Is the 1994 Honda DEL SOL 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 1994 Honda DEL SOL?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 72% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1994 Honda DEL SOL have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

1994 Honda DEL SOL

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1994 Honda DEL SOL
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Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 18
Recalls: 6
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

1994: 18 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1993	21
1994	18
1995	12
1996	2
1997	3
1998	1

Known problem areas

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Air bags

13 of 18 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal and srs malfunction warning lamp/light.

CRASHINJURY

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Head on collision and drivers airbag did not depoly nor did the seatbelt restrain properly. Please explain. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-07

Also filed under Seat belts

The contact owns a 1994 Honda Del Sol. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and was referred to the manufacturer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-06-12

1994 Honda DEL SOL. Consumer writes about safety passenger air bag. *va the consumer stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time completing the recall repair.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-16

Seat belts

3 of 18 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing webbing and retractor.

CRASHINJURY

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My passenger side seatbelt is not engaging properly. It appears to click and fasten; however, when you pull on it, it disengages.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-06-27

Power train

2 of 18 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission.

Visibility

1 of 18 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing power window devices and controls.

Tires

1 of 18 total reports mentions: tires.

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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1995-10-17Air bags95V203000 The passenger air bag was improperly installed. The retainer tabs used to secure the lower module to the upper housing were drilled incorrectly.

Remedy: Dealers will repair the air bag module assembly by adding reinformcement brackets.

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2006-04-03Exterior lighting06E026000 Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber…

Remedy: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

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2006-07-01Exterior lighting06E049000 Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are…

Remedy: Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

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2006-07-31Exterior lighting06E065000 Certain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the…

Remedy: Aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. The recall began on July 31, 2006. Owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.

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2006-08-01Exterior lighting06E060000 Certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the…

Remedy: Aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2006. Owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.

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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.

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Buy-smart checklist

1994 Honda DEL SOL — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 13 reports on file for this year.
Seat belts: 3 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 06E064000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 95V203000 · Air bags
Recall 06E026000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 06E049000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 06E065000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 06E060000 · Exterior lighting

FAQ

Is the 1994 Honda DEL SOL 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 1994 Honda DEL SOL?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 72% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Honda DEL SOL have?: 6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.