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NHTSA Recall 03V239000: Master cylinder (service brakes)

AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 814 vehicles. It affects 2000 Acura RL.

814
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2003
owners notified (July 28)
NHTSA campaign03V239000
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › MASTER CYLINDER
Report receivedJuly 2, 2003
Owner notificationJuly 28, 2003
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain passenger vehicles, some brake master cylinders may have internal corrosion, resulting in reduced braking performance and increased stopping distances.

Safety risk

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).

Vehicles covered by recall 03V239000

Make and modelModel years
Acura RL2000

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.