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NHTSA Crash Test Results
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The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) did not test
this vehicle model.
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Frontal Crash:
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Rating:
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Driver
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Not tested by NHTSA
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Passenger
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Not tested by NHTSA
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Side Crash:
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Rating:
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Front Seat
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Not tested by NHTSA
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Rear Seat
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Not tested by NHTSA
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Rollover Resistance:
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Rating:
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Rollover Resistance
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Not tested by NHTSA
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The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) provides 3
different ratings -
full-width frontal crash test
,
side impact crash test
, and
rollover resistance
. The frontal crash test indicates how
well the safety features and restraints
will protect an occupant in a head-on
collision. The side-impact test conveys
the chance of a severe chest injury,
while the rollover resistance rating
estimates the risk of rolling over in a
single vehicle crash.
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IIHS Crash Test Results
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IIHS Crash Test Results for the
1999 ACURA 3.2 TL are not available in CARFAX Safety
& Reliability Ratings.
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Low-Speed Damage Repair
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Front Crash
Description:
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Front Crash Cost:
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Front into flat barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Front into angle barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Rear Crash
Description:
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Rear Crash Cost:
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Rear into flat barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Rear into pole
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Not tested by IIHS
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Average Damage Per
Test
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Not tested by IIHS
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Insurance Institute for Highway
Safety (IIHS) conducts four 5
mph crash tests to assess bumper
performance. These results
convey how well this
1999 ACURA 3.2 TL
bumpers will protect the car
body from damage in low-speed
collisions.
Low-speed damage repair
costs are obtained from
the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety,
Highway Loss Data
Institute.
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Injury, Collision, & Theft
Indicators
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Index:
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Score:
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Rating:
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Injury Index
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76
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Better than average
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Collision Index
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95
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Average
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Theft Index
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28
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Substantially better than average
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These scores are stated
in relative terms, with
100 being the average
for all cars in each
category. Scores greater
than 100 represent
higher risk in each
category. For example,
an injury indicator
score of 122 means that
a passenger in this
model is 22% more likely
to be injured in an
accident.
The injury,
collision, and
theft indicators
for this
1999 ACURA 3.2 TL
are provided by
the Insurance
Institute for
Highway Safety,
Highway Loss
Data Institute.
Learn
more
about these
results.
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Safety Recalls
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NHTSA Safety Recalls:
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Important: The following recalls were issued for the
1999 ACURA 3.2 TL
by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA).
To find out if a specific
1999 ACURA 3.2 TL
still has open recalls that require repair, CARFAX recommends contacting an
authorized dealership
for more information.
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Recall date:
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06-14-2002
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Units potentially affected:
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1,000,000
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NHTSA campaign number:
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02V120000
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Defective part or component:
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
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Description:
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On certain sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, and sport utility vehicles, electrical contacts in the ignition switch can degrade due to the high electrical current passing through the switch when the vehicle is started. Worn contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the ignition switch. Owner notification began June 14, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009 or Acura at 1-800-382-2238.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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570,120
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NHTSA campaign number:
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03V423000
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Defective part or component:
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
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Description:
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On certain passenger vehicles and minivans; the ignition switch may wear excessively and prevent proper interlock operation, making it possible to turn the ignition key to the ""off"" position and remove the key without shifting the transmission to park. If the vehicle operator does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur. Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that determines the amount of cylinder body wear. If significant wear is indicated, the dealer will replace the cylinder body, collar and latch plate. If no signs of wear are indicated, dealers will replace the latch plate with a redesigned part. Owner notification is expected to begin during November 2003. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009 or Acura at 1-800-382-2238.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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486,659
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NHTSA campaign number:
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05V025000
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Defective part or component:
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
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Description:
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On certain passenger vehicles, the interlock operation of the ignition switch may not function properly, making it possible to turn the ignition key to the 'off' position and remove the key without shifting the transmission to park. If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur. Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that confirms interlock function. Vehicles will be updated with a redesigned interlock lever. The recall is expected to begin during February 2005. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009 or Acura at 1-800-382-2238.
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This 1999 ACURA 3.2 TL safety recall information was provided by the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety, Highway Data Loss Institute and is derived from the
National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration
list of safety recalls. Please call the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration Auto Safety Hotline at
1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236) to report safety defects or to obtain information on
cars, trucks, child seats, and highway or traffic safety. CARFAX does not review,
validate or edit the information and statements provided by the National Highway
Traffic and Saftey Administration, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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J.D. Power Ratings
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J.D. Power and Associates uses selected highlights from the firm's quality and
customer satisfaction syndicated studies
to create the Power Ratings at the model-level. These ratings and awards are based on
model rankings within each vehicle segment, whereas Power Circle Ratings compare all
models across segments.
