1991 Honda Prelude Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1991 Honda Prelude.

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Complaints
18
Crashes
2
Fires
4
Injuries
4
Fatalities
1
Recalls
0

Worst 1991 Honda Prelude Problems

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

#13 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline

Fires:2
#23 complaints

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

#32 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Fires:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1991 Honda Prelude.

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
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Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
1
complaints
Crashes
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Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Seat Belts:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Seat Belts:Front:Warning Light/Devices
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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1991 Honda Prelude — FAQ

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

Is the 1991 Honda Prelude reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1991 Honda Prelude has 18 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline with 3 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1991 Honda Prelude?
Top reported problems: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline (3 complaints); Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly (3 complaints); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 1991 Honda Prelude?
NHTSA complaints for the 1991 Honda Prelude include 2 crash-related reports, 4 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 1 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 1991 Honda Prelude have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1991 Honda Prelude 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 1991 Honda Prelude?
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 Honda Prelude reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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