Recalls ·2005 Acura Rsx

2005 Acura Rsx recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Acura Rsx; the most frequently affected component is exterior lighting. Owners filed 32 complaints, most often about suspension. Among the 5 model years of this model in the database, 2005 ranks #4 for number of recalls.

Recalls2
Complaints32
Crashes reported3in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

Exterior lightingCampaign 06E064000 · 17 Jul 2006

Problem: Certain tradesonic combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk: Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during july 2006. Owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.

Exterior lighting — HeadlightsCampaign 06E023000 · 13 Mar 2006

Problem: Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. Some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Risk: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. The recall began may 9, 2006. Owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688.

What owners complain about

Share of the 32 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Suspension13 · 41%
Air bags4 · 12%
Unknown or other3 · 9%
Electrical system3 · 9%
Visibility3 · 9%
Tires2 · 6%
Steering2 · 6%
Power train2 · 6%

When complaints were filed

200515
20063
20071
20081
20104
20131
20142
20162
20181
20201
20211

From owner complaints

On sat dec 10 2018 i was bulling in to a parking space at walmart after 7am. I was going slowly and started a left turn into a parking space. As i turned i was lightly on the brake, suddenly the engine revved to a high speed and the car surged forward. I pushed hard on the brakes but it still kept going at a lower…

Unknown or other · Dec 2018 · NHTSA complaint record

My airbag light came on for no reason - i had a mechanic reset it but it came back on few days later. I read on the internet that honda is recalling hondas & acuras for this type of problem , is this one of them ? Am i expecting a recall letter from honda in the mail soon ? Regards *tr

Air bags · Aug 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

The new bright blue headlights are an outstanding inovation when they are properly aimed, however the aim of the headlight is affected by vehicle loading and manufacture and bodyshop/dealer misalligmnment. This allignment is critical. When too much weight is place in the rear of the vehicle, the portion of the…

Exterior lighting · Nov 2005 · NHTSA complaint record

I purchased my rsx type-s in july 2005, after approx. 1000 miles it began making a loud popping noise when turning the steering wheel at low speeds. After 2000 miles it continued to get louder so i took it in for service. The service writer claimed it was normal noise, they greased some bushings and he told me that if…

Suspension · Sep 2005 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20024
20034
20044
20052
20062

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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