Honda DEL SOL Problems by Year
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Honda DEL SOL, across 4 model years (1995–1998). The 1995 model year has the most complaints (12). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Honda DEL SOL years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical DEL SOL year: 1995. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1995 DEL SOL: 12 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1997 DEL SOL: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1996 DEL SOL: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
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 Honda DEL SOL problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 8 | 1 | 4 |
| Structure | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Wheels | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Honda DEL SOL model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 DEL SOL | 1 | 0 | — | Tires | |
| 1997 DEL SOL | 3 | 0 | — | Wheels | |
| 1996 DEL SOL | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1995 DEL SOL | 12 | 0 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda DEL SOL years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1995 (12) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical DEL SOL year. 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 Honda DEL SOL?
Air Bags, with 8 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Honda DEL SOL have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.