1991 Acura Integra Problems
- Complaints
- 36filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 145,594miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 23 mpgcombined, 1.8L 4-cyl FWD · 21 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1991 Acura Integra (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 36 consumer complaints for the 1991 Acura Integra. The part named most often is seat belts, with 14 complaints (39% of the total), followed by brakes (5) and transmission and drivetrain (4). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 145,594 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 4 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 3 technical service bulletins for this model year. Seat belts complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the buckle assembly and 1 NHTSA investigation filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
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.
- Seat belts14 39%
- Brakes5 14%
- Fuel system3 8.3%
- Electrical system2 5.6%
- Equipment2 5.6%
- Body and structure2 5.6%
- Suspension2 5.6%
- Engine cooling1 2.8%
Also reported: Other or unknown (1), Tires (1).
Example complaints
Seat belts: “When I open the driver's side door, the driver's seat belt retracts forward which is correct. But when I close the door, the driver's seat belt should retract back to me but it doesn't. The seat belt is stuck in the forward position, the red seat belt light is on and there is a constant beeping sounding.”
NHTSA complaint #10969446, filed 2017-03, 116,244 milesBrakes: “Abs anti-lock brakes are inoperable. When consumer was driving there was a clunking noise. But when he applied brakes there was no noise. Pump from the anti-lock brakes needed to be replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #865536, filed 2000-07Transmission and drivetrain: “Problems with interior lights, cassette player and door locks. There were leaks from one of the windows, there was rust on the outside door (by the key hole) and on the bottom of the door. Occasionally when the vehicle was put into reverse, it made a harsh noise.”
NHTSA complaint #10038164, filed 2003-09Fuel system: “Consumer had filled gas tank, and next day car started to hesitate like there was no gas, and then cut off. Currently, it won't start. Took to a mechanic, and he said it was current that going into distributor, but not coming out.”
NHTSA complaint #880486, filed 2001-02Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 116,244 and 152,651 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1991 Acura Integra. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Integra · sedan | not rated | – / 4 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1991 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 | 1.8L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Integra FWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,900 |
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 1991 Acura Integra → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- EA94035Seat belt buckle failureClosed · Oct 27, 1994
- PE91069Speed control failureClosed · Apr 26, 1991
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. 3 on record; the latest 3 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…
- 10165333Jul 11, 2019Suspension. This SKU is a Front Upper Ball Joint. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for the outer diameter of the ball joint housing being too small. The outer diameter…
- 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 1991 Acura Integra have?
NHTSA recorded 36 consumer complaints for the 1991 Acura Integra as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1991 Acura Integra is reported most often?
Seat belts is named most often, in 14 complaints (39% of the total), followed by brakes with 5.
Has the 1991 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 1991 Acura Integra get?
The EPA rates the 1991 Acura Integra (Integra, 1.8L 4-cyl) at 23 mpg combined, 21 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,900 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1991 Acura Integra reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 145,594 miles and the middle half falls between 116,244 and 152,651 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. 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.