl (2010–2014); 3.7L 6-cyl (2010–2014).

Which Acura TL year has the best fuel economy?

The 2014 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 28 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the Acura TL have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

No model year of this car currently has a 5-star overall NHTSA rating on record here — check the individual year pages above for the exact rating available.

Which Acura TL model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2010 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (3), and the 2012 has the most owner complaints (130). Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the Acura TL?

The Acura TL is classed as a saloon/sedan on this site.

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