MYRModel Year Report

1990 Acura Legend

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1990 Acura Legend
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:03:12.377Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Acura Legend Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1990 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
1990: 36 complaints
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YearComplaints
198617
19879
198833
198934
199036
1991117
199275
199325
199421
199515

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 19%

19% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 7 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 25 MPH AND ATTEMPED TO STOP- ABS BRAKES FAILED CAUSING CONSUMER TO HAVE ACCIDENT. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19951003

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 11%

11% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
POWER TRAIN 11%

11% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file.

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TRANSMISSION FAILED FOR THE THIRD TIME. MR

NHTSA ODI report, 20021022

AIR BAGS 8%

8% of complaints: air bags — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 6%

6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 2 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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WHILE ATTEMPTING TO BACKUP, VEHICLE SPED AND CRASHED INTO BANK WINDOW. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950510

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19901114 — air bags

THREADED INFLATOR COMPONENTS MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY WHICH MAY ALLOW COMPONENTS TO SEPARATE WHEN INFLATOR RECEIVES A SIGNAL TO DEPLOY THE AIR BAG.

Remedy: REPLACE AIR BAG MODULES CONTAINING POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE INFLATORS.

Campaign 90E043003 — check if this car was fixed

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

1990 Acura Legend — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 90E043003 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 95V103001 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1990 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 1990 Acura Legend?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1990 Acura Legend 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.