TL Takata Airbag Recall
#441
I am so incredibly disappointed. After doing extensive research and being approved for a loan, I was set on the TL being my next car. But now that there is a stop-sale, and no definite dates as to when more airbags will be available, I am nervous to buy from other dealerships. I don't want to wait for months to buy, I don't want to risk it even if the chances are slim and I definitely don't want a damn TLX. Now I feel like I'm back to the drawing board in finding a car. *long deep sigh*
Anyway, everyone be careful.
Anyway, everyone be careful.
#442
Cruisin'
I am so incredibly disappointed. After doing extensive research and being approved for a loan, I was set on the TL being my next car. But now that there is a stop-sale, and no definite dates as to when more airbags will be available, I am nervous to buy from other dealerships. I don't want to wait for months to buy, I don't want to risk it even if the chances are slim and I definitely don't want a damn TLX. Now I feel like I'm back to the drawing board in finding a car. *long deep sigh*
Anyway, everyone be careful.
Anyway, everyone be careful.
Any kind of reasearch should have shown this recall ordeal. Also why did you go through financing and all if the car was under stop-sale? Was this at a Honda or Acura dealership?!?
#443
Burning Brakes
[QUOTE=Chareb8;15729986]I am so incredibly disappointed. After doing extensive research and being approved for a loan, I was set on the TL being my next car. But now that there is a stop-sale, and no definite dates as to when more airbags will be available, I am nervous to buy from other dealerships. I don't want to wait for months to buy, I don't want to risk it even if the chances are slim and I definitely don't want a damn TLX. Now I feel like I'm back to the drawing board in finding a car. *long deep sigh*
Anyway, everyone be careful.[/QUOTE
Have you considered buying from an individual or from a non Acura dealership? Only Acura dealerships are prohibited from selling TLs.
Anyway, everyone be careful.[/QUOTE
Have you considered buying from an individual or from a non Acura dealership? Only Acura dealerships are prohibited from selling TLs.
#444
CTSV,TL, Audi Q7 & A5SB
You have to remember it was the Federal Government that issued the recalls - not the car manufactures. The car makers must have made a cost/benefit analysis and decided to wait for the Feds before taking action. Seems so harsh and unbelievable that a few deaths can be "accepted" in this analysis.
#445
Yikes! February?! When I said research I really just meant narrowing down my make list to what fit my wants. But you're right, as I was searching I didn't see anything about the recall. I have been searching since the middle of March, saw a few TL's (independent dealers), then went for financing. I went to an Acura dealership this Sunday and they said "oh girl no! We're not selling them because of the stop-sale!"
#446
[QUOTE=a35tl;15730016]
I gave
I am so incredibly disappointed. After doing extensive research and being approved for a loan, I was set on the TL being my next car. But now that there is a stop-sale, and no definite dates as to when more airbags will be available, I am nervous to buy from other dealerships. I don't want to wait for months to buy, I don't want to risk it even if the chances are slim and I definitely don't want a damn TLX. Now I feel like I'm back to the drawing board in finding a car. *long deep sigh*
Anyway, everyone be careful.[/QUOTE
Have you considered buying from an individual or from a non Acura dealership? Only Acura dealerships are prohibited from selling TLs.
Anyway, everyone be careful.[/QUOTE
Have you considered buying from an individual or from a non Acura dealership? Only Acura dealerships are prohibited from selling TLs.
#447
[QUOTE=a35tl;15730016]
I have. That is where I have been going. But I'm honestly kind of scared. Especially since my little brother will be driving my car sometimes as well. If their advertised cars were repaired, then sure! But failing to tell customers?! I understand that it's a business but they should chop down the price for selling with an open recall.
I am so incredibly disappointed. After doing extensive research and being approved for a loan, I was set on the TL being my next car. But now that there is a stop-sale, and no definite dates as to when more airbags will be available, I am nervous to buy from other dealerships. I don't want to wait for months to buy, I don't want to risk it even if the chances are slim and I definitely don't want a damn TLX. Now I feel like I'm back to the drawing board in finding a car. *long deep sigh*
Anyway, everyone be careful.[/QUOTE
Have you considered buying from an individual or from a non Acura dealership? Only Acura dealerships are prohibited from selling TLs.
