Is the Honda S2000 Reliable?
2000–2009 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other sportss — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.
Reliability Score
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Honda S2000 Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2008 | 0 | 2 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2007 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2006 | 1 | 5 | 2 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2005 | 0 | 14 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2004 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 72 | Good |
| 2003 | 0 | 3 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2002 | 0 | 2 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2001 | 0 | 7 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2000 | 2 | 28 | 6 | — | 57 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the S2000 Compares to Similar Vehicles
The S2000 scores 2 points below the average sports. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Honda S2000 Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 63 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Honda S2000 reliable?+
The Honda S2000 scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 4 recall campaigns and 63 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year S2000 is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2004 S2000 achieved the highest reliability score of 72/100 with 0 recalls and 1 complaints.
How many miles does a S2000 last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Honda S2000 owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used S2000 will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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