1988 Acura Integra Problems
- Complaints
- 9filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 25 mpgcombined, 1.6L 4-cyl FWD · 23 city / 28 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1988 Acura Integra (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 1988 Acura Integra. The part named most often is brakes, with 3 complaints (33% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (2) and visibility (2). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 4 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 2 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes3 33%
- Electrical system1 11%
- Engine cooling1 11%
- Exterior lighting1 11%
- Fuel system1 11%
Example complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “While driving at 25 MPH heater core bursted, causing hot water to flow into the passenger's compartment. Driver sustained 2nd degree burns. Acura has been contacted.”
NHTSA complaint #866571, filed 2000-08Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1988 Acura Integra version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Integra FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 23 | 28 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Integra FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,800 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 95V103001May 24, 1995Seat belts › Front › Buckle assemblyCovers: Acura Integra 1986–1991, Honda Accord 1986–1991, Civic 1986–1991 +3 more
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.
Recall details for the 1988 Acura Integra → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- EA94035Seat belt buckle failureClosed · Oct 27, 1994
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 2 on record; the latest 2 are shown.
- 10190486Mar 12, 2021Suspension, Equipment. 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…
- 10037486Nov 1, 2010Tires. 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…
Other model years of the Acura Integra
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 11 | 26,855 | 1 | 5 | 32 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 64 | 4,558 | 3 | 5 | 32 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 208 | 16,950 | 2 | 5 | 32 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Too new |
| 2001 | 6 | 49,509 | 1 | — | 24 | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 17 | 82,000 | 0 | — | 24 | — | Stable |
| 1999 | 8 | 87,986 | 0 | — | 24 | — | Not enough data |
| 1998 | 21 | 162,000 | 0 | — | 24 | — | Stable |
| 1997 | 22 | 76,000 | 0 | — | 25 | — | Stable |
| 1996 | 36 | 136,500 | 0 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 52 | 112,000 | 0 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 55 | 110,000 | 1 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 21 | 121,500 | 0 | — | 23 | — | Rising |
| 1992 | 28 | 193,000 | 0 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 36 | 145,594 | 1 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 32 | 209,500 | 1 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 16 | 165,000 | 1 | — | 25 | — | Stable |
| 1988 | 9 | — | 1 | — | 25 | — | Not enough data |
| 1987 | 11 | 2 | 3 | — | 25 | — | Not enough data |
| 1986 | 5 | — | 2 | — | 25 | — | Not enough data |
All Acura Integra model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1988 Acura Integra have?
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 1988 Acura Integra as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1988 Acura Integra is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 3 complaints (33% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 2.
Has the 1988 Acura Integra been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1988 Acura Integra get?
The EPA rates the 1988 Acura Integra (Integra, 1.6L 4-cyl) at 25 mpg combined, 23 city and 28 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,700 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.