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2009 Acura RL
80 Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)
TSB List for the 2009 Acura RL
Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2009 RL are official communications between Acura & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
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TSB #SB-09-021
HONDA: 2009 RL. THE MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON WITH A TROUBLE CODE STORED DUE TO A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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TSB #SB-12-029
ACURA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. A SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR TRANSMISSION IS AVAILABLE FOR THE TORQUE CONVERTER LOCK UP CLUTCH WHERE THE JUDDER IS FELT WHILE DRIVING, AND EXTENDED WARRANTY IS APPLIED TO TORQUE CONVERTER IF ... Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
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TSB #SB-01-026
HONDA: INFORMATION ON UPDATING CONTROL MODULES ON THE ACURA. *RM UPDATED ON 4/19/2013. *KB Read More »
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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TSB #B23040A
Service News - The navigation clock and date are incorrect. This is due to a limited GPS receiver capacity resulting in rollover of internal chip memory. Read More »
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TSB #B21120A
ServiceNews Article - The clock shows the incorrect time. This issue is due to a limited GPS receiver capacity resulting in "rollover" of the internal chip memory; the "rollover" will occur on January 1, 2022, at 12:00AM local time. Read More »
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TSB #BTS180401
Tech line summary article - Can?t get past this screen when adding keys with the Immobilizer Setup Tool in the i-HDS? "Tester is not communicating with immobilizer unit". Here?s an easy workaround to restore communication. 1. Read More »
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
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TSB #SB-12-001
ACURA: UPDATE ON SOME MODEL VEHICLES REGARDING TESTING OF ALTERNATORS WITH THE GR8 ALTERNATOR/STARTER TESTER (AST) MODULE THAT IS INSTALLED ON GR8 DIAGNOSTIC BATTERY STATION. *PE Read More »
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
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TSB #SB-12-001
ACURA: UPDATE ON SOME MODEL VEHICLES REGARDING TESTING OF ALTERNATORS WITH THE GR8 ALTERNATOR/STARTER TESTER (AST) MODULE THAT IS INSTALLED ON GR8 DIAGNOSTIC BATTERY STATION. *PE Read More »
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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TSB #SB-01-026
HONDA: INFORMATION ON UPDATING CONTROL MODULES ON THE ACURA. *RM UPDATED ON 4/19/2013. *KB Read More »
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
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TSB #Service Bulletin
Service bulletin - Moisture, fogging, or small water droplets are visible inside one or both taillights. and it does not dry up even after several days of dry weather. Read More »
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
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TSB #ASB-09-030
ACURA: ON SOME MODEL VEHICLES, THE RETAINERS THAT IS BONDED TO BODY MAY BE DAMAGED OR COMES OFF WHEN REMOVING WINDSHIELD SIDE TRIM. *PE Read More »
AIR BAGS
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TSB #B18-020
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. Read More »
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TSB #B18-020
Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. Read More »
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TSB #B20-006
Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. Read More »
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TSB #B20-010
Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. Read More »
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TSB #B18-020
Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. Read More »
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TSB #B18-027
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. Read More »
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TSB #B18-025
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. Read More »
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TSB #B18-023
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. Read More »
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TSB #B18-020
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. Read More »
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TSB #BBOM05242018901
Dealer message - Today, May 24, 2018, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for 2002-17 Acura vehicles. Read More »
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TSB #TAKATA_HAWAII PO
POSTERS SENT TO HAWAIIAN INDEPENDENT REPAIR FACILITIES, AUTOMOTIVE PART STORES, CAR WASHES, AND GAS STATIONS TO REMIND OWNERS OF THE TAKATA RECALL AND TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. Read More »
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TSB #B-PS-03312016-30
