2006 Acura RSX
Only 24 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 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2006
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 24 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 76 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 24 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
5 of 24 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission.
Exterior lighting
5 of 24 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
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Water leaks in to the trunk (Where the spare tire is kept).it puddles and causes rust and mold. It causes asthma exacerbation and respitory illness. Due to the water, the tail lights get fogged up and it makes it difficult to see the brake lights.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-05-03
Also filed under Structure
Suspension
5 of 24 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing macpherson strut and front.
Structure
4 of 24 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
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The hood latch is separating from the the bracket attached to the frame. This occurred while attempting to secure the hood closed while parked. The latch no longer aligns correctly with the hood. The vehicle has 193000 miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-04-18
Acura RSX 2002 to 2006 owners have experienced a flood in their rear tire well, causing tail lights, in some to rust out. This could cause a safety issue, particularly when driving at night and your tail lights have gone out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-01
Service brakes
2 of 24 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2006-08-02Equipment06V270000 On certain passenger vehicles and motorcycles, the owner's manuals contain incorrect contact information for the national highway traffic safety administration's (NHTSA) vehicle safety hotline.
Remedy: Honda will send a postcard to dealers and owners with the correct NHTSA vehicle safety hotline information and with instructions to insert the card into the "Reporting safety defects" Section of the…
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2014-07-27Service brakes, hydraulic13V246000 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2006 Acura RSX vehicles manufactured January 18, 2006, through August 12, 2006; and model year 2006-2007 Honda S2000 vehicles…
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster assembly. If necessary, the dealers will replace the booster assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July…
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Acura RSX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06V270000 · Equipment
- Recall 13V246000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 2006 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 2006 Acura RSX?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 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.