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1986 Acura Integra

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1986 Acura Integra
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:21:12.835Z

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Acura Integra Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1986: 5 complaints 1986 1987: 11 complaints 1988: 9 complaints 1989: 16 complaints 1989 1990: 32 complaints 1991: 36 complaints 1992: 28 complaints 1992 1993: 21 complaints 1994: 55 complaints 1995: 52 complaints 1995 1996: 36 complaints 1997: 22 complaints 1998: 21 complaints 1998 1999: 8 complaints 2000: 17 complaints 2001: 6 complaints 2001 2023: 206 complaints 2024: 63 complaints 2025: 4 complaints 2025 2026: 1 complaints 2026
1986: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
19865
198711
19889
198916
199032
199136
199228
199321
199455
199552
199636
199722
199821
19998
200017
20016
2023206
202463
20254
20261

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

2 of 5 total reports mention: seat belts.

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THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WILL NOT LOCK . TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950915

SUSPENSION

1 of 5 total reports mentions: suspension.

STRUCTURE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure.

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UNDERCARRIAGE RUSTED. *SD

NHTSA ODI report, 19960628

STRUCTURE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure.

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THE REAR HATCHBACK COLLAPSES DUE TO THE FAILURE OF THE REAR STRUTS. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960117

POWER TRAIN

1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19881116 — EA (closed 19891130)

FUEL SYSTEM VENTING

R 19881118 — visibility

UNDER HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTACT UNIT COULD LOOSEN AND BECOME DISLODGED.

Remedy: INSTALL A CONTACT UNIT HOLDER THAT WOULD PREVENT LOOSENING.

Campaign 88V180000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19941027 — EA (closed 19950731)

SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE

R 19950519 — seat belts

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

Remedy: 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 PRO

Campaign 95V103001 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Acura Integra — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 88V180000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 95V103001 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1990 ▲ 1991 ▲ 1996

WORST YEARS

■ 2023 ◆ 2024 ◆ 1994

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FAQ

Is the 1986 Acura Integra reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1986 Acura Integra?

The most-reported component is seat belts:front:buckle assembly, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Acura Integra have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.