2000 Acura RL
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 2000 Acura RL. Newest first.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace it if necessary, with an inflator of a different design, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138 or Isuzu customer service at 1-800-255-6727.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 Acura 3.2CL, 2000-2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2000-2001 Acura 3.2TL, Honda CR-V and Honda Odyssey, 2001-2002 Acura MDX and 2000 Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver frontal air bag module as part of a vehicle repair.…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bags in the vehicles, replacing the driver frontal air bag inflator with an inflator of a different design, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138.
On certain passenger vehicles, some brake master cylinders may have internal corrosion, resulting in reduced braking performance and increased stopping distances.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The corrosion could eventually cause a complete brake system failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the master cylinder assembly, reservoir, and brake fluid. owner notification began july 28, 2003. owners should contact acura at 1-800-382-2238.
On certain passenger vehicles, during the manufacturing process, oil was applied to the brake pedal assembly to prevent rust. this oil can leak into the brake stop switch and contaminate the electrical contacts.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Eventually, the brake lights will not illuminate when the brakes are applied, which increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will clean any excess oil from the pedal assembly and replace the stop switch. owner notification began may 16, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact acura at 1-800-382-2238.
Owner complaints
59 complaints5 involved a crash1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes, air › Antilock › Abs warning light
The contact owns a 2000 Acura RL. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the ABS warning light, and the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system warning light were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was taken…
The contact owns a 2000 Acura RL. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the ABS warning light, and the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system warning light were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS module needed to be replaced; however, the part had been discontinued. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000.
- Air bags
The contact owns a 2000 Acura RL. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V027000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called the local dealer who confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer…
The contact owns a 2000 Acura RL. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V027000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called the local dealer who confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Air bags
The srs lamp has remained on since purchase in 2009.
- Air bags
I have received a notice from america honda motor company on march 2020 (nhtsa recall 20v-026) that the inflator inside the driver frontal airbag module may absorb moisture, which may cause the driver frontal airbag to malfunction in a crash where the airbag deploys. the letter states "the…
I have received a notice from america honda motor company on march 2020 (nhtsa recall 20v-026) that the inflator inside the driver frontal airbag module may absorb moisture, which may cause the driver frontal airbag to malfunction in a crash where the airbag deploys. the letter states "the replacement parts needed to repair your vehicle, if necessary, are not available and acura IS unable to inspect/repair your vehicle at this time." I called a local acura dealer on 9/1/2020 and was told that the parts are still not available and they are expected may 2021. this timeframe seems unreasonable to me.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2000 acura RL. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v027000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called acura of memphis (2611 ridgeway rd, memphis, tn 38119, (901) 630-4664) where it was…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2000 acura RL. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v027000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called acura of memphis (2611 ridgeway rd, memphis, tn 38119, (901) 630-4664) where it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags · Seat belts · Unknown or other
Dealerships intentionally ignore takata/nadi airbag safety occupant safety recalls on jan 2019 this vehicle was delivered to mcconnell honda alabama dealership repair shop for malfunction indication lights "batt" "brake". This malfunction was a result of aug 2018 patton honda georgia, dealership…
Dealerships intentionally ignore takata/nadi airbag safety occupant safety recalls on jan 2019 this vehicle was delivered to mcconnell honda alabama dealership repair shop for malfunction indication lights "batt" "brake". This malfunction was a result of aug 2018 patton honda georgia, dealership shop repair diagnostic (parking lot brake torquing) abuse while in custody to diagnose, a slight hesitation during acceleration and rubber squeak noise near front left wheel. No remedy was provided and vehicle was damaged and battery charging disabled by patton honda georgia. owner was charged a $100 service charge. mcconnell honda alabama did not troubleshoot malfunction, removed and replac ed a good alternator, which does not solve the battery circuit charging malfunction and billed customer $1320 initially then $920 after customer expressed disappointment with bad repair that will prove faulty. Mcconnell honda alabama latter attempts to re-title and sell owner's vehicle to auction despite civil small claims complaint filed on 25 march 2020 in montgomery county court, ala. neither dealership referenced or addressed the open recall safety status.
- Air bags
Tamara recall my srs light stays on continually. I am concerned there IS a problem with the airbags. I need to know if it IS safe to have someone in the passenger seat or if the airbag IS defective and IS a recall. I do not drive this car very often but now I have to because I have no other transportation.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2000 acura RL. While driving approximately 30 mph, the srs warning indicator remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the sensor in the passenger seat needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,000. The vin was not available.
