NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Acura NSX Safety Record
The 2021 Acura NSX has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Acura NSX has no federal crash-test ratings to report. NHTSA has not evaluated this model year, leaving it without star ratings in any category. The available safety picture is drawn entirely from its recall and complaint record, not from any crash-safety evaluation. On that basis, the 2021 NSX shows a Clean recall and complaint burden band, with zero recalls on file for this model year. A single owner complaint has been registered, with no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths reported.
The 2021 Acura NSX was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls on file, and falls in the Clean recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Clean |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Acura NSX?
The 2021 Acura NSX received no crash test ratings from NHTSA for this model year. No adjacent model years offer crash-test data for structural context. The vehicle's federal safety record is distinguished by the absence of recall campaigns and only a single unverified owner complaint, with no reported harm. This complaint is categorized as "Unknown Or Other," precluding any component-specific analysis. The "Clean" designation for this model year reflects only its minimal recall and complaint activity, not an assessment of its crashworthiness.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Acura NSX have any recalls?
The 2021 Acura NSX has zero recalls on file with NHTSA. There are no recall campaigns, no components named, and no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Acura NSX?
NHTSA has one owner complaint on file for the 2021 Acura NSX. It falls under the category of Unknown Or Other. This is an unverified consumer allegation reported to NHTSA, not an established fact, and it involves no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Acura NSX?
The 2021 Acura NSX carries an open recall. Owners should verify their specific vehicle's recall status using the VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2021 Acura NSX, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Zero recalls are on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Acura NSX, and no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories have been issued for this model year.
- One unverified owner complaint is on record with NHTSA for this model year, categorized under Unknown Or Other, with no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths alleged.
- The Clean burden band assigned to the 2021 Acura NSX reflects only the recall and complaint record and is not a substitute for a crash-test result or a crashworthiness rating.
FAQ2021 Acura NSX safety questions
Was the 2021 Acura NSX crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Acura NSX have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Acura NSX as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Acura NSX?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2021 Acura NSX. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Acura NSX 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.