2005 Acura RL vs 2007 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 | 2005 Acura RL | 2007 Acura RL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 125 | 20 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 132 | 71 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura RL | Acura RL |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 49 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 36 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 1 |
| Structure | 7 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 2 |
| Equipment | 3 | 1 |
| Power Train | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
2005 Acura RL
2007 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.