DEALER MESSAGE - THIS VIDEO FROM HONDA SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT BRUCE SMITH IS IN RESPONSE TO A RECALL EXPANSION THAT HONDA ANNOUNCED IN JANUARY WHICH APPLIES TO HONDA AND ACURA VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CERTAIN TAKATA PSDI-5 DRIVER FRONT ... Read More »
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TSB #B-ANS-03252016-3
"DEALER MESSAGE - ACURA HAS UPDATED THE DEALER Q&A TO PROVIDE YOU WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION REGARDING STOP SALE/ SAFETY RECALL: ACURA 2005-2016 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR (SERVICE BULLETIN 16-010). Read More »
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TSB #B-ANS-03252016-3
"DEALER MESSAGE - STOP SALE/SAFETY RECALL: ACURA 2005-2016 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR DEALER Q&A ? UPDATED 03.25.16" Read More »
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TSB #B-ANS-03182016-3
"DEALER MESSAGE - ACURA HAS UPDATED THE DEALER Q&A TO PROVIDE YOU WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION REGARDING STOP SALE/ SAFETY RECALL: ACURA2005-2016 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR (SERVICE BULLETIN 16-010). Read More »
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TSB #B-ANS-03182016-3
"DEALER MESSAGE - STOP SALE/SAFETY RECALL: ACURA 2005-2016 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR DEALER Q&A ? UPDATED 03.18.16" Read More »
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TSB #B-ANS-02262016-3
DEALER MESSAGE - UPDATED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR THE ACURA 2005-2016 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR SAFETY RECALL. Read More »
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TSB #B-ANS-02262016-3
UPDATED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR THE ACURA 2005-2016 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR SAFETY RECALL. Read More »
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TSB #B-AP-02172016-30
DEALER MESSAGE - SHOULD YOU RECEIVE A REQUEST FOR ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION FROM A CUSTOMER AFFECTED BY THE 2005-2016 ACURA MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR RECALL WHERE A CAMPAIGN PART IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE REPAIR, PLEASE FOLLOW ... Read More »
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TSB #B-CA-02152016-30
"DEALER MESSAGE - ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 2016, ACURA NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A STOP SALE AND SAFETY RECALL FOR APPROXIMATELY 530,000 MODEL YEAR 2005-2016 ACURA VEHICLES. Read More »
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TSB #B-JID-02102016-3
"DEALER MESSAGE - ON FRIDAY, WE INFORMED YOU THAT ACURA IS PUTTING IN PLACE A NUMBER OF PROVISIONS AND PROGRAMS TO SUPPORT YOU AND OUR CLIENTS AFFECTED BY THE 2005-2016 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR STOP SALE/SAFETY RECALL ... Read More »
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TSB #B-APS-02082016-3
DEALER MESSAGE - ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 2016, ACURA NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A STOP SALE AND SAFETY RECALL FOR APPROXIMATELY 530,000 MODEL YEAR 2005-2016 ACURA VEHICLES. Read More »
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TSB #B-FTD-02052016-3
"DEALER MESSAGE - ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 29TH, AMERICAN HONDA NOFIED NHTSA OF A STOP SALE AND SAFETY RECALL FOR APPROXIMATELY 530,000 MODEL YEAR 2005-2016 ACURA VEHICLES. Read More »
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TSB #B-JID-02052016-3
"DEALER MESSAGE - WE?VE BEEN WORKING TO ADDRESS THE QUESTIONS AND CONCERNS WE?VE RECEIVED FROM THE NATIONAL DEALER ADVISORY BOARD AND MEMBERS OF ADVISORY COMMITTEES, AS WELL AS FROM MANY OF YOU THROUGH OUR FIELD REPRESENTATIVES RELATED TO ... Read More »
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TSB #B16-010
SERVICE BULLETIN - IN CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE DRIVER?S (FRONT) AIRBAG INFLATOR COULD PRODUCE EXCESSIVE INTERNAL PRESSURE DURING AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. Read More »
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TSB #B-CA-01302016-90
DEALER MESSAGE - ALTHOUGH VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THE RECENT AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL ARE NOT CLEAR AT THIS TIME, POTENTIALLY AFFECTED VINS HAVE BEEN LOADED INTO THE SYSTEM FOR STOP SALE PURPOSES. Read More »
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TSB #B-JID-02102016-3
DEALER MESSAGE - DEALER Q&A REGARDING 2005-2016 MULTI MODEL DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR RECALL. Read More »
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
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TSB #TAKATA_HAWAII FL
FLYER CIRCULATED TO THE RESIDENTS OF HAWAII TO REMIND OWNERS OF THE TAKATA RECALL AND TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. Read More »
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TSB #TAKATA_FLORIDA D
LETTER SENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE FLORIDA HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES DEPARTMENT TO REMIND FLORIDA OWNERS OF THE TAKATA RECALL AND TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. Read More »