Anyway, everyone be careful.[/QUOTE
Have you considered buying from an individual or from a non Acura dealership? Only Acura dealerships are prohibited from selling TLs.
#448
Burning Brakes
Got my rental just now. A wonderful 2015 gold Toyota Camry. Oh boy! This is a bare bones care with a rental car smell inside. I can't imagine anyone actually wanting to own this car. The only other choice was a '14 Altima. Acura dealer told me yesterday it could be anywhere from 1 to 12 weeks before they have the parts in to repair my airbags. He said they prioritize based on the VIN of the car.
#449
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I've been following this thread pretty closely, expecting the worst. My dealer has been saying the right things - we'll see tomorrow when I pick up my rental.
The dealer has said nothing smaller than standard and as comparable as possible to the "luxuries" of my TL. They also said that I can tell Enterprise what I want and they've been instructed to make it happen, though the limit is $45/day.
Like I said, I have an appointment in the morning to sign paperwork and then they'll shuttle me over to Enterprise. When push comes to shove we'll see how Enterprise really handles this.
The dealer has said nothing smaller than standard and as comparable as possible to the "luxuries" of my TL. They also said that I can tell Enterprise what I want and they've been instructed to make it happen, though the limit is $45/day.
Like I said, I have an appointment in the morning to sign paperwork and then they'll shuttle me over to Enterprise. When push comes to shove we'll see how Enterprise really handles this.
The Enterprise office was extremely helpful and told me when/if I wanted to swap it out they would swap it for anything else I'd like to drive that they have on their lot.
#450
Enterprise originally had a Dodge Journey reserved for me. I told them I'd prefer something else and then I mentioned I had some summer projects to get done so if they had a truck I'd be willing to take it. They obliged with the only truck they had on their lot - 4 door Dodge Ram Big Horn with the Hemi V8. Only 6,500 miles on it so it's pretty clean and smells good for a rental.
The Enterprise office was extremely helpful and told me when/if I wanted to swap it out they would swap it for anything else I'd like to drive that they have on their lot.
The Enterprise office was extremely helpful and told me when/if I wanted to swap it out they would swap it for anything else I'd like to drive that they have on their lot.
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I know, wildly different, but I figured I needed to haul some mulch, sand and lumber anyway. Might as well get some additional benefit from having to have a rental. And, this was easier than borrowing my father in-laws F-150 or renting a different truck or trailer when I needed it. Beauty is, when I'm ready for something else, I just go swap it out.
#452
I know, wildly different, but I figured I needed to haul some mulch, sand and lumber anyway. Might as well get some additional benefit from having to have a rental. And, this was easier than borrowing my father in-laws F-150 or renting a different truck or trailer when I needed it. Beauty is, when I'm ready for something else, I just go swap it out.
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#453
Burning Brakes
LOL 1st world problem.
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My latest first world problem. After having my rental for 2.5 months, I just got a call from enterprise staying that Acura will no longer pay for my rental. I called my dealer and they said they never said such a think to enterprise. The service manager said they will take care of it with enterprise. It was odd and caught me off guard. I'm glad the service manager is taking care of it.
#456
My latest first world problem. After having my rental for 2.5 months, I just got a call from enterprise staying that Acura will no longer pay for my rental. I called my dealer and they said they never said such a think to enterprise. The service manager said they will take care of it with enterprise. It was odd and caught me off guard. I'm glad the service manager is taking care of it.
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My contract doesn't have an end date either. Enterprise said they'd probably call me every 30 days for an update on mileage but there would be no need to come back until I'm turning the car in. I wouldn't even need to bring it back for oil changes. They have a corporate agreement with Firestone so if an oil change is needed I could just take it to a Firestone and they'd bill Enterprise directly.
