1998 Acura TL Problems: 1 Known Issue
1998 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated November 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 1998 Acura TL has 1 documented issue, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is Front suspension lower ball joint recall (99V069000) — premature wear, risk of suspension collapse. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A TRANSMISSION CASE BOLT CAN LOOSEN AND FALL OUT ALLOWING THE TRANSMISSION TO DISENGAGE FROM THE DIFFERENTIAL.
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. CERTAIN VEHICLES WERE MANUFACTURED WITH BALL JOINTS THAT CAN PREMATURELY WEAR OUT AND, IN THE WORSE CASE, THE BALL JOINT WOULD SEPARATE CAUSING THE FRONT SUSPENSION TO COLLAPSE.
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What are the most common Acura TL problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 1998 Acura TL has 1 documented issue. The documented issue is: Front suspension lower ball joint recall (99V069000) — premature wear, risk of suspension collapse. Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Acura TL reliable?
The 1998 Acura TL has 1 known issue compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Front suspension lower ball joint recall (99V069000) — premature wear, risk of suspension collapse. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
What is the 1996-1998 Acura TL Front suspension lower ball joint recall (99V069000) — premature wear, risk of suspension collapse?
If you own a 1996, 1997 or 1998 Acura TL, NHTSA recall 99V069000 may apply to your car's front suspension — it covers certain TLs built between May 1996 and February 1998. Acura recalled the front lower ball joints because they can wear out ahead of their intended service life; i… Severity: high.
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