1992 Acura Integra Problems
- Complaints
- 28filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 193,000miles, 7 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns 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, 1.7L 4-cyl FWD · 21 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1992 Acura Integra (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 28 consumer complaints for the 1992 Acura Integra. The part named most often is electrical system, with 8 complaints (29% of the total), followed by engine cooling (5) and seat belts (5). 7 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 193,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 2 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 3 technical service bulletins for this model year.
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.
- Electrical system8 29%
- Engine cooling5 18%
- Seat belts5 18%
- Brakes4 14%
- Tires2 7.1%
- Equipment1 3.6%
- Fuel system1 3.6%
- Other or unknown1 3.6%
- Seats1 3.6%
Also reported: Steering (1), Suspension (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “Replaced distrubitor, cap(2)times,rotor(2)times,coil,spark plug wires(2)times,battery(2)times,radiator(2)times and radiator cap. Also wore rear tires was told by mechanic it was my trailor arm bushings had those replaced afterwards went to go get it aligned they said I needed to take it to a frame shop.back rear tire was still kicked out. I also had the cv joints replaced (2)times the first time I drove home 80 miles to where I had car serviced to find out that transmission fluid leaked all over ground. …”
NHTSA complaint #10032647, filed 2003-08Engine cooling: “Car kept dying when slowing down in traffic. Battery working, ignition not turning over and steering wheel/transmission locked up. Have taken it to mechanics for same problem a dozen times and spent $1,848.52 total. They keep saying they found the problem, but car is even today continuing with same problem. My last 2 cars have been honda/Acura's. Will never buy one again. My daughter also has an Acura and has overheating problems and the same story, puts lots of money into repairs and mechanics tell her the car is fixed and it still isn't.”
NHTSA complaint #10070113, filed 2004-01, 145,000 milesSeat belts: “The contact owns a 1992 Acura Integra. When the contact started the ignition, the seat belt retractor mechanism malfunctioned. The seat belt was unable to retract and the corresponding warning light illuminated on the instrument panel until the engine was turned off. The vehicle was taken to the authorized dealer and they stated that the part for the repair was no longer available. They also advised the contact to purchase a used part and then they would repair the failure for free. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 220,000. …”
NHTSA complaint #10239413, filed 2008-08, 220,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “My car has a noticeable vibration in the engine when idling down, but a tremendous vibration when in reverse and when the A/C is on. It also has a vibration when it is down shifting to second gear. I have had all of my motor mounts replaced as recommended by the Acura dealer. I have had my car checked numerous times, to be told by the technicians that they have no clue as to why the car is still vibrating. If you offer and explanation or advice as to how to handle this, it would be greatly appreciated. This is a problem that has existed unresolved for the last past two years. Thank you.”
NHTSA complaint #703232, filed 1999-02Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 7 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 145,000 and 199,010 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 1992 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 1992 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 | 1.7L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,550 |
| Integra FWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Integra FWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 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
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1992 Acura Integra in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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 1992 Acura Integra have?
NHTSA recorded 28 consumer complaints for the 1992 Acura Integra as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1992 Acura Integra is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 8 complaints (29% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 5.
Has the 1992 Acura Integra been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1992 Acura Integra get?
The EPA rates the 1992 Acura Integra (Integra, 1.7L 4-cyl) at 23 mpg combined, 21 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1992 Acura Integra reported?
Among the 7 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 193,000 miles and the middle half falls between 145,000 and 199,010 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 29, 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.