1991 Acura NSX Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1991 Acura NSX recalls

Most common 1991 Acura NSX problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Tires	1
Power Train	1

What owners report

2019-03-15, Power Train
DEAR NHTSA: WHILE DRIVING UNDER NORMAL ACCELERATION I NOTICED A GRINDING NOISE FROM THE TRANSMISSION. I SUBSEQUENTLY DISCOVERED THAT A TRANSMISSION PART FAILED. SEE ATTACHED PHOTO. I LEARNED BY FURTHER INVESTIGATION THAT ACURA OF AMERICA IS AWARE OF THIS MANUFACTURER DEFECT AND HAS ISSUED MULTIPLE TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN IN THE UNITED STATES SEE ATTACHED. IN JAPAN HONDA ISSUED AN OFFICIAL SAFETY RECALL IS ACTIVE FOR THE SAME EXACT ISSUE. THERE ARE NO DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE JAPANESE PARTS AND THE AMERICAN PARTS. THE ONLY DIFFERENCE IS THAT HONDA OF JAPAN ADOPTED A MORE STRINGENT AND ETHICALLY SOUND STANCE WHEN REGARDING THE LIVES OF THEIR CUSTOMER AND OTHERS ON THEIR ROADWAYS. I

1999-04-07, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM MUST BE REPLACED DUE TO MODULATOR LEAKING PUMP METAL FILINGS INTO RESERVOIR.

1999-03-29, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
ABS MODULATOR IS LEAKING PUMP METAL INTO THE RESERVIOR CAUSING ABS FAILURE.

1995-05-18, Tires
PREMATURE WEAR/BALDNESS OF TIRES, RESULTED IN LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT. *SKD

1991 Acura NSX questions

Does the 1991 Acura NSX have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1991 Acura NSX: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1991 Acura NSX?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2), Tires (1), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1991 Acura NSX has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.