- Unknown or other
Odometer was tampered which I believe IS fraud in the us.
- Air bags
I have been having problems with the air bags, since I bought the car
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2000 acura RL. When the vehicle was started, the air bag light remained illuminated. The failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 115,000.
- Power train · Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 2000 acura RL. The contact stated that a bolt prematurely fractured internally associated with the transmission and the gear train differential failed. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, there was a drastic reduction in speed and the accelerator pedal…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 acura RL. The contact stated that a bolt prematurely fractured internally associated with the transmission and the gear train differential failed. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, there was a drastic reduction in speed and the accelerator pedal did not respond. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop who diagnosed that the gear train differential needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 99v227000 (power train). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no remedy. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 159,000.
- Air bags · Electrical system · Unknown or other
The srs sensor jus pop on the ABS sensor pop on also the check engine light pops I don't know what to do and also I heard ticking and tapping and the engine started jumping whether I'm going slow or fast I really need some serious help why IS because I can possibly be in great danger do to the sensors that are going out in my vehicle .
- Air bags
Srs light on the dash stays on. It IS my understanding that the airbags will not deploy with light on. I had an independent mechanic determine that the airbag control module needs to be replaced. I believe this should be a repair that should be covered by a manufacturer warranty. Based on review of the safercar.gov website there are several other incidents of this same problem for this make, model and year.
- Air bags · Seat belts
Srs dash light has come on and stayed on. *tr
- Steering
The steering wheel column will not adjust. it IS stuck in the highest position. the plastic gear IS broken and the local acura dealer wants over $2000 to replace the whole thing. *tr
- Air bags
The srs light has come on and stayed on. air bags will not deploy with the light on. *tr
- Electrical system · Fuel/propulsion system · Power train
While stopped in traffic, upon acceleration. Engine stalled. vehicle placed in park and car was restarted and driven away. main fuel relay was replaced. per acura service bulletin 01-044, the incident that occurred could be due to a failed powertrain control module. per acura service bulletin…
While stopped in traffic, upon acceleration. Engine stalled. vehicle placed in park and car was restarted and driven away. main fuel relay was replaced. per acura service bulletin 01-044, the incident that occurred could be due to a failed powertrain control module. per acura service bulletin 01-044, there was an updated powertrain control module, but this part has since been discontinued and IS no longer being produced by acura. I have called acura customer service who stated that even though they are aware of the circumstances per technical service bulletin 01-044, there IS nothing they are able to do to repair the car. I feel that this IS a safety related issue due to the risk that the vehicle has the potential to continue to stall and cannot be repaired. *tr
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2000 acura RL. The contact stated that the srs indicator continuously illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vin and failure mileage were unknown.
- Air bags
Srs light on dash stays on. dealer cannot reset to get light to stay off. acura of denville, nj says opds (occupant position detection system) and sensor assemblies need to be re-placed at a cost of $1349.65 (+ tax). with srs light on air bags will not deploy. the srs failure appears to be the failure most documented in this forum. it IS a safety issue which should have a recall to correct the problem. *tr
- Air bags
Srs light stays on problem with sensor for airbag. *tr
- Power train
At a red light stopped. When light turned green I pressed accelerator to go and it just stalled with the engine revving up. Finally it started moving forward slowly. *tr
- Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices › Interior
TL* the contact owns a 2000 acura RL with a magna donnelly rear view mirror. The contact stated that a liquid inside the mirror spewed out from under the mirror without warning. The contact mentioned that the liquid hardened, damaging the seats and dashboard area. The vehicle was taken to the…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 acura RL with a magna donnelly rear view mirror. The contact stated that a liquid inside the mirror spewed out from under the mirror without warning. The contact mentioned that the liquid hardened, damaging the seats and dashboard area. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who verified the failure and stated that the mirror needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The manufacturer of the mirror was contacted who explained that when the mirror was manufactured, a specific gas was pumped between the two pieces of glass, which had deteriorated and allowed the gas to expand and burst. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 170,000. updated 09/05/12*lj updated 09/05/12
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
TL* the contact owns a 2000 acura RL. The contact stated that while attempting to turn right at 20 mph, she attempted to engage the brakes and the pedal depressed to the floor. As a result, she was involved in a rear end crash with another vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 acura RL. The contact stated that while attempting to turn right at 20 mph, she attempted to engage the brakes and the pedal depressed to the floor. As a result, she was involved in a rear end crash with another vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to diagnose the failure. The dealer stated that the failure might have been caused by the master cylinder and the brake system may need to be flushed. A police report was not filed and no injuries were reported. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any by acura. However, according amfam insurance, when the decoded the vin, the recall for the master cylinder came up for the consumers vehicle. the failure and current mileages were 108,000. updated 8/21/12 *cn recall# 03v239000. Updated 08/23/12
- Electrical system · Structure › Body
The following IS from acura. They recognize the problem, but have not recalled the defect. intermittent electrical problems (supersedes 98-028, security system sounds intermittently, dated september 28, 1998) symptoms the security system sounds intermittently while the vehicle IS parked. the…
The following IS from acura. They recognize the problem, but have not recalled the defect. intermittent electrical problems (supersedes 98-028, security system sounds intermittently, dated september 28, 1998) symptoms the security system sounds intermittently while the vehicle IS parked. the door locks cycle while driving. the instrument panel lights remain on. probable cause water IS leaking into the front pillars. The water IS getting into the connectors for the under-dash fuse/ relay box, the drivers multiplex control unit, or the door lock actuator, causing intermittent electrical problems. *kb
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10211608Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.
