Honda S2000 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 107 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the Honda S2000, across 9 model years (2000–2008). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (40). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Honda S2000 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical S2000 year: 2000. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2000 S2000: 40 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2005 S2000: 15 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2001 S2000: 13 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2007 S2000: 3 complaints, 1 recall
- 2008 S2000: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2004 S2000: 5 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 S2000 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 18 | 6 | 0 |
| Structure | 15 | 6 | 1 |
| Power Train | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Visibility | 10 | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 4 | 5 |
| Steering | 6 | 4 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Tires | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Honda S2000 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 S2000 | 3 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2007 S2000 | 3 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2006 S2000 | 10 | 2 | — | Air Bags | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2005 S2000 | 15 | 0 | — | Power Train | More complaints than other years |
| 2004 S2000 | 5 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2003 S2000 | 8 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2002 S2000 | 10 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2001 S2000 | 13 | 0 | — | Power Train | More complaints than other years |
| 2000 S2000 | 40 | 3 | — | Exterior Lighting | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda S2000 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2000 (40) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical S2000 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 S2000?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 18 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Honda S2000 have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.