repaired · 2022 Q3
Driver side: 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.
2000 Acura RLProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 59 owner complaints about the 2000 Acura RL, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-026 the manufacturer reports only 4% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 3, 2022. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2000 Acura RL has problems
59 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
26Air bags2 crash/fire/injury
9Electrical system
7Power train
5Seat belts
4Visibility
4Vehicle speed control
4Service brakes, hydraulic
3Steering
3Engine and engine cooling
109 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 26 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 0 |
| Power train | 7 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 5 | 0 |
| Visibility | 4 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 1 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 4 | 2 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 10 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2000 Acura RL recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Driver side: 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.
no report yet
Foundation components: master cylinder
Risk. THE CORROSION COULD EVENTUALLY CAUSE A COMPLETE BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
no report yet
Brake lights: switch
Risk. EVENTUALLY, THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED, WHICH INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Acura.
Best & worst years
2000 vs. every other RL year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the RL median. How we score
'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'15
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2000 Acura RL safety ratings
2000 Acura RL 4-DR. w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: No
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What RL owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2000 Acura RL. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V027000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called the local dealer who confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer…
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…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 ACURA RL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V027000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED ACURA OF MEMPHIS (2611 RIDGEWAY RD, MEMPHIS, TN 38119, [PHONE]) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED…
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