Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 1998 acura cl. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact called napleton's palm beach acura (6870 okeechobee blvd, west palm beach, fl 33411; (888) 980-7593) and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
The worst 1998 Acura CL problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Electrical18
- Transmission10
- Airbags8
- Suspension7
- Acceleration5
- Engine5
- Steering4
- Fuel system2
- Locks2
- Tires2
- Visibility2
- Body1
- Lights1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1998 Acura CL
Recalls 5
Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu Oasis vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace it if necessary, with an inflator of a different design, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2020. Owners may contact American Honda's Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1‑888‑234‑2138 or Isuzu customer service at 1‑800‑255‑6727.
Recall number 20V026000 · Recall details
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles and mini vans, the ignition switch may wear excessively and prevent proper interlock operation, making it possible to turn the ignition key to the "off" position and remove the key without shifting the transmission to "park."
- Risk
- If the vehicle operator does not shift to "park" before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that determines the amount of cylinder body wear. If significant wear is indicated, the dealer will replace the cylinder body, collar, and latch plate. If no signs of wear are indicated, dealers will replace the latch plate with a redesigned part. Owner notification began december 8, 2003. Owners should contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009 or acura at 1‑800‑382‑2238.
Recall number 03V423000 · Recall details
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- On certain sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, and sport utility vehicles, electrical contacts in the ignition switch can degrade due to the high electrical current passing through the switch when the vehicle is started.
- Risk
- Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the ignition switch. Owner notification began june 14, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009 or acura at 1‑800‑382‑2238.
Recall number 02V120000 · Recall details
Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Certain vehicles were manufactured with ball joints that can prematurely wear out and, in the worse case, the ball joint would separate causing the front suspension to collapse.
- Risk
- This condition would result in vehicle deceleration and a sudden loss of power. Also steering controllability would be reduced.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front suspension lower ball joints.
Recall number 99V069000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switch
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles (honda accord sedans manufactured from september 18, 1997 to january 10, 1998; coupes manufactured december 11, december 15, 1997, and january 5, 1998; acura 2.3cl manufactured october 22, 1997 through january 7, 1998). During manufacturing, the casting die caused an irregularity in the right-side transmission cover. This irregularity can limit the movement of the parking pawl actuation level and prevent adequate engagement of the parking gear pawl. This does not comply with fmvs no. 114, "theft protection."
- Risk
- This condition can cause the vehicle to roll down an incline when the transmission is locked in "park," increasing the risk of personal injury and/or property damage.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a collar on the transmission parking pawl to ensure proper movement of the actuation lever.
Recall number 98V018000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Acura CL 51
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This SKU is a bushing kit
- Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.
- This bulletin updates the troubleshooting procedures for DTC P1456 (evap control system leakage [fuel tank...
- Acura: there are guidelines for various situations and procedures including: tire pressure valve stem...
- Homelink won't program with aftermarket remotes
- P1706 a/t switch short or open
- Don't test-drive with the malfunction indicator lamp or d indicator on
- V6 engine oil leaks
- Safety recall: ignition switch key interlock
- Recall campaign for certain cls and tls equipped with automatic transmission to all sales, service and...
1998 Acura CL fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 4‑cyl | FWD | 19-21 | 27-29 | 22-24 |
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17 | 26 | 20 |
What 1998 Acura CL owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 1998 acura cl. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. A dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 1998 acura cl. The contact received a recall notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however the part to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had scheduled an appointment at roper honda dealer (902 n rangeline rd, joplin, mo 64801) and was informed the part was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that part was not available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirmed part not available. *bf
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 1998 acura cl. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. Crown acura located at 18911 us 19 north clear water fl 33764, (888) 642-5567) and the manufacturer were contacted on multiple occasions and the contact was informed that parts would be available fourth quarter of 2020. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 acura cl. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Naples acura located at 659 airport-pulling rd, naples, fl 34104, (239)330-4212, was contacted by phone and confirmed the part to do the recall repair was not available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN tool confirms parts not available.*bf
The nearest acura dealership to me does not have the airbag replacement part to repair my recalled vehicle. The acura dealership has no idea when an airbag replacement for the vehicle will be available to complete the recall.
The switch is causing my car to die while im driving down the road or when im stopped and when I start to pull out on to the main road it has even stayed running when I cut the car off and take the key out I would have to pop my clutch to kill it and then my dash lights wouldnt go off or come back on and I wouldnt know it til I got back in my car to leave again and then the battery would be dead, ive had to hold my key on while driving and changing gears and now its causing my starter to sound like somethin awful its going to get me killed sonething needs to be done asap bout it. Uns can ignore this complaint all uns want but fair warning if I get killed in it there will be one big law suit on yalls ass. Ty have a bleesed day I could be turning or anything it does it, it does not hold back when it gets ready to cut off it will, there is no signs when its going to happen. It happens everyday everytime I drive it it cuts off @ least 40 times or more a day.
The vehicle died while driving down the road. I see where there was a recall for ignition switch but I am told by the dealer there is no active recall. The car belongs to my mother. The dealer did not change the part in 2012 because the dealer could not replicate the complaint.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 acura cl. The contact stated that the SRS warning indicator remained illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 138,594.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 acura cl. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled, while driving. The contact stated the vehicle could be restarted however, it took numerous attempts. The contact stated once the vehicle stalled, the immobilizer warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the electrical wiring harness for the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Prior to the failure, the vehicle had been repaired for the federal safety agency campaign number: 02v120000 (electrical system). The failure occurred daily. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 225,000.
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Questions about the 1998 Acura CL
Is the 1998 Acura CL reliable?
Owners have filed 55 complaints about the 1998 Acura CL, fewer than a typical CL model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Acura CL?
Electrical system, with 18 complaints, typically around 95,000 miles. Next is transmission (10).
How many recalls does the 1998 Acura CL have?
5 recalls, covering air bags, electrical system and suspension.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Acura CL electrical?
Yes, 2 recalls: 03V423000, 02V120000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Acura CL have the most electrical problems?
The Acura CL model years with the most electrical complaints are 1998 (18 complaints), 1997 (15 complaints) and 1999 (11 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1998 Acura CL get?
Official estimates for the 1998 Acura CL range from 20 to 24 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.3L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19-21 city and 27-29 highway.
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