Acura Rl 2001
Model Rl made in 2001 by Acura got 6 consumer complains as well as 10 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train and steering. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling.
Model 2001
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 11162004 | 11/16/2004 | 10014551 | Clearing vsa dtc 98. *eh | 05/04/2005 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 505 | 05/16/2005 | 10016260 | Cranks won't start, immobilizer light flashes. *tt | 09/06/2005 | |
| EQUIPMENT | |||||
| 09012004 | 09/01/2004 | 10013845 | Replacing navigation system dvd's can cause dvd disk error. *nm | 04/26/2005 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | |||||
| 03028 | 10/07/2003 | 10004804 | Navigation system displays u.s. post office phone numbers incorrectly. various models including 2003 rl. *tt | 01/08/2004 | |
| 011100 | 11/01/2000 | 615747 | Subject pertaining to the latest navigation system dvd software for 2001 3.2cl, 2001 mdx, 2000 - 2001 3.2tl, and 2000 - 2001 3.5rl models. *tt | 01/29/2001 | |
| 011100 | 11/01/2000 | 615748 | Information on the navigation system coverage area for 2001 3.2cl, 2001 mdx, 2000 - 2001 3.2tl and 2000 - 2001 3.5rl models. *tt | 01/29/2001 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS | |||||
| 08-026 | 05/31/2008 | 10025524 | Load carrying capacity reduced label for all acura vehicles. *pe | 08/15/2008 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC | |||||
| 01062001 | 06/01/2001 | 623649 | Subject regarding srs dtc 15-3, faulty opds sensor code. *yd | 10/29/2001 | |
| 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 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 05/08/2001 | 1 | 02/01/2001 | |
| While driving at slower speeds, vehicle stalled. transimmison has been having problems accelerating & decelerating. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||
| 50 | |||
| Transmission grinds when upshifting from first gear into second gear.*ak | |||
| STEERING | |||
| 01/04/2012 | 140000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 acura rl. the contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light, smoke started to emit from the engine compartment. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who diagnosed that the steering pump was leaking onto the catalytic converter or the engine. as a result, the power steering pump and hose needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 140,000 and the current mileage was 145,000. kmj | |||
| 01/04/2012 | 140000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 acura rl. the contact stated that while stop at a traffic light, smoke started to emmit from the engine compartment. the vehicle was taken to a local shop who diagnosed that the steering pump was leaking on the catalytic converter or engine as a result the power steering pump and hose needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 140,000 and the current mileage was 145,000. pm | |||