Acura SLX Problems by Year
NHTSA has 13 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Acura SLX, across 6 model years (1995–2000). The 1998 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Acura SLX years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No SLX model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Acura SLX problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Acura SLX model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 SLX | 1 | 0 | — | Tires | |
| 1999 SLX | 1 | 0 | — | Tires | |
| 1998 SLX | 6 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1997 SLX | 1 | 2 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 1996 SLX | 3 | 2 | — | Air Bags | |
| 1995 SLX | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Acura SLX years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1998 (6), 1996 (3), 2000 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Acura SLX?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 3 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Acura SLX have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.