2004 Acura Rsx Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2004 Acura Rsx.

20032005
Complaints
19
Crashes
8
Fires
0
Injuries
6
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2004 Acura Rsx Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#16 complaints

Manual Transmission

Avg mileage:13,960 mi
#24 complaints

Tire Defects

Crash-related:3
#33 complaints

Airbags

Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Acura Rsx.

Manual Transmission
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
13,960
Tire Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Side/Window
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2004 Acura Rsx. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

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2004 Acura Rsx — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2004 Acura Rsx reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2004 Acura Rsx has 19 NHTSA complaints, 8 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Manual Transmission with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2004 Acura Rsx?
Top reported problems: Manual Transmission (6 complaints, avg 13,960 mi); Tire Defects (4 complaints); Airbags (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2004 Acura Rsx?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 13,960 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2004 Acura Rsx?
NHTSA complaints for the 2004 Acura Rsx include 8 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 6 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2004 Acura Rsx have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2004 Acura Rsx as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2004 Acura Rsx?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Acura Rsx reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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