1989 Acura Integra
Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 16
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1989
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1989: 16 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 33 |
| 1991 | 37 |
| 1992 | 28 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 69 |
| 1995 | 52 |
| 1996 | 36 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2023 | 208 |
| 2024 | 64 |
| 2025 | 11 |
| 2026 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seat belts
4 of 16 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.
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During a vehicle accident, the car rolled over. The driver's and passenger's side seat belt buckles did not stay locked in place.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-08-29
Power train
3 of 16 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and differential unit.
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Vehicle accelerated suddenly upon shifting from park to drive, resulting in accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-02-01
Service brakes
3 of 16 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 16 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.
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Gas lines rusting at metal lines from gas tank.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-09-03
Visibility
1 of 16 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1994-10-27Engineering analysisClosed 1995-07-31 Seat belt buckle failure
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1995-05-19Seat belts95V103001 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…
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…
Buy-smart checklist
1989 Acura Integra — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seat belts: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 95V103001 · Seat belts
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- Is the 1989 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 1989 Acura Integra?
- The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1989 Acura Integra have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.