Recall 99V-227: 1996–1999 Acura RL, 1996–1998 Acura TL

AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Aug 19, 1999, covering about 96,518 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-227
Report date
Aug 19, 1999
Vehicles affected
96,518
Owners notified
Aug 30, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A transmission case bolt can loosen and fall out allowing the transmission to disengage from the differential.

The risk

The vehicle could lose power to the drive wheels without warning. Also, shifting the transmission into the park position would not lock the wheels, and a parked vehicle could move unexpectedly if the parking brake is not set.

The fix

Dealers will install a redesigned bolt.

Notes

Owner notification is expected to begin during august 1999.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.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerAMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
ComponentPower Train › Automatic Transmission
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V227000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Acura RL1996, 1997, 1998, 1999All years
Acura TL1996, 1997, 1998All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 99V-227?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A transmission case bolt can loosen and fall out allowing the transmission to disengage from the differential.

How is recall 99V-227 fixed?

Dealers will install a redesigned bolt.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.