KnownCarProblems2000 Acura RL Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 59 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Acura RL, most often about the air bags (44% of complaints, typically around 107,500 miles). It is the 2nd most complained-about RL model year since 2000 and has 4 recalls.
Most common 2000 Acura RL problems
Air bags
26 complaints · 44%Half of these problems showed up before 107,500 miles. Parts named most often: frontal, side/window.
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.
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…
Electrical
9 complaints · 15%Parts named most often: ignition, wiring, instrument cluster/panel.
The car alarm would went off intermittently during inclement condition. Dashboard/instrument panel lights remained on while the vehicle was turned off. Also, speedometer needle would continuously move back and forth while the vehicle was turned off. Vehicle had been to the dealer on 9 separate occasions, but the…
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…
Transmission
7 complaints · 12%Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
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.
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…
Brakes
5 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, foundation components, antilock.
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…
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…
Seat belts
5 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: front.
Srs light appears in dash indicating failure of the opds unit (occupant position detection system) this unit is responsible for airbag/seat belt detection and deployment. This component should be replaced free of charge due to the fact that it is seat belt/airbag related. This component fails frequently according to…
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…
Speed control
4 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: accelerator pedal.
The vehicle accelerated out of control. Consumer applied the brake, and even turned the vehicle off, but vehicle continued to accelerate.
The car alarm would went off intermittently during inclement condition. Dashboard/instrument panel lights remained on while the vehicle was turned off. Also, speedometer needle would continuously move back and forth while the vehicle was turned off. Vehicle had been to the dealer on 9 separate occasions, but the…
Visibility and wipers
4 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: power window devices and controls, sun/moon roof assembly, rearview mirrors/devices.
Vehicle had multiple electrical problems. The problems may have cause one crash. Bf the consumer hit a vehicle which was stopped in a turning lane at 35 MPH. When the vehicle crashed the air bags did not deploy. Throttle body was bent. Faulty window regulator caused the window to not close.
While driving, the sun roof exploded without warning. The consumer was able to pull over. No injuries were reported. The dealer was unable to determined why the sunroof exploded.
Engine
3 complaints · 5%Parts named most often: engine.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2000 Acura RL recalls
Air bags: inflator module
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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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. Due to a manufacturing issue, the replacement nadi inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
Air bags: inflator module
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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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 vehicles were equipped with non-azide driver air bag inflators (nadi) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the nadi inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
Brakes: master cylinder
Risk: The corrosion could eventually cause a complete brake system failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
On certain passenger vehicles, some brake master cylinders may have internal corrosion, resulting in reduced braking performance and increased stopping distances.
Lights: switch
Risk: Eventually, the brake lights will not illuminate when the brakes are applied, which increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2000 Acura RL
- What are the most common problems with the 2000 Acura RL?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: air bags (26 complaints, typically around 107,500 miles); electrical (9 complaints); transmission (7 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2000 Acura RL have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from January 17, 2020 (air bags). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2000 a bad year for the Acura RL?
- It is the 2nd most complained-about RL model year since 2000, with 59 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.