Acura RSX Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Acura RSX — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006Best | Good | 1 | 13 | — | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2005 | Caution | 1 | 21 | 1 | — | — | Suspension | Full report → |
| 2004 | Good | 2 | 9 | 6 | 4 | — | Tires | Full report → |
| 2003 | Good | 2 | 17 | 2 | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2002Worst | Avoid | 2 | 50 | 6 | 5 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
5 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Acura RSX Problems
Based on 110 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Acura RSX Reliability
What year RSX has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2002 Acura RSX had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 50 complaints and 2 safety recalls. See the full 2002 report for specific defects.
Is the Acura RSX reliable?
The Acura RSX has accumulated 110 owner-filed complaints and 8 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2006 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used RSX.
What are the most common RSX problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Power Train (18 reports), Air Bags (17 reports), Engine And Engine Cooling (15 reports), Suspension (12 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my RSX has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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