Acura NSX years to avoid and best years
There are not enough Acura NSX years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2017 has the most complaints per year, at 1 (6 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2021 at 0 (from 1 complaint) and 2017 at 1 (from 6 complaints). On the 2017 Acura NSX, 1 of 6 complaints name Air bags, Structure.
Data as of .
Acura NSX reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Acura NSX. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 21 |
| 2021 Fewest | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | 21 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — | 21 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — | 21 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — | 21 |
| 2017 → Most | 1 | 6 | 3 | Air bags, Structure | 21 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Coupe
- Oil
- 0W-40 full synthetic (Acura Ultimate Full Synthetic Motor Oil Type 3 or equivalent) · 7.7 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 245/35R19, 305/30R20
Known issues for this generation
Recall 18V-600 covers certain 2017-2018 Acura NSX vehicles: the crossover pipe couplers between the left and right fuel tanks may leak. Dealers inspect and repair or replace the affected fuel-system parts per the campaign. Recall 18V-599 covers certain 2017 NSX vehicles where road vibration may loosen metal screws securing the printed circuit board for the high-mounted stop lamp, which can cause the lamp not to illuminate; dealers replace the screws. Recall 23V-858 later includes certain NSX among a multi-model Honda/Acura fuel-pump impeller campaign.
Frequently asked questions
Which Acura NSX years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2021 at 0 (from 1 complaint) and 2017 at 1 (from 6 complaints).
Which Acura NSX year has the most owner complaints?
2017 has the most complaints per year, at 1 (6 complaints). On the 2017 Acura NSX, 1 of 6 complaints name Air bags, Structure.
How do Acura NSX owner complaints compare by year?
There are not enough Acura NSX years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.
What engine oil does a US Acura NSX use?
0W-40 full synthetic (Acura Ultimate Full Synthetic Motor Oil Type 3 or equivalent) With filter, about 7.7 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.
What tire sizes fit a US Acura NSX?
Published US specs commonly list front 245/35R19, 305/30R20 and rear 245/35R19, 305/30R20; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US Acura NSX?
Recall 18V-600 covers certain 2017-2018 Acura NSX vehicles: the crossover pipe couplers between the left and right fuel tanks may leak. Dealers inspect and repair or replace the affected fuel-system parts per the campaign. Recall 18V-599 covers certain 2017 NSX vehicles where road vibration may loosen metal screws securing the printed circuit board for the high-mounted stop lamp, which can cause the lamp not to illuminate; dealers replace the screws. Recall 23V-858 later includes certain NSX among a multi-model Honda/Acura fuel-pump impeller campaign.