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Reliability Database
Acura

TL

Midsize Sedan
Best Engine ✅ Recommended (4.3)
3 Generations
14 Engines Rated
2,926 Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
10 recommended 4 avoid

Generation Timeline

2000-2003 UA4
5 engines
1,162 complaints 🔥 11 ☠ 2
3.5L 6-cyl ✅ Recommended (4.3)
→
2004-2008 UA6
3 engines
1,430 complaints 🔥 22
3.5L 6-cyl ❌ Avoid (1.6)
→
2009-2014 UA8
6 engines
334 complaints 🔥 3 ☠ 1
4.0L 6-cyl ✅ Recommended (3.6)
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