- 10193392Sending vehicle data to tech line.
- 10165333This SKU is a Front Upper Ball Joint. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for the outer diameter of the ball joint housing being too small. The outer diameter being too small would prevent the part from being installed, and would therefore have no impact on the end user besides time to complete installation.
- 10130044Servicenews article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.
- 10127358Servicenews article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.
- 10118544Tech line summary article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.
- 10117869Tech line summary article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and are looking for a solution.
- 10100462Service bulletin - navigation system information.
- 10099960"Service bulletin - this bulletin updates the troubleshooting procedures for dtc p1456 (evap control system leakage [fuel tank system]) and dtc p1457 (evap control system leakage[evap canister system]). Depending on the model, there are two individual procedures in this bulletin."
- 10037486Acura: there are guidelines for various situations and procedures including: tire pressure valve stem installation, trailer stability malfunction light IS on, engine oil application guide, new software, new transmission fluid, notchy steering feeling.
- 10025524Load carrying capacity reduced label for all acura vehicles.
- 10024561Acura service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Warranty extension: opds unit or opds sensor triggers srs dtc's 15-1, 15-2, 15-3. Csc was received.
- 10018109Homelink won't program with aftermarket remotes.
- 10018038Speedometer shops can transfer odometer mileage. Acura. Servicenews.
- 10016260Cranks won't start, immobilizer light flashes.
- 10014774Replacement or updated navigation dvd disks.
- 10014551Clearing vsa dtc 98.
- 10014093Navigation error message-dvd disk read error.
- 10014075Srs warning light on after body shop repair.
- 10014071Odometer accuracy.
- 10014067The homelink system may have test information stored in memory that must be erased before it can be programmed.
- 10014049If navigation system intermittently displays the message, database old see your dealer, apply the navigational system operating system software patch.
- 10013845Replacing navigation system dvd's can cause dvd disk error.
- 10013727Navigation system won't map match or gets lost. Acura tech line summary.
- 10012658Srs indicator comes on with srs diagnostic trouble code.
- 10012636Deformed windshield molding.
- 10011253Safety recall: 3.5RL brake master cylinder. Some brake master cylinders may have internal corrosion that could reduce braking performance and increase stopping distances.
- 10009294Buffeting noise with rear window(s) open. Acura. Servicenews.
- 10009256Intermittent sra diagnostic trouble code 1-1 to 1-5, driver's airbag inflator circuit. October tech line information.
- 10009255Keyless remote transmitter inoperative, . Check keyless, ceiling light, ignition key reminder beeper before troubleshooting keyless remote system. October tech line information.
- 10009254A/c compressor control logic. October tech line information.
- 10009253Clearing antilock braking system diagnostic trouble codes. October tech line information.
- 10009042Don't test-drive with the malfunction indicator lamp or d indicator on. Acura. Servicenews. April 2004.
- 10009040Repairing atf leaks under warranty. Acura. Servicenews. April 2004.
- 10009036Srs indicator on after body shop repair. Check for srs diagnostic trouble codes. Acura servicenews. April 2004.
- 10009002Audio unit and navi anti-theft codes available on in. Acura servicenews. May 2004.
- 10005950Poor air conditioner cooling on hard acceleration. Acura servicenews.
- 10005865Ceiling light, ignition key beeper foil keyless entry.
- 10005860Air conditioning (a/c) compressor control logic. Acura service news.
- 10005122Srs indicator comes on after body shop repair. Acura servicenews.
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