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1997 Acura RL VIN decoder

Decode any 1997 Acura RL VIN here - free, no sign-up - then see every build configuration the catalog holds for this model year and 100 real sample VINs.

Every sample 1997 Acura RL VIN in this catalog starts with the world manufacturer identifier JH4. The tenth character is V, the model-year code for 1997; the eleventh is the assembly-plant code, C here. The factory records place assembly at Sayama, Japan. One engine is recorded for this model year: 3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · Gasoline. The catalog holds 100 sample 1997 Acura RL VINs. Decode your own with the field at the top of this page.

1997 Acura RL trims, engines and plants

3 build configurations across 100 sample VINs, decoded from the 11-character VIN prefix. A blank cell means the factory record carries no value.

Series / TrimEngineTransmissionBodyDoors / seatsPlantSample VINs
w/leather3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/Saloon4-doorSayama, Japan49
Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/Saloon4-doorSayama, Japan46
w/Premium Package plus Navigation System3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/Saloon4-doorSayama, Japan5

Sample 1997 Acura RL VINs

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VINSeries / TrimEngineTransmissionBodyPlantAction
JH4KA9650VC010867Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9650VC012893Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9650VC013672Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9650VC800332Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9651VC001921Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9651VC006424Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9651VC009159Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9652VC007601Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9652VC011356Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9653VC002066Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9653VC009275Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9653VC012029Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9653VC800809Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9653VC800910Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9654VC001542Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9654VC002044Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9654VC002979Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9654VC006269Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9654VC007213Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9654VC012637Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9655VC000982Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9655VC005115Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9656VC001431Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9656VC003566Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9656VC005110Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9656VC006189Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9656VC008041Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9656VC008363Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9657VC000580Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9657VC005987Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9657VC015905Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9657VC800151Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9657VC800540Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9658VC010518Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9658VC010681Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9658VC011068Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9658VC016111Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9659VC003657Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9659VC005926Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9659VC010043Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA965XVC005787Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA965XVC011282Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA965XVC013372Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA965XVC014215Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA965XVC016045Premium Package3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9663VC000021w/Premium Package plus Navigation System3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9663VC003131w/Premium Package plus Navigation System3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9666VC011305w/Premium Package plus Navigation System3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9668VC010270w/Premium Package plus Navigation System3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan
JH4KA9669VC003814w/Premium Package plus Navigation System3.5L · 6-cyl · 210 hp · GasolineAutomaticSedan/SaloonSayama, Japan

Factory specs by VIN prefix

Specs are decoded from manufacturer build data for the 11-character VIN prefix and are shown in English.

JH4KA9650VC - Premium Package
Series
Premium Package
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JH4KA9651VC - Premium Package
Series
Premium Package
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JH4KA9652VC - Premium Package
Series
Premium Package
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JH4KA9653VC - Premium Package
Series
Premium Package
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JH4KA9654VC - Premium Package
Series
Premium Package
Trim
Premium Package
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JH4KA9655VC - Premium Package
Series
Premium Package
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JH4KA9656VC - Premium Package
Series
Premium Package
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JH4KA9657VC - Premium Package
Series
Premium Package
Trim
Premium Package
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JH4KA9658VC - Premium Package
Series
Premium Package
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JH4KA9659VC - Premium Package
Series
Premium Package
Trim
Premium Package
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JH4KA965XVC - Premium Package
Series
Premium Package
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JH4KA9663VC - w/Premium Package plus Navigation System
Series
w/Premium Package plus Navigation System
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JH4KA9666VC - w/Premium Package plus Navigation System
Series
w/Premium Package plus Navigation System
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JH4KA9668VC - w/Premium Package plus Navigation System
Series
w/Premium Package plus Navigation System
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
JH4KA9669VC - w/Premium Package plus Navigation System
Series
w/Premium Package plus Navigation System
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Transmission Style
Automatic
Engine Cylinders
6
Displacement L
3.474057568
Engine Hp
210
Engine Model
C35A1
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD
Plant City
Sayama
Plant Country
Japan
Displacement CC
3474.057568
Displacement CI
212
Engine
3.474057568L V-Shaped C35A1
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine KW
156.5970
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant State
SAITAMA
Valve Train Design
Single Overhead Cam (SOHC)
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR

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