1996 ACURA SLX
2 recalls, 3 complaints - 13 TSBs
97V092002 Jun 3, 1997
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
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
THE LINE CAN BE DAMAGED DURING VEHICLE OPERATION AND CAN RESULT IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE, REDUCED BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS, AND INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES.
Remedy
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.
96V248002 Dec 12, 1996
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Defect Description
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
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.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR CENTER SEAT BELT TONGUE AND BUCKLE AND INCORRECT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES WILL BE REPLACED.
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
1 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Mar 1, 2006
Incident date: Feb 28, 2006
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 ... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Apr 24, 2002
Incident date: Apr 8, 2002
FRONT COLLISION AT 35-40 MPH, NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED, VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. NO INJURIES.*AK
Crash
SUSPENSION
Feb 24, 1999
VEHICLE'S SUSPENSION IS NOT VERY STABLE CREATING THE POSSIBILITY FOR ROLL OVER.
EPA Fuel Economy, 1996 ACURA SLX
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 13.0 | 17.0 | 14.0 | Regular | $4,400 |
| 3.2L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 14.0 | 17.0 | 15.0 | Regular | $4,100 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Special Purpose Vehicles)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1996 ACURA SLX
13 manufacturer communications from 12 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 2 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
| 036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 1 |
| 199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | 1 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
BJA46167
Jan 1, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Sending vehicle data to tech line.
Service Bulletin
Dec 16, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service bulletin - The engine detonates (pings) when you accelerate lightly below 3,000 rpm. The programmed ignition timing causes a non-damaging engine detonation to occur when the intake air temperature is above 140?F (60?C).
Service Bulletin
Dec 16, 2014
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Service bulletin - The engine detonates (pings) when you accelerate lightly below 3,000 rpm. The programmed ignition timing causes a non-damaging engine detonation to occur when the intake air temperature is above 140?F (60?C).
SB-0708
Nov 1, 2010
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
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
1003
Oct 16, 2003
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SHIFT SOLENOID IDENTIFICATION. *TT
1002
Oct 1, 2002
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
CLEARING ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. OCTOBER TECH LINE INFORMATION. *TT
010702
Jul 1, 2002
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
THIS ARTICLE MENTIONS THERE IS NO T ON REPLACEMENT TOP PISTON RINGS. *TT
402
Apr 1, 2002
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SUBJECT REGARDING REPLACEMENT TOP PISTON RING MARKING. *TT
B020010
Mar 25, 2002
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUBJECT REGARDING TRANSMISSION DRAIN PLUG LEAKING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID. *JG
01035
Oct 15, 2001
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
INFORMATION REGARDING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAIN CASE OIL PAN PLUG LEAKS. *JB
00006
May 1, 2000
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE STATIC FROM THE SPEAKERS WHILE ADJUSTING THE POWER MIRRORS WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND THE RADIO ON. *TT
99020
Jun 7, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CONCERNS WITH THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIANOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC(S) P0300 THRU P0306 STORED. *TT
99021
Jun 7, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
CONDITIONS CONCERNING ENGINE PINGING WHEN YOU ACCELERATE LIGHTLY BELOW 3,000 RPM. *TT
NHTSA Safety Investigations, ACURA SLX
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP96011
Opened: Aug 20, 1996
RISK OF ROLLOVER
CU ATTORNEY (NANCY PERKINS, ARNOLD & PORTER) AND ODI AGREED THAT AN EXTENSION IN THE PETITION REVIEW PROCESS WILL BE NECESSARY TO ALLOW ODI TIME TO CONDUCT A PROPER REVIEW OF THE NEW MATERIAL SUBMITTED BY CU ON DECEMBER 23, 1996.THEREFORE, THE NEW DUE DATE WILL BE APRIL 21, 1997.CONSUMERS UNION (CU)... Read more
ACURA SLX - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the ACURA SLX across all model years (1996, 1998).
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Total Recalls
13
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths