2002 Acura NSX: common problems and reliability
One of the worst NSX years.
One of the Acura NSX years to avoid. All NSX years
17 owner complaints, most about power train. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2002 NSX?The 2002 Acura NSX has 17 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are power train and engine and engine cooling.
Safety record for the 2002 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2002 Acura NSX vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other NSX years only. How we score it
Is 2002 a good year for the NSX?
Across the 7 NSX model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2021) to 17 (2002). With 17 complaints, the 2002 NSX sits above the model's median of 1.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
What owners say across generations
Overwhelmingly positive sentiment approaching legendary reverence for first-generation model, widely regarded as revolutionary supercar redefining exotic car reliability, usability, and everyday drivability.
Owner insights cover all generations of the NSX. See the full NSX owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used NSX listings typically run $129,398–$209,990 across 1991 to 2022 model years.
Other NSX model years
Compare every NSX year side by side to see how 2002 ranks against the rest.
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