#459
CTSV,TL, Audi Q7 & A5SB
My contract doesn't have an end date either. Enterprise said they'd probably call me every 30 days for an update on mileage but there would be no need to come back until I'm turning the car in. I wouldn't even need to bring it back for oil changes. They have a corporate agreement with Firestone so if an oil change is needed I could just take it to a Firestone and they'd bill Enterprise directly.
I even had my insurance company speak to Enterprise and it still didn't matter, they told me they would need to re-new the contract every month. So due to my schedule I have to contact them next week (a week ahead of time) to see if I can renew it then..
#460
If you have a relatively new TL (mine's a 2013); why you won't probably get the parts until autumn...
Fixes for Takata air bags can take months. What to drive in the meantime? - LA Times
Also some complaints from Beamer owners about being given Kia's for a replacement vehicle... LOL!
Fixes for Takata air bags can take months. What to drive in the meantime? - LA Times
Also some complaints from Beamer owners about being given Kia's for a replacement vehicle... LOL!
#461
Here's the list of cars affected by the Takata airbag recall. It's mind-boggling.
http://www.nydailynews.com/autos/new...icle-1.2602999
BMW has 40 models affected. That's 40! Yikes!
Mercedes Benz has 38 models.
http://www.nydailynews.com/autos/new...icle-1.2602999
BMW has 40 models affected. That's 40! Yikes!
Mercedes Benz has 38 models.
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#462
Cruisin'
Update from my Product Specialist at Frank Leta Acura in St. Louis:
"Acura ILX's are receiving airbags now. TL's will be last more than likely. They are going from newest to oldest for replacements. Frank Leta has only been supplied with two airbags so far."
I can only imagine the amount of inventory they have on the lot of ILX's and then other newer models of Acuras before they can get to "my" 2013 TL....
"Acura ILX's are receiving airbags now. TL's will be last more than likely. They are going from newest to oldest for replacements. Frank Leta has only been supplied with two airbags so far."
I can only imagine the amount of inventory they have on the lot of ILX's and then other newer models of Acuras before they can get to "my" 2013 TL....
#463
Update from my Product Specialist at Frank Leta Acura in St. Louis:
"Acura ILX's are receiving airbags now. TL's will be last more than likely. They are going from newest to oldest for replacements. Frank Leta has only been supplied with two airbags so far."
I can only imagine the amount of inventory they have on the lot of ILX's and then other newer models of Acuras before they can get to "my" 2013 TL....
"Acura ILX's are receiving airbags now. TL's will be last more than likely. They are going from newest to oldest for replacements. Frank Leta has only been supplied with two airbags so far."
I can only imagine the amount of inventory they have on the lot of ILX's and then other newer models of Acuras before they can get to "my" 2013 TL....
From what I understand, the oldest customer cars are in the most danger (plus the humidity level where the car is located). so a 2013-14 should probably be fixed last. And out of that lot, the one's that have rental cars will be fixed first.
#465
Cruisin'
Maybe he's thinking "newest" to oldest because the sales vehicles will probably get serviced first.
From what I understand, the oldest customer cars are in the most danger (plus the humidity level where the car is located). so a 2013-14 should probably be fixed last. And out of that lot, the one's that have rental cars will be fixed first.
From what I understand, the oldest customer cars are in the most danger (plus the humidity level where the car is located). so a 2013-14 should probably be fixed last. And out of that lot, the one's that have rental cars will be fixed first.
Like i said with them only getting two airbags so far this is only a dim glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel for me.
#466
Late to the thread
I just recently bought an 04 TL and am in the process of fixing it up- daily driving as I do.
I have some questions for someone who has been an owner longer than a month!
1) where do we go to determine whether or not our particular car was affected
2)How are the dealers treating this?
3) I am reading a lot about high humidity areas- does this make the incident more likely to happen? I only ask because the TL I purchased spent the majority of its life in Florida.
Thanks for your time!
I have some questions for someone who has been an owner longer than a month!
1) where do we go to determine whether or not our particular car was affected
2)How are the dealers treating this?
3) I am reading a lot about high humidity areas- does this make the incident more likely to happen? I only ask because the TL I purchased spent the majority of its life in Florida.
Thanks for your time!
#467
I just recently bought an 04 TL and am in the process of fixing it up- daily driving as I do.
