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Acura Tl warranty claim denied?

320 manufacturer communications on file 31 warranty extensions / campaigns 1995–2014 model years covered

If your Acura TL's warranty claim was recently denied, you're not alone—and the denial may not be the final word. Records filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that American Honda has issued 320 official communications for the Acura TL across model years 1995–2014, including 31 warranty extensions and service campaigns. These filings cover issues such as an airbag inflator class-action settlement, an electric power steering control unit extension to 15 years, and engine oil control rings prone to carbon buildup that can lead to piston damage.

When a dealer denies a claim, it doesn't always mean the underlying defect isn't recognized by the manufacturer. Denials are sometimes based on incomplete paperwork, missed extension notices, or narrow interpretations of coverage—circumstances that can sometimes be reconsidered when challenged with the right documentation.

ClaimRight helps owners compare their vehicle's repair history against manufacturer-issued bulletins and extensions to see whether a claim may qualify for reconsideration. A free assessment reviews your denial letter, mileage, and repair records against these filings at no cost and no obligation, so you can understand your realistic options before deciding how to proceed.

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What Acura has documented for the Tl

Filed with NHTSA by the manufacturer. Warranty extensions are the strongest signal — the manufacturer acknowledging a defect and extending coverage for it.

2022-04-08 · B18-020 Warranty extension
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extens...
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2020-03-10 · B20-006 Warranty extension
Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extens...
Official NHTSA document →
2020-03-10 · B20-008 Warranty extension
Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extens...
Official NHTSA document →
2019-10-02 · B19-052 Warranty extension
Service Bulletin - Due to high demand for repairs under this warranty extension, pistons and rings required to complete this repair are currently backordered. Acura has provided th...
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2019-08-31 · BBOM08312019 Warranty extension
Dealer Message - On January 16, 2019, Acura announced a warranty extension for certain 2009-14 Acura vehicles equipped with a 3.7L V6 engine to address client concerns related to e...
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2019-07-11 · B19-021 Warranty extension
Service Bulletin - American Honda is extending the warranty on the EPS (electric power steering) control unit to 15 years from the original date of purchase with unlimited miles. T...
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2019-07-11 · BBOM07112019 Warranty extension
"Dealer Message - On April 19, 2019, Acura announced a warranty extension for certain 2012-14 Acura TL vehicles to address a concern with the electric power steering (EPS) system....
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2019-06-01 · BBOM06012019901 Warranty extension
"Dealer Message - On April 19, 2019, Acura announced a warranty extension for certain 2012-14 Acura TL vehicles to address a concern with the electric power steering (EPS) system....
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2019-04-30 · B18-009 Warranty extension
Service Bulletin - The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ring's ability to scrape and return oil from the cylinder wall to the...
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2019-04-19 · BBOM04192019 Warranty extension
Dealer Message - Today, April 19, 2019, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for certain 2012-14 Acura TL vehicles to address a concern with the electric power steering (EPS) s...
Official NHTSA document →
2019-01-16 · BBOM01162019901 Warranty extension
Dealer message - Today, January 16, 2019, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for certain 2009-14 Acura vehicles equipped with the 3.7L V6 engine to address client concerns re...
Official NHTSA document →
2018-05-24 · B18-017 Warranty extension
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. American Honda is offering a Customer Support Program (Warranty Extens...
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2018-05-24 · BBOM05242018901 Warranty extension
Dealer message - Today, May 24, 2018, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for 2002-17 Acura vehicles. This warranty extension applies in cases where any of the replacement dri...
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2016-12-14 · BPAS12142016901 Warranty extension
DEALER MESSAGE - SINCE THE POSTING OF SERVICE BULLETIN 16-033 FOR 09-11 TL SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR LOCK-UP FUNCTION THERE HAS BEEN A SHARP RISE IN CLAIMS FOR TORQUE CONVERTER SHUDDER F...
