1996 Acura Rl Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1996 Acura Rl.

< older1997
Complaints
26
Crashes
2
Fires
2
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 1996 Acura Rl Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#16 complaints

Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls

Avg mileage:100,000 mi
#25 complaints

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

Avg mileage:128,433 mi
Crash-related:1
#33 complaints

Engine & Cooling

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1996 Acura Rl.

Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
100,000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
128,433
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wiring & Fuses
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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1996 Acura Rl — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1996 Acura Rl reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1996 Acura Rl has 26 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1996 Acura Rl?
Top reported problems: Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls (6 complaints, avg 100,000 mi); Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (5 complaints, avg 128,433 mi); Engine & Cooling (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1996 Acura Rl?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 112,924 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1996 Acura Rl?
NHTSA complaints for the 1996 Acura Rl include 2 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1996 Acura Rl have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1996 Acura Rl as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1996 Acura Rl?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Acura Rl reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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