Does the 2006 Acura RSX have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Acura RSX, the most recent reported on June 13, 2013 (Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Acura RSX?

Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is exterior lighting (5 complaints), followed by power train (5).

How many 2006 Acura RSX complaints mention a crash or fire?

4 of 24 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2006 Acura RSX recalls and problems

2 recalls and 24 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Acura RSX.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2006 Acura RSX recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum

NHTSA campaign 13V246000 · reported June 13, 2013 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 18,352 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: With reduced braking assistance, the vehicle may require additional brake pedal force to prevent a lengthened stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster assembly. If necessary, the dealers will replace the booster assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1-310-783-2000. Honda's recall number is JA4. Acura's recall number is JA5.

Equipment: other, owners/service/other manual

NHTSA campaign 06V270000 · reported July 26, 2006 · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) · 1,190,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On 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.
The risk: The language in the owner's manuals is not in accordance with the current mandatory requirements.
The fix: Honda will send a postcard to dealers and owners with the correct NHTSA vehicle safety hotline information and with instructions to insert the card into the "reporting safety defects" section of the owner's manual. The recall began on august 2, 2006. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009, acura at 1-800-382-2238 or honda motorcycles at 1-866-784-1870.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Exterior lighting5
Power train5
Suspension5
Structure4
Air bags2
Service brakes, hydraulic2
Electrical system1
Engine and engine cooling1
Parking brake1
Seats1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 3, 2025 · Seats
Excessive wear on front seats recliner brace/bar. This causes unintended excessive movement/rocking (back & forth) in the seats which could create a safety hazard.

Apr 18, 2021 · Structure · 193,000 miles
THE HOOD LATCH IS SEPARATING FROM THE THE BRACKET ATTACHED TO THE FRAME. THIS OCCURRED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO SECURE THE HOOD CLOSED WHILE PARKED. THE LATCH NO LONGER ALIGNS CORRECTLY WITH THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE HAS 193000 MILES. IT APPEARS THE METAL BRACKET IS OF INSUFFICIENT DESIGN STRENGTH. THE SAFETY LATCH WILL NOT BE…

Mar 10, 2014 · Electrical system · 40,000 miles
THERE IS WATER AND CONDENSATION BUILD UP INSIDE THE TAIL LIGHTS. I HAVE REPLACED THEM A FEW TIMES AND STILL HAVE ISSUES. THIS CAN BE A SERIOUS ELECTRICAL HAZARD AND I'VE READ MANY FORUMS OF PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE. I FEEL ACURA SHOULD TAKE CARE OF THIS PROBLEM.

Aug 19, 2013 · Service brakes, hydraulic
2006 ACURA RSX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VACUUM LEAK WITHIN BRAKE BOOSTER RECALL NOTICE AND UNSATISFACTORY CUSTOMER SERVICE FROM DEALERSHIP. THE CONSUMER STATED IT WAS AN INCONVENIENCE TO HAVE THE RECALL WORK DONE ON A WEEKDAY. SHE WAS INFORMED INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS WERE NOT PERFORMED ON SATURDAY'S

Jun 1, 2013 · Structure · 60,000 miles
ACURA RSX 2002 TO 2006 OWNERS HAVE EXPERIENCED A FLOOD IN THEIR REAR TIRE WELL, CAUSING TAIL LIGHTS, IN SOME TO RUST OUT. THIS COULD CAUSE A SAFETY ISSUE, PARTICULARLY WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT AND YOUR TAIL LIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT. THERE IS NO RECALL ON THIS ISSUE, YET THE BLOGS ON ACURA RSX WEB SITE ARE HUGE! IT'S AN…

RSX model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2003	0	25	3
2004	0	17	6
2005	0	32	3
2006	2	24	4
2007	0	1	0
2008	0	1	0

Across all years, the 2002 RSX has the most complaints (76). All Acura RSX years →

Questions

Does the 2006 Acura RSX have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Acura RSX, the most recent reported on June 13, 2013 (Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Acura RSX?: Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is exterior lighting (5 complaints), followed by power train (5).
How many 2006 Acura RSX complaints mention a crash or fire?: 4 of 24 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 3, 2025.