MYRModel Year Report

1986 Acura Legend

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1986 Acura Legend
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:26:12.535Z

Only 17 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 17 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 Legend Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1986: 17 complaints 1986 1987: 9 complaints 1988: 33 complaints 1988 1989: 34 complaints 1990: 36 complaints 1990 1991: 117 complaints 1992: 75 complaints 1992 1993: 25 complaints 1994: 21 complaints 1994 1995: 15 complaints 1995
1986: 17 complaints
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YearComplaints
198617
19879
198833
198934
199036
1991117
199275
199325
199421
199515

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 17 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

4 of 17 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

SEAT BELTS

2 of 17 total reports mention: seat belts.

VISIBILITY

1 of 17 total reports mentions: visibility.

VISIBILITY

1 of 17 total reports mentions: visibility.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 17 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
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VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED UPON SHIFTING GEARS FROM PARK TO REVERSE CRASHING INTO MAILBOX AND RAMP. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950119

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19871110 — DP (closed 19880308)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

I 19880308 — EA (closed 19910110)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

I 19880621 — PE (closed 19881116)

FUEL SYSTEM VENTING

I 19881116 — EA (closed 19891130)

FUEL SYSTEM VENTING

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 Legend — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 95V103001 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Acura Legend 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 Legend?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Acura Legend have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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