Sell your 2001 Acura CL for cash

The 2001 Acura CL is a compact car that came with a 3.2L 6-cyl engine. At 25 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2001 Acura CL at a glance

Body styleCompact Cars
Engines3.2L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic (S5)
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline
Fuel economy17 city / 27 highway / 20 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$4,100 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂444 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA1 configuration
Age25 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 25 years old, most of a 2001 CL's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a compact car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 CL. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the power train, typically around 48,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2001 Acura CL recalls

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering the 2001 Acura CL. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Air BagsJan 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V026000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Sedan, Odyssey and Acura 3.5RL, 1999-2000 Acura 3.2TL, 1996-2000 Civic Coupe, 1997-2000 CR-V, 1997-1998 EV Plus, and 1998-1999 Isuzu…

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios incr

Air BagsJan 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V027000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2001-2002 Acura 3.2CL, 2000-2003 Acura 3.5RL, 2000-2001 Acura 3.2TL, Honda CR-V and Honda Odyssey, 2001-2002 Acura MDX and 2000 Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic Coupe, and Civic Sedan vehicles. These vehicles may have received a replacement driver frontal air bag module as part…

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag cushion may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios incr

Power TrainApr 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V176000

On some mini vans, sport utility and passenger vehicles, certain operating conditions can result in heat build-up between the countershaft and secondary shaft second gears in the automatic transmission, eventually leading to gear tooth chipping or gear breakage.

Risk: Gear failure could result in transmission lockup, which could result in a crash.

Common 2001 CL problems

Owners have filed 271 complaints about the 2001 Acura CL with NHTSA. 13 reports involved a crash and 2 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 8 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Power Train171
  • Power Train30
  • Air Bags27
  • Vehicle Speed Control8
  • Electrical System7
  • Power Train6

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Power Train48,000 mi
  • Power Train102,000 mi
  • Air Bags133,000 mi
  • Vehicle Speed Control139,000 mi
  • Electrical System118,000 mi
  • Power Train121,000 mi

2001 Acura CL service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 165 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2001 Acura CL. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Power Train21
  • Electrical System16
  • Equipment14
  • Service Brakes9
  • Equipment8
  • Power Train8

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFeb 2024 · -

    Test

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2018 · B18010I

    Servicenews article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2018 · B18010I

    Servicenews article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2017 · BTS170801

    Tech line summary article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2001 Acura CL.

Power TrainPE02081 · opened Oct 2002, closed Mar 2003

Automatic transmission sudden downshift

See attached report.

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Selling a 2001 CL: questions

How much is a 2001 Acura CL worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2001 CL that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2001 CLs that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2001 CL with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Acura CL; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2001 CL?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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