One problem related to tire tread/belt has been reported for the 1999 Acura RL. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Contact stated while driving she heard a loud noise and realized she was driving on the rim. After pulling off to the side of the road the tire blew out, causing damage to the vehicle. The insurance inspector determined that the tire sustained a tread separation failure. The consumer stated she had just had the tires checked and rotated. The consumer stated there was no warning that she had a defective tire. The consumer has contacted the dealer where she purchased the tire and they did offer to replace the tire. Updated 2/7/2006 -.