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Acura NSX Safety
NHTSA safety across every Acura NSX model year we cover.
Across the 4 model years of the Acura NSX we cover (2019 to 2022), no year has an NHTSA crash-test score on record. 3 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Acura NSX is a low-volume, mid-engine hybrid supercar produced from 2017 through 2022, targeting performance enthusiasts who want exotic capability with everyday usability. Positioned as Acura's halo vehicle, it competes in a rarified segment alongside European sports cars. Its hybrid powertrain and all-wheel-drive system reflect Honda's engineering ambitions, and its limited production numbers are reflected directly in its safety data footprint.
No crash-test data exists for the 2019-2022 Acura NSX, a significant gap in its safety profile. NHTSA has not subjected this model to its standard battery of tests, leaving no star ratings or a computed Safety Index score. This omission, while common for low-volume exotic vehicles, means objective federal crash validation for this generation of the NSX is absent. Despite its limited production, the vehicle has accumulated three recalls across the covered model years, a figure that warrants careful review. Only one owner complaint is on file, reporting no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. This low complaint volume most likely reflects the car's small production numbers rather than an inherent safety advantage. The sophisticated engineering of the NSX is evident, but its safety has not been independently verified by federal crash testing. Buyers should confirm all three recalls have been addressed on any specific vehicle before purchase. The sparse data available for the NSX necessitates a cautious approach to its safety assessment.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the NSX for its hybrid powertrain integration, approachable handling dynamics, and the way it blends supercar performance with daily drivability. Most professional assessments focus heavily on the driving experience and technology rather than safety credentials, reflecting both the car's performance-focused mission and the limited federal safety testing available for this low-volume model.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2019-2022 NSX, so there are no federal star ratings or Safety Index scores available for this generation. Shoppers cannot rely on standardized crash-test data when evaluating this vehicle.
- Three recalls were issued across the 2019-2022 model years. Any prospective buyer should run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall database to confirm all outstanding recalls have been properly remedied before taking ownership.
- Only one owner complaint is on file with NHTSA for the covered years, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. However, this almost certainly reflects the NSX's extremely limited production volume rather than a meaningful safety signal in either direction.
- As a low-volume exotic, the NSX lacks the broad real-world safety data that higher-selling mainstream vehicles accumulate over time. The thin complaint and testing record makes independent pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician especially important.
Most-recalled year on record: 2019 Acura NSX with 2 recalls.