Trim Report

Acura RL w/ Technology Package2006

Includes:RL|w/ Technology Package

w/ Technology Package Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$5,995
$6K–$9K
6 listings133,333 avg miles
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w/ Technology Package

Acura RL Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2006 Acura RL trims

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 3 recalls and 32 complaints for the 2006 Acura RL, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

3
Recalls
32
Complaints
3
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
19V5000002019-27-06
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013 Acura ILX, 2015 RDX, 2005-2010 and 2012 RL, 2009-2014 TL, 2010 and 2012 ZDX, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2011-2013 and 2015 CR-Z, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013 Fit EV, 2010-2011 and 2013 Insight and 2007-2014 Ridgeline vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with driver frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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16V0610002016-03-02
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Honda CR-V, 2011-2015 CR-Z, 2010-2014 FCX, and Insight, 2009-2013 Fit, 2013-2014 Fit EV, 2007-2014 Ridgeline, 2013-2016 Acura ILX, 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid, 2007-2016 RDX, 2005-2012 Acura RL, 2009-2014 Acura TL, and 2010-2013 Acura ZDX vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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07V5510002007-04-12
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PROLONGED HIGH UNDER-HOOD TEMPERATURES MAY CAUSE THE POWER STEERING HOSE TO DETERIORATE PREMATURELY CAUSING THE HOSE TO CRACK AND LEAK POWER STEERING FLUID.

POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING ONTO A HOT CATALYTIC CONVERTER WILL GENERATE SMOKE AND POSSIBLY LEAD TO AN UNDER-HOOD FIRE.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 32 issues reported over 1 model years, air bags problems are the most common for the 2006 Acura RL. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Air Bags8
02Electrical System6
03Exterior Lighting5
04Tires3
05Unknown Or Other,forward Collision Avoidance1
32 total across 1 model years (2006–2006)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Acura RL Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2006 Acura RL trims

19mpg combined
·
16city
·
24hwy
·
$4,000/yr

The 2006 Acura RL is rated at 19 MPG combined. No surprises here regardless of which trim you pick.

RL - Automatic (S5)
19mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
16 city24 hwy~$4,000/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

w/ Technology Package Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2006 Acura RL w/ Technology Package

How does the w/ Technology Package compare to other Acura RL trims?

The w/ Technology Package occupies a distinct position in the Acura RL range. See how it stacks up on the 2006 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2006 Acura RL w/ Technology Package?

Budget for standard w/ Technology Package maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2006 has 3 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Acura RL w/ Technology Package?

For the w/ Technology Package, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Acura RL buyer's guide.

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