What's Wrong with the 1st Generation (1997–2000) EL?

EL owners have made 3 complaints about the 1997–2000 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 2nd out of 30 Acura generations in overall reliability, with plenty of engine concerns.

Compare With Other EL Generations

What Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

1st Generation (1997–2000) EL Key Numbers

  1. 4 model years

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

  2. 3 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  3. 2nd in reliability

    Overall reliability rank out of 30 eligible generations.