Acura Integra 1989
Model Integra made in 1989 by Acura got 20 consumer complains, 1 investigation there is 1 recall as well as 6 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline and power train. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, power train and tires. The car had one investigation (seat belts). There was one recall concerning seat belts . The car has one 1.6l engine.
Model 1989
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | FWD | 25/30/27 | 28/38/32 | Regular | $ 527 | 3 | 880902 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 26/30/28 | 29/39/32 | Regular | $ 509 | 3 | 880902 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V103001 | AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. | from 01/01/1986 to 03/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 3700000 | 05/19/1995 | ODI | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) | 05/24/1995 | 05/24/1995 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. these red plastic release buttons are marked press. if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles. carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. check that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tug on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, then press the release button. the latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. if either release button shows any sign of breakage or cracking, or if either buckle fails to operate properly, promptly contact your authorized honda/acura dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. the manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent the failure of the buttons that are not currently broken. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: interior; seat belts; belt buckles.vehicle description: 2-door, 4-door and 5-door passenger vehicles equipped with safety belts made by takata corporation.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer at an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonabletime, please contact honda/acura at 1-800-999-1009. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||||
| B27 | 02/01/1993 | 39403 | Product update campaign: igniter. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| B930008 | 02/01/1993 | 39404 | Special return: igniters. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| K40 | 01/01/1993 | 39394 | Igniter product update campaign. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT | |||||
| 92009 | 02/01/1995 | 39243 | Clicking noise while clicking. *tw | 03/31/1995 | |
| TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | |||||
| SB-0708 | 11/01/2010 | 10037486 | Ready | 05/24/2011 | |
| SB-0708 | 11/01/2010 | 10037486 | Acura: there are guidelines for various situations and procedures including: tire pressure valve stem installation, trailer stability malfunction light is on, engine oil application guide, new software, new transmission fluid, notchy steeri | 05/24/2011 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||
| EA94035 | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) | 10/27/1994 | 07/31/1995 | SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE | 95V103001 | |
| Seat belt buckle failure | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 07/08/1997 | 1 | 12/01/1991 | |
| Pin that holds steering nuckle/ wheel assembly sheared in two causing wheel to fall off car. oil plug strips out. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 09/02/2003 | 165000 | 1 | |
| Gas lines rusting at metal lines from gas tank.*ak | |||
| 04/01/1996 | 1 | ||
| Metal fuel line rusted at fuel pump, causing fuel to leak. *dh | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 10/01/1993 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle accelerated suddenly upon shifting from park to drive, resulting in accident. *dsh | |||
| 04/25/1995 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle will not shift out of 1st gear; replaced transmission. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DIFFERENTIAL UNIT | |||
| 04/19/1995 | 1 | ||
| Differential pin failure; resulted in total functional loss of transmission; speed 30 mph; no warning. tt | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 08/26/1996 | 0 | ||
| During a vehicle accident, the car rolled over. the driver's and passenger's side seat belt buckles did not stay locked in place.*ak | |||
| The consumer had a recall done on seat belts and belt buckle. the dealership pierced a electrical wire causing electrical problems. please describe. *ak | |||
| 05/15/1995 | 10 | ||
| Red release button has cracked, seat belt will unbuckle by itself. tt | |||
| Seat belt buckle #tka71-j447: buckle will unlatch on its own. please describe details. tt | |||
| SEATS | |||
| 0 | |||
| Upon impact, during rear end collision, at approx. 35mph, front passenger and rear seat track anchor bolt broke.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 05/22/2001 | 1 | ||
| Put vehicle in park and it took off. engine revved loudly. consumer applied brakes and there was no braking action. vehicle hit pole. consumer suffered broken bones and chest injuries. *ak *slc | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 07/01/1991 | 1 | ||
| 4 wheel disc brakes have been wearing every 20,000 miles, also premature wear of front brake pads. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 06/20/1995 | |||
| Brake system failure, brake rotors wore out excessively. tt | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES | |||
| 07/08/1997 | 1 | 12/01/1991 | |
| Pin that holds steering nuckle/ wheel assembly sheared in two causing wheel to fall off car. oil plug strips out. | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE - SUPPORT DEVICE | |||
| 03/18/1996 | |||
| The rear hatchback hydraulic cylinders have failed to hold hatchback in place. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 08/09/1998 | 4 | 09/01/1989 | |
| The front of vehicle is very low, design flaw. when vehicle hits bumps in road it makes clunking noises. also, right front torsion bar broke. *ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 05/22/2001 | 1 | ||
| Put vehicle in park and it took off. engine revved loudly. consumer applied brakes and there was no braking action. vehicle hit pole. consumer suffered broken bones and chest injuries. *ak *slc | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||
| 05/01/2000 | |||
| Windshield started cracking without any contact from another source. cracks run across from passenger's side to the driver's side.*ak | |||