2000 Honda S2000 Problems
- Complaints
- 40filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 38,500miles, 16 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 20 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl RWD · 18 city / 23 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2000 Honda S2000 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 40 consumer complaints for the 2000 Honda S2000. The part named most often is exterior lighting, with 8 complaints (20% of the total), followed by visibility (8) and body and structure (7). 16 of the complaints include a mileage, and 69% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 38,500 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 4 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 22 technical service bulletins for this model year. Exterior lighting complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign 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.
- Exterior lighting8 20%
- Body and structure7 18%
- Engine cooling5 13%
- Seat belts4 10%
- Air bags3 7.5%
- Electrical system2 5.0%
- Fuel system2 5.0%
- Brakes1 2.5%
Also reported: Equipment (1), Other or unknown (1), Steering (1), Suspension (1), Tires (1).
Example complaints
Exterior lighting: “I am the original owner of a 2000 Honda S2000...this past month I replaced the headlight assemblies for both headlights because the plastic shields which protect the lights had deteriorated so much that virtually no light was emitting from the headlights and the part which was the problem (the plastic lens cover or shield)cannot be replaced as a separate part..you must purchase the complete headlight assembly from Honda...as there are no after market alternative parts...the cost for the headlight assemblies was $1,100 plus taxes...again nothing else other than the encasements were…”
NHTSA complaint #10264487, filed 2009-04, 82,000 milesVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “The rear plastic window became opaque and yellow, to the point where 3 years after buying the car, you could not see through it at all. This made the car dangerous to drive when the convertible top was not down, because rear visibility was only through the side mirrors. While I would consider a functional rear window to be a major safety issue, Honda refused to replace it, saying my warranty did not apply to upholstery . I attempted to clean it with various window cleaners, and while they helped restore opacity, they did not restore transparency or visibility.”
NHTSA complaint #10104096, filed 2004-12, 22,000 milesBody and structure: “While driving my S2000 and turning on curvy roads the vehicle would not turn correctly and ended up in a field to the side of the road. We noticed the upper control arm spot weld broke free meaning the upper suspension mount was not connected and caused the incident. …”
NHTSA complaint #11338343, filed 2020-07, 79,520 milesEngine cooling: “Dip stick showed good oil level. However, upon driving it one day the engine blew and the low oil warning light did not come on. Engine consumed oil enough that it threw a rod bearing. Replaced the bearings and it ran about 24 miles and it happened again. This time it destroyed the crank in number 2 cylinder. Honda corp. Wasn't very friendly about the problem but there seems to be a problem with oil distribution in this car.”
NHTSA complaint #10233734, filed 2008-07, 27,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
69% of the 16 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 27,000 and 55,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2000 Honda S2000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2000 RWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 18 | 23 | 20 | $4,100 |
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
- 04V257000Jun 1, 2004Exterior lighting › Tail lightsCovers: Honda S2000 2000
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the lens of the side marker lamp and side reflex reflector in the tail lamp assembly were…
- 00V316000Oct 10, 2000Seat belts › Front › RetractorCovers: Honda S2000 2000
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Under certain conditions, the seat belt retractor can deform and cause complete or frequent locking of the retractor. As a result, the seat belts cannot be pulled out of the retractor and cannot be used.
- 00V016000Jan 24, 2000Seat belts › Front › AnchorageCovers: Honda S2000 2000
Vehicle description: convertible passenger vehicles. When the convertible top is down and the seat is pushed all the way back, the seat belts may not retract properly resulting in slack in the seat belts.
Recall details for the 2000 Honda S2000 → · Check a 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. 22 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10186009Jan 23, 2021Equipment. "Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant Gas Leak Detector -Ultrasonic Leak Detector -Leak Dye"
- 10053545Aug 9, 2013Engine cooling, Fuel system. Honda: troubleshooting of diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p1456 and p1457. Dealers are to run evap function test to find if there is a leak so the vehicle can be repaired.
- 10025523May 31, 2008Equipment. Load carrying capacity reduced label for all honda vehicles.
- 10018868Dec 16, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission grinds at shifts, skip shifting.
- 10018471Sep 1, 2005Engine cooling. Engine oil cooler center bolt torque spec.
- 10016342Apr 1, 2005Engine cooling. Engine falters, no power, won't rev over 7,000 rpm. Honda servicenews.
- 10014737Jan 1, 2005Suspension. Creak of grunt from rear of vehicle at low speeds.
- 10018085Dec 16, 2004Transmission and drivetrain. Rear axle creak or grunt noise at low speeds.
- 10017042Dec 3, 2004Engine cooling. Intermittent hesitation during hard acceleration.
- 10014479Oct 16, 2004Equipment. Headrest speaker installation.
Other model years of the Honda S2000
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 10 | 19,500 | 2 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 15 | 55,000 | 0 | — | 20 | — | Stable |
| 2004 | 5 | 25,000 | 0 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 8 | 18,000 | 0 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 10 | 26,051 | 0 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 13 | 45,000 | 0 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 40 | 38,500 | 3 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000 Honda S2000 have?
NHTSA recorded 40 consumer complaints for the 2000 Honda S2000 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2000 Honda S2000 is reported most often?
Exterior lighting is named most often, in 8 complaints (20% of the total), followed by visibility with 8.
Has the 2000 Honda S2000 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2000 Honda S2000 get?
The EPA rates the 2000 Honda S2000 (S2000, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 20 mpg combined, 18 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,100 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2000 Honda S2000 reported?
Among the 16 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 38,500 miles and the middle half falls between 27,000 and 55,000 miles; 69% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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.