I have some questions for someone who has been an owner longer than a month!
1) where do we go to determine whether or not our particular car was affected
2)How are the dealers treating this?
3) I am reading a lot about high humidity areas- does this make the incident more likely to happen? I only ask because the TL I purchased spent the majority of its life in Florida.
Thanks for your time!
I have some questions for someone who has been an owner longer than a month!
1) where do we go to determine whether or not our particular car was affected
2)How are the dealers treating this?
3) I am reading a lot about high humidity areas- does this make the incident more likely to happen? I only ask because the TL I purchased spent the majority of its life in Florida.
Thanks for your time!
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#468
Got Rental Car
I turned my 2009 TL in 2 weeks ago to the dealer. I told the Service Manager I wanted a car similar to what I drive. He called Enterprise and I requested a car with bluetooth and similar to my TL. I picked a Buick Lacrosse the next day that had only 2800 miles. Not a bad car. Fully loaded except no Nav. I programed my phone & garage door opener into it. Now I have to take my 2014 ILX in and see what I get.
#469
Went in today at the local Enterprise branch and traded in the 2016 Hyundai Tucson I drove for 6 weeks for a 2016 Nissan Maxima with no problem. They even upgraded me without me begging for it. Apparently they categorize Maxima as Premium and I do agree, it is a lot nicer and pretty comparable to TL minus leather, heated seats, AWD. It is a very nice car!!
#470
Went in today at the local Enterprise branch and traded in the 2016 Hyundai Tucson I drove for 6 weeks for a 2016 Nissan Maxima with no problem. They even upgraded me without me begging for it. Apparently they categorize Maxima as Premium and I do agree, it is a lot nicer and pretty comparable to TL minus leather, heated seats, AWD. It is a very nice car!!
#471
I wish this was my case too.. Even though my insurance company told me numerous times that it didn't matter if I had the car 2 weeks or 4 months my policy would cover the rental as if it was my own car, I still have to renew the contract every month.
I even had my insurance company speak to Enterprise and it still didn't matter, they told me they would need to re-new the contract every month. So due to my schedule I have to contact them next week (a week ahead of time) to see if I can renew it then..
I even had my insurance company speak to Enterprise and it still didn't matter, they told me they would need to re-new the contract every month. So due to my schedule I have to contact them next week (a week ahead of time) to see if I can renew it then..
Today was my 2nd 30day contract renewal since got my loaner the dealer made it seem critical that i come back within 30days to renew i dont know why when they dont even come out to inspect.
#472
I called one of the local Acura dealers the other day. They have not gotten one part in as of yet. He said it may not be until the fall before the TL's gets repaired, maybe longer. I am genuinely concerned that it may take even longer than that. Acura/Honda has 1000's of cars to repair and apparently this part is not easy to get. I've heard someone comment here and say it takes 10 minutes to do the job but that's not realistic. It's at least an hour labor and time to schedule it, coordinate it with the shops other work, etc.
Conversely I called a different dealer, and they sad existing customers would be services first(not the stop sale ILX and RDX's on the lot). I call BS on that as it differs from everything else I have heard. Not really sure what to do here, if this goes into the fall or later, Acura will have paid 6000-7000.00 for car rental fees, which is probably 30% of the value of my car. All we can do is wait I guess, right now I am stuck with a 3000 lb paperweight sitting in my garage, not feeling good about it.
Conversely I called a different dealer, and they sad existing customers would be services first(not the stop sale ILX and RDX's on the lot). I call BS on that as it differs from everything else I have heard. Not really sure what to do here, if this goes into the fall or later, Acura will have paid 6000-7000.00 for car rental fees, which is probably 30% of the value of my car. All we can do is wait I guess, right now I am stuck with a 3000 lb paperweight sitting in my garage, not feeling good about it.
#473
I called one of the local Acura dealers the other day. They have not gotten one part in as of yet. He said it may not be until the fall before the TL's gets repaired, maybe longer. I am genuinely concerned that it may take even longer than that. Acura/Honda has 1000's of cars to repair and apparently this part is not easy to get. I've heard someone comment here and say it takes 10 minutes to do the job but that's not realistic. It's at least an hour labor and time to schedule it, coordinate it with the shops other work, etc.
