Vehicle recall 03V239000 · July 2, 2003
2000 Acura RL
On certain passenger vehicles, some brake master cylinders may have internal corrosion, resulting in reduced braking performance and increased stopping distances.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain passenger vehicles, some brake master cylinders may have internal corrosion, resulting in reduced braking performance and increased stopping distances.
- Consequence
- The corrosion could eventually cause a complete brake system failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the master cylinder assembly, reservoir, and brake fluid. Owner notification began July 28, 2003. Owners should contact Acura at 1-800-382-2238.
- Notes
- Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 03V239000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 2, 2003
- Filed by
- AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
- Owner notification
- July 28, 2003
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 814
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
Vehicles covered
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