Steering Problems of Acura CL

Acura CL owners have reported 12 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (9 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering gear box (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Steering related problems of Acura CL

Problem Category Number of Problems
Steering problems
9
Steering Gear Box problems
2
Steering Is Loose problems
1

Recently reported Steering problems of Acura CL

The Steering problem

There is a major issue with the relay under the steering wheel blocking the fuel from the pump going to the engine. This also affects the security system as well as the rack and pinion. The vehicle security turns itself on and off as it pleases, often leaving driver/passengers stranded and   Read details...

The Steering Gear Box problem

Steering became sluggish and very noisey in brand new vehicle. Dealer stated that the seals in gearbox were defective thus allowing fluid to accumulate in gearbox and boots. Dealer replaced component.   Read details...

The Steering Is Loose problem

1998 Acura Cl 3. 0. The steering is loose. Imperfections of the road pull the steering wheel. Sometimes dangerously so. Sometimes depending on the defect in the road and the driving event (evasive maneuver, heavy breaking) the car is almost impossible to keep in ones' lane.   Read details...




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