2017 Acura Nsx Safety Report

The 2017 Acura NSX has a relatively low number of NHTSA complaints, with only 6 total complaints, 1 reported crash, and no reported injuries, fires, or deaths. This suggests a generally good safety record in terms of incident frequency. However, the vehicle has been subject to 3 recalls, indicating specific design or manufacturing flaws that required manufacturer intervention. Two of these recalls are related to the fuel system, specifically a potential fuel pump failure (Recall 23V-858) that can cause an engine stall and a fuel leak from crossover pipe couplers (Recall 17V-384) which increases fire risk. The third recall (Recall 17V-385) addresses an electrical system issue where road vibrations could cause the high-mounted center brake light to fail, increasing crash risk. Common complaint patterns, despite the low volume, align with the recall issues. One complaint explicitly details a fuel pump module failure leading to an engine stall, mirroring the concern of Recall 23V-858. Another complaint mentions the car losing power and battery issues, which could be related to electrical system vulnerabilities. There's also a complaint about carbon fiber brake rotors cracking, which is not covered by a recall but points to a potential component durability issue. NHTSA crash test ratings are not available for the 2017 Acura NSX, which is common for low-volume, high-performance vehicles, making it difficult to assess its crashworthiness based on standardized tests. Overall, while the low complaint count is positive, the presence of three safety recalls, particularly those concerning fuel system integrity and brake light functionality, highlights specific areas of concern. Buyers should ensure all recall remedies have been performed. The lack of crash test data means real-world crash performance is the primary indicator of safety, and the single reported crash without injuries is a limited data point.

Our recommendation: Given the low complaint volume but critical safety recalls, ensure all recall remedies are confirmed as completed before purchasing a 2017 Acura NSX, and be aware of potential fuel system and brake light issues.