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1987 Acura Integra

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

Data refreshed

Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
11
Latest Nov 9, 2017
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Latest May 24, 1995
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 11 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 1987 Acura Integra, most frequently naming the body & structure, brakes and driver assistance categories. 3 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; 2 NHTSA investigations name it; and 3 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Body & structure327.3%
  • Brakes19.1%
  • Driver assistance19.1%
  • Engine19.1%
  • Fuel system19.1%
  • Exterior lighting19.1%
  • Steering19.1%
  • Airbags19.1%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

3 campaigns cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
95V103001

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

May 24, 1995
3,700,000 units potentially affected
The defect: THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
The risk: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
The remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES. CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. CHECK THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUG ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, THEN PRESS THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS ANY SIGN OF BREAKAGE OR CRACKING, OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, PROMPTLY CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED HONDA/ACURA DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER IS DEVELOPING A REMEDY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE FAILURE OF THE BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY BROKEN.
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.View on NHTSA.gov
88V180000

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Nov 18, 1988
360,198 units potentially affected
The defect: UNDER HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTACT UNIT COULD LOOSEN AND BECOME DISLODGED.
The risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE AND WOULDAFFECT DRIVER VISIBILITY.
The remedy: INSTALL A CONTACT UNIT HOLDER THAT WOULD PREVENT LOOSENING.
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.View on NHTSA.gov
87V171000

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Oct 29, 1987
99,088 units potentially affected
The defect: OWNERS MANUAL INFORMATION REQUIRED BY FMVSS 210, SECTIONS 6A AND 6B WAS OMITTED FROM THE MANUAL.
The risk: VEHICLES MANUAL INFORMATION DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS210.
The remedy: UPGRADE EXISTING MANUALS BY INSERTING ADHESIVE BACKED CORRECTION PAGES.
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.View on NHTSA.gov

Safety investigations

NHTSA inquiries naming this vehicle. An investigation is not a finding of a defect.

EA94035ClosedEngineering Analysis

SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE

Opened Oct 27, 1994
Closed Jul 31, 1995

There is no summary currently available

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLYLed to recall 95V103001
EA89005ClosedEngineering Analysis

FUEL SYSTEM VENTING

Opened Nov 16, 1988
Closed Nov 30, 1989

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Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

View all 11
Airbags
Filed Nov 9, 2017

TAKATA RECALL

NHTSA ID
11044767
Incident
May 14, 2014
Mileage
2 mi
Steering
Filed Feb 27, 2007

THE CONSUMER'S 1987 ACURA INTEGRA LX EXPERIENCED STEERING WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY FAILURE**CC UPON QUICK REMOVAL OF THE STEERING WHEEL CENTER COVER, A CIRCULAR CRACK WAS DISCOVERED THAT ENCOMPASSED ABOUT 95% OF THE CIRCUMFERENCE SURROUNDING THE STEERING WHEEL RETAINED NUT. *NM

NHTSA ID
10183760
Incident
Feb 1, 2007
Transmission
Filed Aug 11, 2000

THE CLUTCH THROW-OUT LEVER BROKE WHICH CAUSED THE CAR TO LURCH FORWARD WHEN IT SHOULD HAVE REMAINED AT STOP. NLM

NHTSA ID
553650
Incident
Jul 12, 2000
Driver assistance
Filed Jul 14, 2000

CLUTCH LEVER BROKE WITH CAR STOPPED AND IN GEAR. CAR LURCHED FORWARD INTO PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK ENDANGERING THE PEDESTIANS. *AK

NHTSA ID
725442
Incident
Jul 12, 2000
Engine
Filed Dec 7, 1998

ACURA'S OWNER'S MANUAL MAKES NO MENTION OF THE TIMING BELT. ACURA'S SERVICE MANUAL MAKES NO MENTION OF THE PERIODIC MILEAGE INTERVAL AT WHICH THE TIMING BELT MUST BE REPLACED. ACURA HAS FAILED TO MAKE ANY RECOMMENDATION TO ITS AUTHORIZED SERVICE AGENTS AS TO THE MILEAGE INTERVAL AT WHICH THE TIMING BELT MUST BE REPLACED. AS A RESULT, ACURA VEHICLES ARE NOT BEING PROPERLY MAINTAINED AND ARE STALLING ON HIGHWAYS CAUSING SERIOUS INJURIES AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.

NHTSA ID
701186
Body & structure
Filed Sep 3, 1997

HATCH BACK STRUTS HAS NOT OPERATED PROPERLY, CAUSING CONSUMER TO BE HIT ON THE HEAD CONTINUOUSLY.

NHTSA ID
521637
Brakes
Filed Aug 8, 1997

THE PIN THAT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE CONNECTS TO AT BRAKE CALIPER BECOMES RUSTY/BINDING INSIDE CALIPER, CAUSING REAR CALIPERS TO FAIL. ALSO, REPLACED BOTH REAR CALIPERS. *AK

NHTSA ID
518692
Incident
Apr 1, 1994
Exterior lighting
Filed Jun 10, 1996

WHEN DRIVING WITH HEADLIGHTS ON THEY SOMETIMES FLICKER AND SOMETIMES THEY WILL NOT COME BACK ON. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

NHTSA ID
985455
Incident
Apr 15, 1996

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

RFI20210312_BB64

EQUIPMENT; SUSPENSION

This SKU is a bushing kit. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the retail package label for accuracy. If the label is incorrect, the customer may have difficulty locating the desired product. If the labels are left incorrect, sales may be less than forecasted.

SB-0708

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

ACURA: THERE ARE GUIDELINES FOR VARIOUS SITUATIONS AND PROCEDURES INCLUDING: TIRE PRESSURE VALVE STEM INSTALLATION, TRAILER STABILITY MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON, ENGINE OIL APPLICATION GUIDE, NEW SOFTWARE, NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID, NOTCHY STEERING FEELING. *RM

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POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

CLICKING NOISE WHILE CLICKING. *TW

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Acura Integra by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2026100—
2025710—
2024633155.9
20232062154.1
2001650—
2000174053.0
1999840—
1998214060.5
1997225055.6
1996365054.5
1995525061.1
1994556058.5
1993219046.1
1992289053.4
19913611261.1
19903211258.0
1989161152.5
1988911—
1987Viewing113248.1
1986522—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.