Acura NSX Problems by Year
NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Acura NSX, across 7 model years (2001–2021). The 2017 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
Acura NSX years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No NSX model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Acura NSX problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Acura NSX model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 NSX | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2020 NSX | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2019 NSX | 1 | 2 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2018 NSX | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2017 NSX | 6 | 3 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2005 NSX | 1 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 2001 NSX | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Acura NSX years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2017 (6), 2021 (1), 2019 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Acura NSX?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Acura NSX have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.