2015 Acura RL

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2015 Acura RL
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:54:40.395Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Acura RL Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2015 highlighted. 1996: 22 complaints 1996 1997: 19 complaints 1998: 11 complaints 1999: 24 complaints 1999 2000: 59 complaints 2001: 12 complaints 2002: 43 complaints 2002 2003: 9 complaints 2004: 11 complaints 2005: 125 complaints 2005 2006: 32 complaints 2007: 20 complaints 2008: 13 complaints 2008 2009: 8 complaints 2010: 9 complaints 2011: 3 complaints 2011 2012: 1 complaints 2015: 2 complaints 2015
2015: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
199622
199719
199811
199924
200059
200112
200243
20039
200411
2005125
200632
200720
200813
20098
20109
20113
20121
20152

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: steering.

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WHILE DRIVING THE CAR MADE A LEFT TURN ON IT'S ON REAL FAST THEN ALL MY DASH LIGHTS LITE UP LIKE A CHRISTMAS TREE. THE STEERING WHEEL AS ALSO STUCK IN A RIGHT HAND TURN BUT STILL DRIVING STRAIGHT. THIS WAS A VERY SCARY SITUATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190511

ENGINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine.

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THE CAR OVER HEAT EVEN AFTER MAKING SURE THAT IT HAS ENOUGH COOLANT, THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS CAR HAS DONE THIS IN A 2 YEAR SPAN!

NHTSA ODI report, 20190426

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electronic stability control (esc).

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WHILE DRIVING THE CAR MADE A LEFT TURN ON IT'S ON REAL FAST THEN ALL MY DASH LIGHTS LITE UP LIKE A CHRISTMAS TREE. THE STEERING WHEEL AS ALSO STUCK IN A RIGHT HAND TURN BUT STILL DRIVING STRAIGHT. THIS WAS A VERY SCARY SITUATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190511

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2015 Acura RL — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (1 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2015 Acura RL reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Acura RL?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2015 Acura RL have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.