MYRModel Year Report

2000 Honda S2000

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2000 Honda S2000
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:44:07.192Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Honda S2000 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2000 highlighted. 2000: 40 complaints 2000 2001: 13 complaints 2002: 10 complaints 2002 2003: 8 complaints 2004: 5 complaints 2004 2005: 15 complaints 2006: 10 complaints 2006 2007: 3 complaints 2008: 3 complaints 2008
2000: 40 complaints
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YearComplaints
200040
200113
200210
20038
20045
200515
200610
20073
20083

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

VISIBILITY 20%

20% of complaints: visibility — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing glass, side/rear and windshield.

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REAR PLASTIC WINDOW HAS ZERO VISIBILITY DUE TO SCRATCHING DURING CONVERTABLE TOP USE. THIS IS DURING NORMAL USE OF THE CONVERTABLE TOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030203

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 20%

20% of complaints: exterior lighting — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tail lights and brake lights.

STRUCTURE 18%

18% of complaints: structure — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing roof and pillars and body.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE DRIVING MY S2000 AND TURNING ON CURVY ROADS THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN CORRECTLY AND ENDED UP IN A FIELD TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200709

Also filed under STEERING and SUSPENSION

THE CONSUMER IS CONCERNED ABOUT THE LONG TERM SERVICE AND SAFETY ISSUE OF THE REAR PLASTIC WINDOW INSTALLED WITHIN THE CONVERTIBLE TOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20020917

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 13%

13% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

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CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE MAIN BEARINGS IN ENGINE FAILED CAUSING ENGINE TO BLOW ON 06-28-02. ORIGINAL ENGINE HAD 35,600 MILES ON IT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20021119

SEAT BELTS 10%

10% of complaints: seat belts — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing retractor and buckle assembly.

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NHTSA RECALL 00V016000 AND MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 00V016000/ SEAT BELT RETRACTOR. NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. DEALER IS HAVING A HARD TIME GETTING THE PARTS FROM MANUFACTURER.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20000425

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20000204 — seat belts

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CONVERTIBLE PASSENGER VEHICLES. WHEN THE CONVERTIBLE TOP IS DOWN AND THE SEAT IS PUSHED ALL THE WAY BACK, THE SEAT BELTS MAY NOT RETRACT PROPERLY RESULTING IN SLACK IN THE SEAT

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER TO PREVENT INTERFERENCE WITH THE SEAT BELT.

Campaign 00V016000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20001023 — seat belts

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR CAN DEFORM AND CAUSE COMPLETE OR FREQUENT LOCKING OF THE RETRACTOR. AS A RESULT, THE SEAT BELTS CANNOT BE

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELT ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY.

Campaign 00V316000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20040616 — exterior lighting

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE LENS OF THE SIDE MARKER LAM

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL AFFECTED TAIL LAMP ASSEMBLIES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 16, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.

Campaign 04V257000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 Honda S2000 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 00V016000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 00V316000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V257000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 Honda S2000 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 2000 Honda S2000?

The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Honda S2000 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.