Acura Slx 1996
Model Slx made in 1996 by Acura got 3 consumer complains, 1 investigation there are 2 recalls as well as 11 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, service brakes, hydraulic and suspension. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and power train. The car had one investigation (structure). There were some recalls concerningseat belts, service brakes, hydraulic. The car has one 3.2l engine.
Model 1996
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 3.2L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | 4WD | 14/18/16 | 16/23/18 | Regular | $ 1125 | 18 | 951001 |
| ( 3.2L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 15/18/16 | 17/23/19 | Regular | $ 1125 | 18 | 951001 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - REAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 96V248002 | AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. | from 02/01/1996 to 02/28/1996 | V (Vehicle) | 163 | MFR | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) | 12/12/1996 | 12/19/1996 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect rear center seat belt assembly buckle. the misbuild involved fitting a buckle for another market with the correct u.s. specification seat belt. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Such installation results in a rear center seat belt assembly in which the belt tongue cannot be inserted into the buckle and a consquent inability of the system to provide proper occupant restraint during panic braking of the vehicle or an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the rear center seat belt tongue and buckle and incorrect buckle assemblies will be replaced. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification:owner notification will begin january 17, 1997. note: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 honda at 1-800-999-1009. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 97V092002 | AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. | from 02/01/1996 to 06/30/1996 | V (Vehicle) | 873 | MFR | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) | 06/03/1997 | 06/06/1997 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The line can be damaged during vehicle operation and can result in brake fluid leakage, reduced brake effectiveness, and increased stopping distances. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification began june 29, 1997.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. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 00006 | 05/01/2000 | 613948 | A condition may exist where static from the speakers while adjusting the power mirrors with the engine running and the radio on. *tt | 09/21/2000 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 010702 | 07/01/2002 | 636801 | This article mentions there is no t on replacement top piston rings. *tt | 11/14/2002 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 402 | 04/01/2002 | 637932 | Subject regarding replacement top piston ring marking. *tt | 12/09/2002 | |
| 99021 | 06/07/1999 | 606301 | Conditions concerning engine pinging when you accelerate lightly below 3,000 rpm. *tt | 08/16/1999 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 1003 | 10/16/2003 | 10004958 | Shift solenoid identification. *tt | 01/21/2004 | |
| B020010 | 03/25/2002 | 630971 | Subject regarding transmission drain plug leaking automatic transmission fluid. *jg | 04/30/2002 | |
| 01035 | 10/15/2001 | 626262 | Information regarding automatic transmission main case oil pan plug leaks. *jb | 12/13/2001 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 1002 | 10/01/2002 | 10009253 | Clearing antilock braking system diagnostic trouble codes. october tech line information. *tt | 09/20/2004 | |
| TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | |||||
| SB-0708 | 11/01/2010 | 10037486 | Acura: 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 steeri | 05/24/2011 | |
| SB-0708 | 11/01/2010 | 10037486 | Ready | 05/24/2011 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 99020 | 06/07/1999 | 606300 | Concerns with the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with dianostic trouble codes (dtc(s) p0300 thru p0306 stored. *tt | 08/16/1999 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | ||||||
| DP96011 | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) | 08/20/1996 | RISK OF ROLLOVER | |||
| Consumers union (cu) petitioned the agency to open an investigation to determine whether the 1995 and 1996 model isuzu trooper and acura slx vehicles are defective within the meaning of 49 u.s.c. chapter 301.specifically, cu alleged that testing demonstrated a dangerous propensity of the subject vehicles to roll over while performing a dynamic steering maneuver to avoid emergancy situations. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
| 04/08/2002 | |||
| Front collision at 35-40 mph, neither airbag deployed, vehicle was totalled. no injuries.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 02/28/2006 | 112500 | 1 | |
| Dt*: the contact stated there is brake fluid leakage and stopping distances were increased as a result. there is a nhtsa recall, # 97v092002, regarding the service brakes hoses and lines. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the vin. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repair. | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 1 | |||
| Vehicle's suspension is not very stable creating the possibility for roll over. | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IL | WOODFIELD | WOODFIELD ACURA |