MYRModel Year Report

1996 Honda DEL SOL

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1996 Honda DEL SOL
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:10:12.764Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 1996

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1993: 21 complaints 1993 1994: 18 complaints 1994 1995: 12 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996 2 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 1 complaint 1998
1993: 21 complaints 1993 1994: 18 complaints 1994 1995: 12 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996 2 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 1 complaint 1998
1993: 21 complaints 1993 1994: 18 complaints 1994 1995: 12 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996 2 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 1 complaint 1998

1996: 2 complaints

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YearComplaints
199321
199418
199512
19962
19973
19981

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Structure

1 of 2 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.

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Engine/motor does not handle well during incline driving.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-09-12

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling

Service brakes

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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Tl* the contact owns a 1996 Honda DEL SOL. The contact stated that while the driver was driving, she noticed the brake warning light illuminated and was concerned.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-01-28

Seats

1 of 2 total reports mentions: seats, most commonly citing head restraint.

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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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

1996 Honda DEL SOL — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Seats: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E064000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 06E026000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 06E049000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 06E065000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 06E060000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 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 1996 Honda DEL SOL?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1996 Honda DEL SOL have?
5 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.