1996 Acura RL vs 1997 Acura RL
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Acura RL | 1997 Acura RL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 19 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 69 | 70 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura RL | Acura RL |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 2 |
| Visibility | 5 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 0 | 2 |
1996 Acura RL
1997 Acura RL
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.