How many engine complaints does NHTSA list for the 2012 Acura TL?

NHTSA lists 24 engine complaints for the 2012 Acura TL, which is 18% of the 130 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2012 Acura TL engine?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the 2012 Acura TL engine complaints.

At what mileage do 2012 Acura TL engine problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on the 2012 Acura TL is 46,740 miles.

What engine problems do 2012 Acura TL owners report most?

Owners most often report excessive oil consumption, engines running low on oil unexpectedly, acceleration hesitation, and in some cases full engine replacement.

Does the 2012 Acura TL have more engine complaints than other years?

Yes. At 18% of complaints, the 2012 model year has the highest share of engine complaints among the years listed, compared to 11% in 2010, 15% in 2011, 6% in 2013, and 6% in 2014.

2012 Acura TL Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 24 engine complaints for the 2012 Acura TL, 18% of all 130 complaints for the year, the highest share among model years shown (2010: 11%, 2011: 15%, 2013: 6%, 2014: 6%). Median mileage at failure is 46,740. No related recalls are listed.

Engine complaints: 24; 18% of 130
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 46,740 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report excessive oil consumption, sometimes requiring oil changes every 2,500 to 3,000 miles, with dealers unable to find a cause.
Some owners describe the engine running out of oil unexpectedly and triggering warning lights, followed by loss of acceleration.
Several report the engine needing replacement, with one owner stating the car received two replacement engines after the original.
Owners describe hesitation or lag during acceleration, particularly at low speeds between 8 and 17 mph, sometimes followed by a sudden forward surge.
Two complaints attribute oil consumption to a faulty piston ring, with one owner stating a piston ring was missing from a cylinder from the factory.
Owners report intermittent failure to accelerate when the pedal is depressed, with dealers unable to duplicate or diagnose the issue.

When 2012 Acura TL engine complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 5, 2012, latest Jun 10, 2025.

24 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2012 to Jun 2025; peak Jan 2013 (2).

Engine recalls for the 2012 Acura TL

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by TL model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20107 (11%)
20113 (15%)
201224 (18%)
20134 (6%)
20141 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does NHTSA list for the 2012 Acura TL?: NHTSA lists 24 engine complaints for the 2012 Acura TL, which is 18% of the 130 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2012 Acura TL engine?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the 2012 Acura TL engine complaints.
At what mileage do 2012 Acura TL engine problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on the 2012 Acura TL is 46,740 miles.
What engine problems do 2012 Acura TL owners report most?: Owners most often report excessive oil consumption, engines running low on oil unexpectedly, acceleration hesitation, and in some cases full engine replacement.
Does the 2012 Acura TL have more engine complaints than other years?: Yes. At 18% of complaints, the 2012 model year has the highest share of engine complaints among the years listed, compared to 11% in 2010, 15% in 2011, 6% in 2013, and 6% in 2014.