2006 Honda S2000: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker S2000 years.
10 owner complaints, most about air bags. 2 recalls.
Should I buy a 2006 S2000?The 2006 Honda S2000 has 10 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are air bags and structure.
Safety record for the 2006 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2006 Honda S2000 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other S2000 years only. How we score it
Is 2006 a good year for the S2000?
Across the 9 S2000 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 3 (2008) to 46 (2000). With 10 complaints, the 2006 S2000 sits below the model's median of 15.
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
Recalls affecting the 2006 S2000
equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Campaign 06V270000ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MOTORCYCLES, THE OWNER'S MANUALS CONTAIN INCORRECT CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S (NHTSA) VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE.
service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
Campaign 13V246000American 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.
What owners say across generations
Overwhelmingly positive sentiment, characterized by deep emotional attachment and reverence as a legendary, driver-focused roadster.
Owner insights cover all generations of the S2000. See the full S2000 owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used S2000 listings typically run $28,883–$39,800 across 1999 to 2009 model years.
Other S2000 model years
Compare every S2000 year side by side to see how 2006 ranks against the rest.
Compare the S2000 against its rivals
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