Acura NSX Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Acura NSX model year (2017–2022) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Acura NSX Years to Avoid
3 recalls · 6 complaints
Top issue: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Problem score: 15
3 recalls · 0 complaints
Top issue: No complaints on record
Problem score: 9
2 recalls · 0 complaints
Top issue: No complaints on record
Problem score: 6
Best Acura NSX Years to Buy
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 0
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 1
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
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Acura NSX — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 1 | 1 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | 3 | Good |
| 2019 | 2 | 0 | 6 | Caution |
| 2018 | 3 | 0 | 9 | Caution |
| 2017 | 3 | 6 | 15 | Avoid |
Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.
Acura NSX Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2022Recent NSX models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. Lower problem scores typically appear in this era. The 2022 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2017Mid-decade NSX units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2017 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year NSX should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2017 Acura NSX if possible. It has 3 recalls, 6 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM. The overall problem score is 15 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year NSX to buy?+
The 2022 Acura NSX is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 0. It has only 0 recalls and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which NSX has the fewest problems?+
The 2022, 2021, 2020 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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