2002 Acura Rsx: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2002 Acura Rsx: 0 recalls, 76 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
Recalls
0 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 4 equipment/tire recalls that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
4 aftermarket equipment / tire recalls replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Exterior lights Equipment recall #06E023000 · 2006 · 292,000 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2006.
Exterior lights Equipment recall #06E038000 · 2006 · 724 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain alfaotto combination headlamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Why it matters: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
The fix: Alfaotto will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. The recall began on May 10, 2006.
Exterior lights Equipment recall #06E064000 · 2006 · 4,029 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and May possibly result in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July 2006.
Exterior lights Equipment recall #09E012000 · 2009 · 16,270 vehicles
What's wrong: These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Why it matters: Decreased lighting visibility May result in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 11 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (20): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (11), noise or vibration (10), stalls / loses power (2).
- Engine & cooling (16): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4), warning light on (4).
- Airbags (14): the most common themes are fails to deploy (6), warning light on (6).
- Body & structure (5): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
The 2002 Acura Rsx has 76 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 8 Rsx model years for complaints (3.4× the average Rsx year). Complaints peaked in 2002 (17 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 46,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2001 (2 complaints, 0 recalls), 2003 (25 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 | Premium |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 24 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2002 Acura Rsx have any recalls?
NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2002 Acura Rsx, but 4 equipment or tire recalls may apply. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.
What are the most common 2002 Acura Rsx problems?
Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (20), engine & cooling (16), airbags (14).
What gas mileage does the 2002 Acura Rsx get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.0 L, Manual 5-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2002 Acura Rsx repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.