1998 Acura Integra Problems
- Complaints
- 21filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 162,000miles, 3 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
- 24 mpgcombined, 1.8L 4-cyl FWD · 21 city / 29 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1998 Acura Integra (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 21 consumer complaints for the 1998 Acura Integra. The part named most often is electrical system, with 3 complaints (14% of the total), followed by steering (3) and visibility (3). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 162,000 miles. Of all complaints, 7 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury, 2 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 4 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.
- Electrical system3 14%
- Steering3 14%
- Air bags2 9.5%
- Brakes2 9.5%
- Engine cooling2 9.5%
- Suspension2 9.5%
- Equipment1 4.8%
- Seat belts1 4.8%
Also reported: Body and structure (1), Transmission and drivetrain (1), Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “Battery leaks, occurred twice- by seperate units - could have caused fire by burning hole in charcoal canister (post emmissions storage 3-31). Second incident discovered 9-12, could have traumatic impact on ABS motor relay system(wire harness directly under battery mount).”
NHTSA complaint #711313, filed 1999-09Steering: “While following a slight curve the steering wheel locked causing the vehicle to veer to the right of the road and crash against cement blocks which were lined up along the edge of the road, resulting in damages in excess of 5000.00. Acura does not want to be responsible and did not want to fix the problem under warranty.”
NHTSA complaint #743499, filed 2001-04Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “The windshield wipers stopped working while driving in a heavy rain storm. When driver turned iginition off for about 5 minutes the windshield wipers resumed working again and failed a second time. The car has been seen by dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #820695, filed 1998-01Air bags: “While trying to make a slight turn to right, (because of bend in road), the steering locked and then released which caused an over compensation to the right and resulted in a crash into a fence causing extensive property damage. The air bags failed to deploy causing a minor head injury.”
NHTSA complaint #10068146, filed 2004-05Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 134,935 and 179,782 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1998 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 | 29 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Integra FWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 22 | 29 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Integra FWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 22 | 28 | 24 | $3,400 |
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 1998 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. 4 on record; the latest 4 are shown.
- 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…
- 10099960Dec 8, 2015Fuel system. "service bulletin - this bulletin updates the troubleshooting procedures for dtc p1456 (evap control system leakage [fuel tank system]) and dtc p1457 (evap control system leakage[evap canister…
- 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…
- 10012910Feb 1, 2004Air bags. Airbag on off switch.
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 1998 Acura Integra have?
NHTSA recorded 21 consumer complaints for the 1998 Acura Integra as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1998 Acura Integra is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 3 complaints (14% of the total), followed by steering with 3.
Has the 1998 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 1998 Acura Integra get?
The EPA rates the 1998 Acura Integra (Integra, 1.8L 4-cyl) at 24 mpg combined, 21 city and 29 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,800 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1998 Acura Integra reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 162,000 miles and the middle half falls between 134,935 and 179,782 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 28, 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.