Acura Slx 1998
Model Slx made in 1998 by Acura got 6 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 10 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline and tires. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and power train. There was one recall concerning power train . The car has one 3.5 engine.
Model 1998
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | 4 | 15/19/17 | 16.5333/24.481/19.3619 | Regular | 1102 | SPECIAL PURPOSE VEHICLE 4WD |
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) | ||||||||||||||||
| 98V180000 | ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED | from 09/01/1997 to 01/31/1998 | V (Vehicle) | 3062 | 08/24/1998 | MFR | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) | 08/03/1998 | 08/17/1998 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. the transfer gearbox flange nuts were not properly installed, causing the nuts to loosen. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the flange nuts loosen, the propeller shaft can separate, rendering the vehicle inopeative. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect front and rear flange nuts and, if found loose, tighten to specified torque and secured staked at two places. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification is expected to begin august 24, 1998. 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 isuzu at 1-800-643-4070, ext. 300 or acura at 1-800-382-2238.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
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 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||||
| 99004 | 01/18/1999 | 604638 | Conditions on muffler rattling above 3,000 rpm. *tt | 05/07/1999 | |
| 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 | Ready | 05/24/2011 | |
| 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 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 05/04/2006 | 122000 | 1 | 07/15/2005 |
| My 1998 acura slx, with 122,000 miles, requires a new engine. the car developed a loud slapping noise and was diagnosed by 2 mechanics as a broken piston skirt. i was told that this is a common issue with these cars - a result of a mismatch between the isuzu engine and the acura transmission. *nm | |||
| 06/01/2004 | 38000 | 1 | 06/24/1998 |
| In june of 2003, we took our 1998 acura slx w/45k miles on it into stevens creek isuzu dealership for a major service and to check out the pinging/grinding noise that we had been hearing for a long time. we were told they couldn't duplicate the noise. in june 2004, we took it to the reno isuzu for an oil change and to check out the noise and we were told that we needed a new engine. our car now has 54k miles on it. we took it to an independent mechanic shop for a second opinion and were told that a rod was blown and a new engine would be needed. the car is still in the shop. we paid $4k for a new engine so far and will owe about $3k in labor & misc. parts. we feel that since this problem started while still under mileage warranty but could not be diagnosed, acura/isuzu should pay for the engine and labor that we have incured. our mileage is extremely low and there should be no reason to replace the engine this soon. we own a 1993 jeep cherokee that have 117k miles on the original engine! we have read many complaints on other websites about the acura/isuzu engines blowing so early. we are very disappointed and will never recommend nor buy an acura/isuzu again. | |||
| 10/20/2003 | 75000 | 1 | 08/01/2002 |
| Consumer stated she heard knocking and a loud pinging noise coming from the engine. she then pulled over and her husband checked the vehicle and saw that the oil was empty although she had an oil change before the trip. all of the oil spilled from the engine. engine had blown. *ak *sc *jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 07/03/1998 | 1 | 04/01/1998 | |
| The quick disconnect gas tank connection came loose on the highway. driver is unaware of leak until made aware of it by someone else. | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 08/20/2000 | 4 | 07/01/1997 | |
| Unable to steer straight line at 70 mph 95 degrees, wanders over road, okay when tires cold. *ak( dot number: cll417 tire size: p245/70r16 ) | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - ACCELERATOR PEDAL | |||
| 02/01/2000 | |||
| Throttle sucked to the ground and would not release when brakes applied, when emergency brake was extended. *ak | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | LOS GATOS | LOS GATOS ACURA | ||
| CA | OAKLEY | 94561 | CONTRA COSTA AUCTION | 925 432 8900 |