Structure Related Problems of the 2003 Acura CL

Table 1 shows three common structure related problems of the 2003 Acura CL.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Acura CL

Problem Category Number of Problems
Structure problems
1
Frame Rust problems
1
Body problems
1

Structure problem #1

2003 Acura Cl has a glare on the windshield which blocks the consumer's view of the street. ** answer required***. The consumer tried wear sunglasses but that did not eliminate the glare or rectify the problem.

Frame Rust problem #2

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Acura Cl. The contact stated that when the vehicle was being serviced, the technician discovered that the sub frame was rusted. The technician informed that the sub frame needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure was 74,000. Ss.

Body problem #3

I am unable to open drivers side door from inside or outside. Car still locks and unlocks like normal, so I don't believe that the actuator is at fault. The control arms for both handles are intact & seem to function as normal. I am assuming that either the latch mechanism is stuck, jammed, or otherwise dysfunctional. The vehicle was stationary when it happened, and the door itself isn't damaged/impacted. I live in atlanta, GA, so the latch isn't frozen. I am aware that this is an older model (2003), however in the past I have Cleaned & lubricated the latch/lock mechanism. It is extremely difficult to figure out how to fix this problem when the door is unable to be opened, and in this model, it isn't possible to completely remove door panel without damage. It is a safety hazard to be unable to open 1 of 2 doors, especially being that it's the drivers side. I have yet to be able to find anyone knowledgeable of this situation, and haven't come across any solution online.


Structure related problems in other Acura CL model year vehicles:



CL Service Bulletins
CL Safety Recalls
CL Defect Investigations