2008 Honda S2000

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2008 Honda S2000
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:55:43.502Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Honda S2000 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 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
2008: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
200040
200113
200210
20038
20045
200515
200610
20073
20083

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering.

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INTERMITTENT POWER STEERING AT START UP AND WHILE DRIVING

NHTSA ODI report, 20180915

SEAT BELTS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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The seat belts have never retracted properly. Over the years they have become much worse. This is a huge safety concern.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251117

ENGINE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.

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THIS 2008 HONDA S2000 HAD 65,000 MILES ON IT WHEN THE ENGINE FROZE AND WOULD NOT START. THE OWNER WAS SHOPPING AND WHEN SHE RETURNED THE CAR WOULD NOT START. SHE WAS TOLD BY THE REPAIR SHOPS THAT THE ENGINE WAS SHOT AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190911

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Honda S2000 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2008 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 2008 Honda S2000?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Honda S2000 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.