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TSB #TAKATA_HAWAII NE
ADVERTISEMENT IN HAWAIIAN NEWSPAPERS TO REMIND OWNERS OF THE TAKATA RECALL AND TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. Read More »
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TSB #B-PS-03312016-30
DEALER MESSAGE - THIS VIDEO FROM HONDA SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT BRUCE SMITH IS IN RESPONSE TO A RECALL EXPANSION THAT HONDA ANNOUNCED IN JANUARY WHICH APPLIES TO HONDA AND ACURA VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CERTAIN TAKATA PSDI-5 DRIVER FRONT ... Read More »
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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TSB #B18-020
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. Read More »
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TSB #B18-020
Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. Read More »
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TSB #TAKATA_HAWAII PO
POSTERS SENT TO HAWAIIAN INDEPENDENT REPAIR FACILITIES, AUTOMOTIVE PART STORES, CAR WASHES, AND GAS STATIONS TO REMIND OWNERS OF THE TAKATA RECALL AND TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. Read More »
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TSB #B-PS-03312016-30
DEALER MESSAGE - THIS VIDEO FROM HONDA SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT BRUCE SMITH IS IN RESPONSE TO A RECALL EXPANSION THAT HONDA ANNOUNCED IN JANUARY WHICH APPLIES TO HONDA AND ACURA VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CERTAIN TAKATA PSDI-5 DRIVER FRONT ... Read More »
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TSB #BPS-03312016-302
VIDEO - THIS VIDEO FROM HONDA SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT BRUCE SMITH IS IN RESPONSE TO A RECALL EXPANSION THAT HONDA ANNOUNCED IN JANUARY WHICH APPLIES TO HONDA AND ACURA VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CERTAIN TAKATA PSDI-5 DRIVER FRONT AIRBAG ... Read More »
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TSB #B-AN-02252016-30
DEALER MESSAGE - ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM TO SELL OFF-LEASE VEHICLE BACK TO THE ORIGINATING LESSEE. Read More »
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TSB #BAN-02252016-302
DEALER MESSAGE - ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM TO SELL OFF-LEASE VEHICLE BACK TO THE ORIGINATING LESSEE. Read More »
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TSB #B-ANS-02192016-3
DEALER MESSAGE - ACURA HAS UPDATED THE DEALER Q&A TO PROVIDE YOU WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION REGARDING STOP SALE/ SAFETY RECALL: ACURA 2005-2016 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR (SERVICE BULLETIN 16-010). Read More »
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TSB #B-ANS-02192016-3
"STOP SALE/SAFETY RECALL: ACURA 2005-2016 MULTI-MODEL DRIVER?S AIRBAG INFLATOR DEALER Q&A ? UPDATED 02.19.16" Read More »
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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TSB #TAKATA_HAWAII NE
ADVERTISEMENT IN HAWAIIAN NEWSPAPERS TO REMIND OWNERS OF THE TAKATA RECALL AND TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. Read More »
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
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TSB #SB-08-059
HONDA ACURA: THE DOORS MAY NOT UNLOCK WHEN YOU TOUCH THEIR DOOR HANDLES. WATER LEAKAGE HAS LIKELY DAMAGED A CIRCUIT. *RM Read More »
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
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TSB #SB-08-059
HONDA ACURA: THE DOORS MAY NOT UNLOCK WHEN YOU TOUCH THEIR DOOR HANDLES. WATER LEAKAGE HAS LIKELY DAMAGED A CIRCUIT. *RM Read More »
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
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TSB #SB-08-059
HONDA ACURA: THE DOORS MAY NOT UNLOCK WHEN YOU TOUCH THEIR DOOR HANDLES. WATER LEAKAGE HAS LIKELY DAMAGED A CIRCUIT. *RM Read More »
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
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TSB #Service Bulletin
Service bulletin - For any TPMS-related warranty repairs, all recorded DTCs must now be entered into the warranty claim. Make sure your repair order includes those DTCs. Read More »
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TSB #SB-0708
ACURA: THERE ARE GUIDELINES FOR VARIOUS SITUATIONS AND PROCEDURES INCLUDING: TIRE PRESSURE VALVE STEM INSTALLATION, TRAILER STABILITY MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON, ENGINE OIL APPLICATION GUIDE, NEW SOFTWARE, NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID, NOTCHY ... Read More »
EQUIPMENT
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TSB #B18-020
Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. Read More »
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TSB #B20-010
Service Bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. Read More »
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TSB #B18-020
Service bulletin - This bulletin is a notification of a class action settlement relating to airbag inflators. Read More »
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TSB #BBOM05242018901
