MYRModel Year Report

2005 Acura RSX

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2005 Acura RSX
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:53:57.923Z

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
32
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2005

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Suspension

41% of complaints

Complaints per year

2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 76 complaints 2002 2003: 25 complaints 2003 2004: 17 complaints 2004 2005: 32 complaints 2005 32 2006: 24 complaints 2006 2007: 1 complaint 2007 2008: 1 complaint 2008
2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 76 complaints 2002 2003: 25 complaints 2003 2004: 17 complaints 2004 2005: 32 complaints 2005 32 2006: 24 complaints 2006 2007: 1 complaint 2007 2008: 1 complaint 2008
2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 76 complaints 2002 2003: 25 complaints 2003 2004: 17 complaints 2004 2005: 32 complaints 2005 32 2006: 24 complaints 2006 2007: 1 complaint 2007 2008: 1 complaint 2008

2005: 32 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20012
200276
200325
200417
200532
200624
20071
20081

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Suspension

41% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing front and macpherson strut.

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Bought rzx Acura had it for two week loud noice front right the order a new strut assembly repaired car. 4 days later same sound went back they said spring is rubbing the strut base fixed it so far its been two days we will see.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-07-26

Squeaky front right suspension when bought new and alignment was off to the right. Brought to dealer for repair and realignment when only had 100 +/- miles.service advisor verified squeak on suspension.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-04-13

Air bags

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

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My airbag light came on for no reason - I had a mechanic reset it but it came back on few days later. I read on the internet that Honda is recalling hondas & acuras for this type of problem , is this one of them ?

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-08

Electrical system

9% · 3 reports
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I bought a vehicle last year and never ran the carfax but now I have it and it appears the mileage has been tampered with

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-10

Visibility

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing heater core.

Tires

6% · 2 reports
CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

On 11/20/12, I drove my 2005 Acura RSX to Acura of manhattan (Aom) in ny, ny. The service included 4 new tires -- michelin 215/45/17. On 12/01/12, after 40-50 miles with new tires, the vehicle starts vibrating.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-05-02

Tire blew out while driving approximately 55 MPH on highway resulting in loss of control of vehicle, and a crash. The crash caused major front bumper damage and damaged the wheel of the blown out tire to the point where it needed to be replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-10-17

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2006-05-09Exterior lighting06E023000 Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. Some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to…

    Remedy: Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2006. Owners may contact anzo USA at 909-468-3688.

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    Date not on fileExterior lighting06E064000 Certain tradesonic combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles.

    Remedy: Tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July 2006. Owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2005 Acura RSX — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E064000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 06E023000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Acura RSX 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 2005 Acura RSX?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Acura RSX have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.