1995 Acura Legend Problems
- Complaints
- 15filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles, 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
- 19 mpgcombined, 3.2L 6-cyl FWD · 17 city / 22 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1995 Acura Legend (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 15 consumer complaints for the 1995 Acura Legend. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 3 complaints (20% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (3) and steering (2). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 33% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 60,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns 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.
- Engine cooling3 20%
- Steering2 13%
- Tires2 13%
- Air bags1 6.7%
- Brakes1 6.7%
- Electrical system1 6.7%
- Other or unknown1 6.7%
- Seat belts1 6.7%
Also reported: Body and structure (1), Suspension (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “I have owned 2 Acura legends 1992 & 1995. Failure of radiator top tank $600 repair on both at apprx 75,000 miles. Scalding or stranding can occur. I understand that it is a common failure in honda radiators.”
NHTSA complaint #763539, filed 2002-06Transmission and drivetrain: “Rear transmission mount,causing vibration in entire car,steering pull,and loud noises.I would like to add my list of names to get a recall on this item and have dealer replacements,and or reinbursements.”
NHTSA complaint #10056642, filed 2004-02, 38,450 milesSteering: “Power door locks will unlock repeatedly without any action from the passengers. This happens when the car is moving and when it is unoccupied. This condition has caused alarm to sound falsely. Previously, the drivers side lock would not unlock any of the doors when trying to exit the car. From NHTSA's data and other auto websites it appears that this is a consistent safety problem with these cars.”
NHTSA complaint #741754, filed 2001-03Mileage when problems were reported
33% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 38,450 and 190,000 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 1995 Acura Legend. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legend · sedan | not rated | 3 / 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 1995 Acura Legend 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legend FWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,350 |
| Legend FWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,350 |
| Legend FWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | 6-speed manual | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,350 |
| Legend FWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 21 | 18 | $4,550 |
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 1995 Acura Legend 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. 2 on record; the latest 2 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…
- 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 Legend
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 15 | 60,000 | 0 | — | 19 | — | Stable |
| 1994 | 21 | 99,000 | 0 | — | 19 | — | Stable |
| 1993 | 25 | 180,175 | 0 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1992 | 75 | 198,000 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 117 | 115,780 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 36 | 115,290 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 34 | 167,000 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 33 | 195,000 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1987 | 9 | 148,900 | 1 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 1986 | 17 | 163,051 | 1 | — | 20 | — | Stable |
All Acura Legend model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1995 Acura Legend have?
NHTSA recorded 15 consumer complaints for the 1995 Acura Legend as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1995 Acura Legend is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 3 complaints (20% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 3.
Has the 1995 Acura Legend 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 1995 Acura Legend get?
The EPA rates the 1995 Acura Legend (Legend, 3.2L 6-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 17 city and 22 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,350 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1995 Acura Legend reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 60,000 miles and the middle half falls between 38,450 and 190,000 miles; 33% 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.