Dealer message - Today, May 24, 2018, Acura is announcing a warranty extension for 2002-17 Acura vehicles. Read More »
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TSB #B98015
Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated. Read More »
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TSB #B-JID-02032016-9
DEALER MESSAGE - PRESS RELEASE IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SAFETY RECALL AFFECTED 2005-2016 ACURA VEHICLES. Read More »
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
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TSB #BTS180401
Tech line summary article - Can?t get past this screen when adding keys with the Immobilizer Setup Tool in the i-HDS? "Tester is not communicating with immobilizer unit". Here?s an easy workaround to restore communication. 1. Read More »
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
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TSB #B05-018
SERVICE BULLETIN - NAVIGATION SYSTEM INFORMATION. Read More »
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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TSB #TAKATA_HAWAII FL
FLYER CIRCULATED TO THE RESIDENTS OF HAWAII TO REMIND OWNERS OF THE TAKATA RECALL AND TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. Read More »
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TSB #TAKATA_HAWAII PO
POSTERS SENT TO HAWAIIAN INDEPENDENT REPAIR FACILITIES, AUTOMOTIVE PART STORES, CAR WASHES, AND GAS STATIONS TO REMIND OWNERS OF THE TAKATA RECALL AND TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. Read More »
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TSB #TAKATA_FLORIDA D
LETTER SENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE FLORIDA HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES DEPARTMENT TO REMIND FLORIDA OWNERS OF THE TAKATA RECALL AND TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. Read More »
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TSB #TAKATA_TEXT MESS
TEXT MESSAGES SENT TO REMIND OWNERS OF THE TAKATA RECALL AND TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. Read More »
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TSB #TAKATA_TEXT MESS
US VIRGIN ISLANDS NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENTS TO REMIND OWNERS OF THE TAKATA RECALL AND TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. Read More »
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TSB #TAKATA_HAWAII NE
ADVERTISEMENT IN HAWAIIAN NEWSPAPERS TO REMIND OWNERS OF THE TAKATA RECALL AND TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AT THEIR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. Read More »
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TSB #ASN-49584
ACURA: INFORMATION IN THE SERVICE NEWS, FROM MANUFACTURER, REGARDING VARIOUS ISSUES OF TROUBLESHOOTING, INSTALLATION, REPLACING, SERVICING AND REPAIRING VARIOUS MODEL AND MODEL YEAR VEHICLES. Read More »
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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TSB #AHPa11112016901
Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation on inflators, starting November 14th we?ll begin open ordering on certain part numbers Read More »
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TSB #AHPa11112016902
Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation on inflators, starting November 14th we?ll begin open ordering on certain part numbers Read More »
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TSB #BASN11112016901
Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation of inflators, on November 14th we will begin No VIN ordering on part numbers 04770-SWA-405 (07 to 11 CRV, 11-15 CRZ, 10-14 Insight, 07-12 RDX) and 04770-SJA-405 (05-12 RL) - ... Read More »
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TSB #AHPa11102016901
Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation on inflators, starting November 14th we?ll begin open ordering on certain part numbers Read More »
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TSB #APaS11102016901
Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation of inflators, on November 14th we will begin No VIN ordering on part numbers 04770-SWA-405 (07 to 11 CRV, 11-15 CRZ, 10-14 Insight, 07-12 RDX) and 04770-SJA-405 (05-12 RL). Read More »
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TSB #APaS11102016902
Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation of inflators, on November 14th we will begin No VIN ordering on part numbers 04770-SWA-405 (07 to 11 CRV, 11-15 CRZ, 10-14 Insight, 07-12 RDX) and 04770-SJA-405 (05-12 RL) - ... Read More »
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TSB #BPaS11102016901
Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation of inflators, on November 14th we will begin No VIN ordering on part numbers 04770-SWA-405 (07 to 11 CRV, 11-15 CRZ, 10-14 Insight, 07-12 RDX) and 04770-SJA-405 (05-12 RL). Read More »
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TSB #BPaS11102016902
Dealer message - Due to our improving inventory situation of inflators, on November 14th we will begin No VIN ordering on part numbers 04770-SWA-405 (07 to 11 CRV, 11-15 CRZ, 10-14 Insight, 07-12 RDX) and 04770-SJA-405 (05-12 RL) - ... Read More »