NHTSA — Power Train: Axle Assembly Problems

CarComplaints.com Notes: The automatic transmission on the 2nd generation CL (2001-2003) is a downshifting mess. According to reports it slips, flares, and eventually fails --- sometimes around 40,000 miles.

The troubled transmission got an extended warranty for some CL owners that was later extended even further thanks to a class-action lawsuit in the United States. But even with the extended warranty, the transmission in this car is well known for overheating and locking up suddenly and without warning.

1.9

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
86,160 miles

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2001 Acura CL drivetrain problems

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2001 Acura CL Owner Comments

problem #1

Nov 172006

CL 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 86,160 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

While in traffic and moving at approximately 1- to 20 mph, the wheel caved in and tilted sideways, damaging the left front fender. The car was undrivable and was towed to the nearest auto repair shop. Paul's motors 845 471-4240. The ball joint and axle were replaced. The fender damage will be repaired at the body shop. The tire was also damaged and was replaced.

- Bronx, NY, USA

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