2001-2003 Acura CL: Reliability
Updated: 11/23/08
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Our reliability study for this generation Acura CL includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation Acura CL .
Trouble Spots
Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search
for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested
solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer,
however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.
Automatic transmission:
Automatic transmission problems prompted to company to extend warranty coverage to 7 years/100,000 miles. (2000-02)
Automatic transmission:
Transmissions may fail due to lack of thread-locking compound on nut for low clutch. Honda/Acura has extended warranty on affected vehicles to 7 years or 100,000 miles. (2001-2003)
Battery:
The fan(s) for the radiator and/or air-conditioning condenser may run continuously and kill the battery. Both fan relays require replacement. (2001)
Clutch:
The clutch master cylinder may leak into the passenger compartment and should be replaced. (2001)
Engine stalling:
Vehicle may stall or be hard to start after sitting 15-20 minutes, especially during warm spells in colder weather where winter-blended fuel is sold. Replacing the fuel-pressure regulator and powertrain computer should fix it. (2001)
Oil leak:
Oil leaks due to aluminum-engine porosity require patching and/or installation of special sealing bolts for the timing-belt adjuster pulley, motor-mount bracket, and transmission-mounting bolts. (2001-02)
Windshield washer:
The tubing for the windshield washers deteriorates, causing wiper smearing. The tubing and wipers require replacement. (2001)
Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs
This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The
dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the
typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement
costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership
to be slightly higher.
| Item Name | Repair Cost |
| A/C Compressor | $805 |
| Alternator | $355 |
| Automatic Transmission or Transaxle | $2,350 |
| Brakes | $495 |
| Constant Velocity Joints | $820 |
| Exhaust System | $950 |
| Radiator | $610 |
| Shocks and/or Struts | $2,495 |
| Timing Chain or Belt | $400 |
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