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Power and Associates® is a registered trademark of J.D. Power and Associates.
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Identifix Reliability Ratings
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Category:
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Comments:
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Rating:
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Engine
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Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Passages or the EGR valve, the Evaporative (EVAP) Bypass Solenoid valve, and the Catalytic Converter. The cost to repair the EGR passages and the EGR valve is estimated at $74.08 for the parts and $195 for the labor. The cost to replace only the EGR valve is estimated at $169 and $32.50 labor. Acura has extended the warranty on EGR system related trouble codes to 8 years or 80,000 miles. The cost to replace the EVAP solenoid valve is $52.50 and $32.50 for the labor. The cost to replace the Catalytic Converter is from $550-$850, and $39 for the labor. This part is included in the Emission Controls warranty by Acura for 8 years or 80,000 miles. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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Transmission & Driveline
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An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Automatic Transmission. The cost to replace the Automatic Transmission with a remanufactured unit is estimated at $3000 and $448.50 for labor. Acura has extended the warranty on the automatic transmission and torque converter to 7 years or 100,000 miles. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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Steering & Suspension
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Brakes
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Heating & Air Conditioning
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Starting & Charging
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Accessories
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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This
1999 ACURA TL
reliability
information was provided by Identifix.
Identifix is the nation's largest technical
support service for the aftermarket auto repair
industry. CARFAX does not review, validate or edit
the information and statements provided by Identifix,
which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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Original Manufacturer Warranty
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Coverage:
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Years/Mileage:
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Basic
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4 years or 50,000 miles
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Drivetrain
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4 years or 50,000 miles
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Emissions
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2 years or 24,000 miles
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Corrosion
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5 years with Unlimited mileage
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Transferable
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Roadside assistance covered for 4years or 50,000 miles. Warranty transferable at no cost to subsequent owners.
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Roadside Assistance
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Extended warranty covers engine, transmission, roadside assistance and it is transferable.
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Safety Belt & Inflatable Restraint
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Safety belt and inflatable restraint system are covered for years or miles.
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Specific Components
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8 years or 80,000 miles
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Notes:
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Manufacturer covers emissions components under basic warranty. Emissions coverage may vary by state. Refer to owners manual for specific details. Roadside assistance covered for 4years or 50,000 miles. Warranty transferable at no cost to subsequent owners. Battery coverage is 3 years with 100% coverage for the first 2 years. Accessories 4/50,000 mile limited warranty when installed at time of new vehicle delivery. Seatbelts are covered for the useful life of the vehicle
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This 1999 ACURA 3.2 TL warranty information
has been provided by J&L Warranty Pros.
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New Car Test Drive Review
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Summary:
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An affordable luxury sedan with spirit.
By Mitch McCullough, Editor-in-Chief, NewCarTestDrive.com
When the price is a factor -- and it always is -- the Acura 3.2 TL compares very well to the Lexus ES 300, Infiniti I30, BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Audi A4.With its 225-horsepower V6, the Acura 3.2 TL is a solid luxury sports sedan. Its suspension strikes a good balance between handling and a luxurious, well-controlled ride. We think Mr. Honda would have approved. |
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Overview:
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This car has spirit. Perhaps it's the spirit of Soichiro Honda in this all-new Acura 3.2 TL. Mr. Honda died in 1992, but officials from American Honda's Acura Division say the TL embodies his philosophies of performance, styling, luxury and value. He strived for perfection in all his cars and many of them were significant mileposts in the history of the automobile. We found some of this spirit in British Columbia's Cascade Mountains high above Chateau Whistler. Extremely stable at high speeds, the Acura 3.2 TL encourages its driver to bend it around fast sweeping turns with confidence. Completely redesigned and re-engineered for 1999, Acura's 3.2 TL comes with a powerful new 3.2-liter V6 engine, a nicely balanced new suspension, a rigid new chassis and fresh styling.
Read the complete
1999 Acura 3.2 TL review
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© 2002 NewCarTestDrive.com
CARFAX does not review, validate or edit the information and statements provided by NewCarTestDrive.com, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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Awards
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