2005 Acura RL Acura RL 2005

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2005 Acura RL repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (57%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (7%)

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2005 Acura RL body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (60%)

< $100 (20%)

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2005 Acura RL

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105300 mi Steering cable inside steering wheel assembly was loose since new, makes noise over small bumps. They've tried many times to fix it. 

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2005 Acura RL 4dr Sedan

300-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

142300 mi

US $300
Felt added to dampen a rattle coming from the rear sunscreen when it was in the down position. 
147600 mi

US $500
Water entering the cabin by the door pillar 
115300 mi

US $150
Replaced broken interior front passenger door handle. 
55000 mi

US $100
Interior door panel came off in my hand! Never had a car with that problem before. Dealer said they've seen other RL's with the same problem.  

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2005 Acura RL Body Problems

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