2003 Acura TL Acura TL 2003

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2003 Acura TL repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (21%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (24%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (2%)

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2003 Acura TL brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (17%)

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2003 Acura TL 4dr Sedan

260-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

117800 mi brake lines and 
126800 mi

US $400
I had a sticking rear caliper causing unusually fast brake pad wear. I opted to replace both rear calipers at one time to prevent future problems. The same caliper required an inexpensive adjustment several years ago. 
141300 mi

US $1005
Brake lines were starting to rust out 
163000 mi

US $334
Both rear caliper bolts failed, flinging caliper to the winds. Replaced caliper, both rear rotors (one was damaged in said flinging) 
95700 mi

US $300
Front brake calipers squeaking. changing pads, discs, lubricant did not work. Determined the caliper was cracked and replaced 

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2003 Acura TL 4dr Sedan

225-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

47000 mi

US $650
Stuttering with braking. Only rear brakes affected; uneven wear due to rusted caliper. Rear pads, calipers, and the rotors were resurfaced. 

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2003 Acura TL Brake Problems

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