Is the Acura Legend Reliable?
1987–1995 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Acura Legend Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 2 | 4 | — | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 1994 | 2 | 17 | 2 | — | 72 | Good |
| 1993 | 2 | 17 | 1 | — | 73 | Good |
| 1992 | 4 | 63 | 4 | — | 48 | Fair |
| 1991 | 5 | 92 | 9 | — | 41 | Poor |
| 1990 | 2 | 27 | 1 | — | 63 | Fair |
| 1989 | 2 | 31 | 2 | — | 59 | Fair |
| 1988 | 2 | 23 | 9 | — | 63 | Fair |
| 1987 | 1 | 4 | — | — | 91 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Legend Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Legend scores 6 points below the average sedan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Acura Legend Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 278 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Acura Legend reliable?+
The Acura Legend scores 66/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 9 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 22 recall campaigns and 278 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Legend is most reliable?+
Reliability varies by model year. Check the year-by-year table above for a direct comparison.
How many miles does a Legend last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Acura Legend owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Legend will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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