Acura Nsx 1991
Model Nsx made in 1991 by Acura got 4 consumer complains, 1 investigation there is 1 recall as well as 17 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to service brakes, hydraulic, tires. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. The car had one investigation (suspension). There was one recall concerning seat belts . The car has one 3.0l engine.
Model 1991
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 3.0L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 18/24/20 | 20/30/24 | Premium | $ 1088 | 1 | 900808 |
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. | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | |||||
| 1002 | 10/16/2002 | 10009256 | Intermittent sra diagnostic trouble code 1-1 to 1-5, driver's airbag inflator circuit. october tech line information. *tt | 09/20/2004 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 07012005 | 07/01/2005 | 10018038 | Speedometer shops can transfer odometer mileage. acura. servicenews. *tt | 12/13/2005 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 802 | 08/01/2002 | 637683 | Information on tightening bolts using torque and angle. *tt | 12/04/2002 | |
| 302 | 03/01/2002 | 631035 | Some 2000 mdx models as well as other models may exhibit brief hesitation when accelerating at high engine speed. *tt | 05/01/2002 | |
| 801 | 08/16/2001 | 626449 | Subject regarding engine starts and dies when ignition is released. *yd | 12/14/2001 | |
| 010901 | 09/01/2001 | 626434 | Information regarding engine dies when the ignition key is released.*jb | 12/14/2001 | |
| 160801 | 08/16/2001 | 623291 | Subject regarding engine starts and dies when ignition is released. *jb | 10/26/2001 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - ANTI-THEFT DEVICES | |||||
| 05012004 | 05/01/2004 | 10009002 | Audio unit and navi anti-theft codes available on in. acura servicenews. may 2004. *tt | 09/08/2004 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | |||||
| 96054 | 12/03/1996 | 50686 | Fuel filler door wont open. *tw | 05/27/1997 | |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||||
| 93007 | 04/01/1993 | 39402 | Unlocking the door sets off the security alarm. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 93010 | 01/27/2004 | 93010 | 52017 | Transmission pops out of gear, or you hear a grinding/growling noise on deceleration or acceleration. *jd this bulletin supersedes 93-010, dated april 22, 1997. *tt | 07/17/1997 |
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 903 | 09/16/2003 | 10005013 | Hard to engage 1st gear, grinds into reverse. tech line summary. *tt | 01/26/2004 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||||
| 97111897041 | 11/18/1997 | 54038 | Experiencing a popping or creaking sound coming from the door armrest when it is pushed on. *yc | 03/30/1998 | |
| TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | |||||
| 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 | |
| SB-0708 | 11/01/2010 | 10037486 | Ready | 05/24/2011 | |
| TIRES - TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE | |||||
| 090103 | 09/01/2003 | 10005065 | Spare tire inspection. acura servicenews. *tt | 01/28/2004 | |
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||||
| 93004 | 03/01/1993 | 39401 | Popping noise from window regulator. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | ||||||
| PE94007 | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) | 01/28/1994 | 09/29/1994 | PREMATURE REAR TIRE WEAR | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 03/03/1999 | 1 | 07/01/1991 | |
| Antilock brake system must be replaced due to modulator leaking pump metal filings into reservoir. | |||
| 1 | |||
| Abs modulator is leaking pump metal into the reservior causing abs failure. | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 09/20/1994 | 0 | ||
| Tires wear prematurely. *skd | |||
| 03/04/1995 | 4 | ||
| Premature wear/baldness of tires, resulted in loss of control/accident. *skd | |||