1997 Acura Slx
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1997 Acura Slx. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1997 Acura Slx. Newest first.
The left front brake lines were installed improperly at the assembly line resulting in insufficient clearance between the brake line and an upper control arm of the suspension.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The line can be damaged during vehicle operation and can result in brake fluid leakage, reduced brake effectiveness, and increased stopping distances.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the clearance between the brake line and the upper control arm. if the clearance IS not according to specifications, the brake line will be replaced.
These vehicles were manufactured without a lock washer and/or screws in the front hub.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The bearing adjustment nut can loosen, resulting in too much free play between the wheel and axle. the bearing can seize, causing the wheel to lock affecting vehicle directional control increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the front hubs to determine if the lock washer and screws were properly installed. if not, they will make the necessary repairs.
Owner complaints
1 complaints
Latest complaints
- Exterior lighting
I have the 1997 acura slx. I have been having problems with the headlights coming on whenever it gets cold outside. When the temp IS 30 degrees or lower the headlights come on by themselves. I have taken the vehicle to see what causes this but no one can correct the problem or even knows what…
I have the 1997 acura slx. I have been having problems with the headlights coming on whenever it gets cold outside. When the temp IS 30 degrees or lower the headlights come on by themselves. I have taken the vehicle to see what causes this but no one can correct the problem or even knows what causes the lights to come on. As a result of lights coming on it runs down the battery. I have had the cable wires replaced I have purchased new batteries and the problem has not been resolved. Do you know what could cause this problem? *Tr
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.
- 10193392Sending vehicle data to tech line.
- 10115224Service bulletin - The engine detonates (pings) when you accelerate lightly below 3,000 rpm. The programmed ignition timing causes a non-damaging engine detonation to occur when the intake air temperature is above 140F (60C).
- 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.
- 10009253Clearing antilock braking system diagnostic trouble codes. October tech line information.
- 10004958Shift solenoid identification.
- 637932Subject regarding replacement top piston ring marking.
- 636801This article mentions there IS no t on replacement top piston rings.
- 630971Subject regarding transmission drain plug leaking automatic transmission fluid.
- 626262Information regarding automatic transmission main case oil pan plug leaks.
- 613948A condition may exist where static from the speakers while adjusting the power mirrors with the engine running and the radio on.
- 606301Conditions concerning engine pinging when you accelerate lightly below 3,000 rpm.
- 606300Concerns with the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with dianostic trouble codes (dtc(s) p0300 thru p0306 stored.
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