Acura Nsx Common Problems

The most common Acura Nsx problems, based on 7 NHTSA owner complaints (2017–2021), are unknown or other, fuel/propulsion system, service brakes, air bags. The 2017 model year has the most complaints (6). Complaints are owner-reported and differ from official recalls — check a specific VIN's recalls and history at vincheck.it.com.

Most-reported Acura Nsx problem areas
UNKNOWN OR OTHER3 reports
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM2 reports
SERVICE BRAKES2 reports
AIR BAGS1 report
STRUCTURE1 report
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1 report

Acura Nsx best & worst years (by complaint volume)

Ranked by NHTSA owner-complaint count per model year — a leading reliability signal. The highest-complaint years are worth extra scrutiny; the lowest are the safer bets. Always confirm with a specific VIN's history.

Model yearComplaints
2017 Acura Nsx6
2021 Acura Nsx1

Worst year: 2017 (6 complaints). Best year: 2021 (1).

Complaints by year: 2017 · 2021

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common Acura Nsx problems?

Across 7 NHTSA owner complaints (2017–2021), the most-reported Acura Nsx problem areas are unknown or other, fuel/propulsion system, service brakes, air bags.

Is the Acura Nsx reliable?

NHTSA owner complaints are one reliability signal. The Acura Nsx has 7 on record, most concentrated in the 2017 model year (6). Cross-check recalls and a specific VIN's history before buying.

Which Acura Nsx years should you avoid?

By NHTSA complaint volume, the 2017 Acura Nsx draws the most owner complaints (6), while the 2021 has the fewest (1). Complaint counts are one signal — always check a specific VIN's history too.

Which is the most reliable Acura Nsx year?

Among the years we track, the 2021 Acura Nsx has the fewest NHTSA complaints (1), a positive reliability signal. Confirm with recalls and the specific vehicle's history before buying.

Do complaints mean the Acura Nsx was recalled?

Not necessarily. Complaints are individual owner reports; recalls are official safety actions. Check open recalls for a specific Acura Nsx VIN with our free recall lookup.

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