2000 Acura RL vs 2002 Acura RL
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Acura RL | 2002 Acura RL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 59 | 43 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 85 | 72 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 77,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura RL | Acura RL |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 26 | 18 |
| Power Train | 7 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 5 |
| Steering | 3 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
2000 Acura RL
2002 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.