The most-reported NSX run is JH4NA126XMT (1991 builds) with 2 complaints, 1.5× the typical run. Service brakes problems make up 26% of reports; NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for NSX model years 1991–2020.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Acura NSX has 10 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 62% of every NSX complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JH4NA126XMT•••••• | 1991 | — | — | |
| 19UNC1B05HY•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| 19UNC1B08HY•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| JH4NA1159MT•••••• | 1991 | — | — | |
| JH4NA115XNT•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| JH4NA1153RT•••••• | 1994 | — | — | |
| 2HNYD18681H•••••• | 2001 | — | — | |
| 1C4NJPFA0HD•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| 19UNC1B08KY•••••• | 2019 | — | — | |
| 19UNC1B07MY•••••• | 2021 | — | — |
ForCar has checked 13 NSX VINs so far, most often 2017, 1991, 2019 builds; 2 of them belong to one of the 10 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 5 | 3 | — |
Heaviest year here is 2017 at 1.7 complaints per run; lightest is 2017 at 1.7.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 26% of everything Acura NSX owners report: Service Brakes, 5 of 13 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | — | — | |
| Unknown Or Other | — | — | |
| Fuel/propulsion System | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | — | — | |
| Power Train | — | — | |
| Seat Belts | — | — | |
| Electrical System | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 5 recall campaigns on the Acura NSX; the 5 below cover build years 1991 to 2020. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 23V858000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump | 2017–2020 |
| 20V314000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump | 2018–2019 |
| 18V600000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly | 2017–2018 |
| 18V599000 | Electrical System:wiring:fuses And Circuit Breakers | 2017 |
| 95V103001 | Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly | 1991 |
23V858000 was opened in 2023 on cars built from 2017: 6 years on the road before the recall.
How serious were they
| Outcome | Acura NSX | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 13 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 0 (0%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 0 (0%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 100% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Acura NSX share of that is 13 complaints over 10 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Acura NSX VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 13 NHTSA complaints from 10 NSX runs and 5 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which NSX production run has the most complaints?
JH4NA126XMT, a 1991 build, with 2 complaints. The typical NSX run has 1.3.
How many NSX complaints involve a crash?
0% of 13 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 0 involved a fire.
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