2006 Acura Rsx Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2006 Acura Rsx.

20052007
Complaints
28
Crashes
5
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2006 Acura Rsx Problems

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

#15 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

Avg mileage:47,104 mi
#25 complaints

Manual Transmission

Avg mileage:33,102 mi
#33 complaints

Structural Problems

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2006 Acura Rsx.

Headlight/Taillight Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
47,104
Manual Transmission
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
33,102
Structural Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front:Macpherson Strut
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Side/Window
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Parking-Brake Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Traction Control System
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2006 Acura Rsx

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~18,352 vehicles.

13V246000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum
~18,352 affected

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2006 Acura RSX vehicles manufactured January 18, 2006, through August 12, 2006; and model year 2006-2007 Honda S2000 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2006, through November 13, 2006. The brake booster may be unable to maintain a vacuum when the brake pedal is depressed, decreasing brake assist.

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2006 Acura Rsx — FAQ

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

Is the 2006 Acura Rsx reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2006 Acura Rsx has 28 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Headlight/Taillight Failures with 5 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2006 Acura Rsx?
Top reported problems: Headlight/Taillight Failures (5 complaints, avg 47,104 mi); Manual Transmission (5 complaints, avg 33,102 mi); Structural Problems (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 2006 Acura Rsx?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 40,103 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2006 Acura Rsx?
NHTSA complaints for the 2006 Acura Rsx include 5 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 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 2006 Acura Rsx have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 18,352 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2006 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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