Dt*: the contact stated there is brake fluid leakage and stopping distances were increased as a result. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 97v092002, regarding the service brakes hoses and lines. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repair.
The worst 1996 Acura SLX problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags1
- Brakes1
- Suspension1
Problems by type
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- Airbags1
- Brakes1
- Suspension1
Recalls 2
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- The left front brake lines were installed improperly at the assembly line resulting in insufficient clearance between the brake line and an upper control arm of the suspension.
- Risk
- The line can be damaged during vehicle operation and can result in brake fluid leakage, reduced brake effectiveness, and increased stopping distances.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the clearance between the brake line and the upper control arm. If the clearance is not according to specifications, the brake line will be replaced.
Recall number 97V092002 · Recall details
Seat belts: rear/other
- What is wrong
- Certain vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect rear center seat belt assembly buckle. The misbuild involved fitting a buckle for another market with the correct u.s. Specification seat belt.
- Risk
- Such installation results in a rear center seat belt assembly in which the belt tongue cannot be inserted into the buckle and a consquent inability of the system to provide proper occupant restraint during panic braking of the vehicle or an accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the rear center seat belt tongue and buckle and incorrect buckle assemblies will be replaced.
Recall number 96V248002 · Recall details
See all 2 recalls for the 1996 Acura SLX
Defect investigations
Risk of rollover
Cu attorney (nancy perkins, arnold & porter) and odi agreed that an extension in the petition review process will be necessary to allow odi time to conduct a proper review of the new material submitted by cu on december 23, 1996.therefore, the new due date will be april 21, 1997.consumers union (cu) petitioned the agency to open an investigation to determine whether the 1995 and 1996 model isuzu trooper and acura slx vehicles are defective within the meaning of 49 u.s. C. Chapter 301.specifically, cu alleged that testing demonstrated a dangerous propensity of the subject vehicles to roll over while performing a dynamic steering maneuver to avoid emergancy situations.
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Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Acura SLX 12
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Sending vehicle data to tech line.
- The engine detonates (pings) when you accelerate lightly below 3,000 rpm
- Acura: there are guidelines for various situations and procedures including: tire pressure valve stem...
- Shift solenoid identification
- Clearing antilock braking system diagnostic trouble codes
- This article mentions there is no t on replacement top piston rings
- Subject regarding replacement top piston ring marking
- Subject regarding transmission drain plug leaking automatic transmission fluid
- Information regarding automatic transmission main case oil pan plug leaks
- A condition may exist where static from the speakers while adjusting the power mirrors with the engine...
What 1996 Acura SLX owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Front collision at 35-40 MPH, neither airbag deployed, vehicle was totalled. No injuries.
Vehicle's suspension is not very stable creating the possibility for roll over.
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Questions about the 1996 Acura SLX
Is the 1996 Acura SLX reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1996 Acura SLX, 3.0 times a typical SLX model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Acura SLX?
Airbags, with 1 complaint. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 1996 Acura SLX have?
2 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic and seat belts.
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