Conversely I called a different dealer, and they sad existing customers would be services first(not the stop sale ILX and RDX's on the lot). I call BS on that as it differs from everything else I have heard. Not really sure what to do here, if this goes into the fall or later, Acura will have paid 6000-7000.00 for car rental fees, which is probably 30% of the value of my car. All we can do is wait I guess, right now I am stuck with a 3000 lb paperweight sitting in my garage, not feeling good about it.
Conversely I called a different dealer, and they sad existing customers would be services first(not the stop sale ILX and RDX's on the lot). I call BS on that as it differs from everything else I have heard. Not really sure what to do here, if this goes into the fall or later, Acura will have paid 6000-7000.00 for car rental fees, which is probably 30% of the value of my car. All we can do is wait I guess, right now I am stuck with a 3000 lb paperweight sitting in my garage, not feeling good about it.
#474
Got a call from ACR representative last night and he was making sure that I was taken care of and he mentioned the parts might be arriving sooner than the letter says. He said early summer instead of late summer stated in the letter. I don't know but I believe that they should be able to get the parts early summer
#475
Burning Brakes
Got a call from ACR representative last night and he was making sure that I was taken care of and he mentioned the parts might be arriving sooner than the letter says. He said early summer instead of late summer stated in the letter. I don't know but I believe that they should be able to get the parts early summer
#476
Instructor
I worked through Bloomington Acura in MN where I bought my TL.
I got a POS Impala at first, but that was all the local office had. The Enterprise guy was trying to get something close to my TL and was thinking V-6. Got to credit him for trying. The power was good but it had a ton of torque steer, I hated the tech, and the visibility was awful. Not even a backup camera.
So on my way back from a business trip I went to the airport Enterprise and she had a new Ford Taurus Limited. The tech is not too bad, and other than not having GPS, it's better than the TL. At least it shows the title of a song when I listen to my Galaxy S6 over bluetooth. It even has remote start, which is nice since I have to park it outside in the driveway now.
At the suggestion of my Farmer's insurance guy, I lowered my coverage on the TL to storage coverage for the duration. It's a significant savings.
Maybe in a month or so I'll bring the Ford back and look for a Maxima.
I got a POS Impala at first, but that was all the local office had. The Enterprise guy was trying to get something close to my TL and was thinking V-6. Got to credit him for trying. The power was good but it had a ton of torque steer, I hated the tech, and the visibility was awful. Not even a backup camera.
So on my way back from a business trip I went to the airport Enterprise and she had a new Ford Taurus Limited. The tech is not too bad, and other than not having GPS, it's better than the TL. At least it shows the title of a song when I listen to my Galaxy S6 over bluetooth. It even has remote start, which is nice since I have to park it outside in the driveway now.
At the suggestion of my Farmer's insurance guy, I lowered my coverage on the TL to storage coverage for the duration. It's a significant savings.
Maybe in a month or so I'll bring the Ford back and look for a Maxima.
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#477
I was told if I did that, I would only be covered for comprehension. My coverage covers me to drive any car, as long as I'm paying for the car I'm replacing. If you cut down on your insurance, you may only be covered for anything that happens in storage... I'd double check if I were you.
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#478
I absolutely love the digital instrumentation gauge. It tells you what speed limits are on the roads!! Size wise it is very comparable to our TL! I felt a little cramped when I was in a TLX.
#479
Instructor
I was told if I did that, I would only be covered for comprehension. My coverage covers me to drive any car, as long as I'm paying for the car I'm replacing. If you cut down on your insurance, you may only be covered for anything that happens in storage... I'd double check if I were you.
I think you would be right if the TL was my only car.
#480
CTSV,TL, Audi Q7 & A5SB
From what I was originally told, the every 30 days isn't so much to inspect the car as it is to renew the contract for insurance purposes. Even though as I have mentioned, my insurance company has told me and Enterprise it's not necessary.