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2016-12-14 · BPAS12142016902 Warranty extension
DEALER MESSAGE - SINCE THE POSTING OF SERVICE BULLETIN 16-033 FOR 09-11 TL SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR LOCK-UP FUNCTION THERE HAS BEEN A SHARP RISE IN CLAIMS FOR TORQUE CONVERTER SHUDDER F...
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2016-09-17 · B16036 Warranty extension
"SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A JUDDER FROM THE TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK-UP CLUTCH FELT WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 20–45 MPH. TO MINIMIZE THE POSSIBILITY FOR THE JUDDER TO OCCUR, A SOFTWARE...
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2016-09-17 · B16040 Warranty extension
"SERVICE BULLETIN - THERE IS A JUDDER FROM THE TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK-UP CLUTCH FELT WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 20–45 MPH. TO MINIMIZE THE POSSIBILITY FOR THE JUDDER TO OCCUR, A SOFTWARE...
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2016-08-03 · BCA08032016901 Warranty extension
"DEALER MESSAGE - TODAY, AUGUST 3, 2016, ACURA REINSTATED THE TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED SERVICE BULLETINS 16-030, PRODUCT UPDATE: SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR LOCK-UP FUNCTION AND 16-040, WARRA...
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2016-07-21 · BCA07212016901 Warranty extension
"DEALER MESSAGE - TODAY, JULY 21, 2016, ACURA TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED SERVICE BULLETINS 16-030, PRODUCT UPDATE: SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR LOCK-UP FUNCTION AND 16-040, WARRANTY EXTENSION: 2...
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2016-07-07 · BCA07072016901 Warranty extension
"DEALER MESSAGE - ACURA IS ANNOUNCING A PRODUCT UPDATE AND A WARRANTY EXTENSION FOR MODEL YEAR 2012 ACURA TL VEHICLES TO ADDRESS TORQUE CONVERTER JUDDER, SHUDDER, OR VIBRATION CON...
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2016-06-21 · B-CA-06212016-90 Warranty extension
"DEALER MESSAGE - ACURA IS ANNOUNCING TWO WARRANTY EXTENSIONS FOR MODEL YEAR 2009-2011 ACURA TL VEHICLES TO ADDRESS TORQUE CONVERTER JUDDER, SHUDDER, OR VIBRATION CONCERNS. TO MIN...
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2016-06-21 · B16-036 Warranty extension
SERVICE BULLETIN - ACURA IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY ON THE TORQUE CONVERTER TO 8 YEARS FROM THE ORIGINAL DATE OF PURCHASE OR 105,000 MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. THERE IS A JUDDER...
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2015-04-15 · DLR MSG - Acura Warranty extension
Dealer message - Today, April 2, 2015, American Honda is announcing a warranty extension for some 2009-2011 TSX vehicles for continued high oil consumption after having service bul...
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2008-05-09 · 06050 Warranty extension
WARRANTY EXTENSION: VEHICLE WARRANTY MILEAGE. *KB AFFECTS 2002 THROUGH 2006 ACURA MODELS. UPDATED 8/15/08. *PE
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2008-05-09 · SB-06-050 Warranty extension
ACURA: WARRANTY EXTENSION: VEHICLE WARRANTY MILEAGE. A FEDERAL COURT PROVIDED FINAL APPROVAL OF THE SETTLEMENT OF A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT ALLEGING THAT THE ODOMETERS ON CERTAIN MOD...
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Common questions

Why was my Acura TL warranty claim denied even though similar problems are documented by the manufacturer?
Dealers sometimes deny claims based on mileage cutoffs, incomplete service records, or because a service advisor wasn't aware of a specific warranty extension or bulletin. Manufacturer filings, like the 31 warranty extensions and service campaigns on record for the Acura TL, don't automatically apply a claim—paperwork and documentation still need to connect your vehicle's symptoms to the covered issue.
What's the difference between a warranty extension and a recall?
A recall addresses a safety defect and typically requires free repair regardless of warranty status. A warranty extension, like the EPS control unit coverage extended to 15 years for certain Acura TL models, lengthens the manufacturer's original warranty period for a specific component or concern, but usually still requires the owner to request the repair within the extended timeframe and mileage limits.
Can a denied warranty claim be reopened or appealed?
Many manufacturers and dealers allow claims to be reviewed again if new documentation is presented, such as service records, repair invoices, or reference to a specific bulletin or extension that applies to your vehicle. Whether reconsideration is possible depends on your specific repair history and the reason for the original denial, which is why a documented review of your case is a useful first step.
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