Acura NSX Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
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Acura NSX — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022Best | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2021 | 0 | 1 | 0 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Full report → |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2019 | 2 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2018 | 3 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2017Worst | 3 | 6 | 0 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | Full report → |
Most Common NSX Problems
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Acura NSX Reliability
What year NSX has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 Acura NSX had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 6 complaints and 3 safety recalls. See the full 2017 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Acura NSX reliable?
The Acura NSX has accumulated 7 owner-filed complaints and 9 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2022 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used NSX.
What are the most common NSX problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Acura NSX across recent model years are: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (1 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (1 reports), AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE (1 reports), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my NSX has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Acura NSX using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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