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2023 Acura Integra problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 232 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 9.5 times the median Integra year — the 2023 model ranks #1 of 20 Integra years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: steering issues account for 81% of all reports (188 of 232), far ahead of driver assistance at 16. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

232

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

9

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

7

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2023 compare to other Integra years?

Integra NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted232 complaints1986: 6 complaints1987: 12 complaints1988: 12 complaints1989: 20 complaints1990: 46 complaints1991: 41 complaints1992: 38 complaints1993: 29 complaints1994: 68 complaints1995: 60 complaints1996: 43 complaints1997: 25 complaints1998: 24 complaints1999: 8 complaints2000: 18 complaints2001: 6 complaints2023: 232 complaints2024: 68 complaints2025: 3 complaints2026: 3 complaints
Integra NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Acura Integra problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Steering18881%
Driver Assistance167%
Other73%
Engine52%
Electrical System42%
Transmission31%
Brakes31%
Seat Belts31%
Airbags21%
Body & Structure10%

Does the 2023 Acura Integra have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V744000SteeringOctober 3, 2024 · 1,693,199 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.

Consequence

Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.

23V430000BrakesJune 15, 2023 · 386 units

Defect

Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic, Acura RDX, Acura Integra, and 2022 Honda Accord vehicles. A ball valve in the vehicle stability assist (VSA) modulator may leak brake fluid, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the brake hold feature is engaged or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel.

Consequence

Unintended vehicle movement or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the VSA modulator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are OEJ, XEK, AEY, XEX and OEW.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Steering was sticky, shifty and driver could not recover resulting in loss of control and impact into an electrical pole and total loss of vehicle. Manufacturer and insurance are set to inspect vehicle. Police reported driver at fault as they did not have the mechanical / technical expertise /…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · April 27, 2026 · crash

“In December 2024, I brought my 2023 Acura Integra to the local Acura dealership to address a recall related to a steering gear manufacturing defect, as well as to perform an oil change. The service department at Acura efficiently completed the work on my vehicle in one hour. On December 24, 2024,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · December 24, 2024 · crash

“A drunk driver ran into the back of my car as soon as the light turned green. I just release my break and h9t hit going about 70mph. The airbags never went off at such a great impact. The car was totaled.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 14, 2024 · crash

“Active but slow leak of oil coming from the front of the valve cover of the motor. The leak is leaking from the top down the block and eventually gets burned off or leaks onto the engine mount. The vehicle will be taken to the dealership for this issue and hope to get it looked at soon as the car…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · May 3, 2025

“The brakes squeak and squeal loudly when the car is cold and reversing. I took it to the acura dealership that I bought it from to get it looked at. They were able to reproduce the sound and said the sound was coming from the vsa (vehicle stability assist) . They compared it to a "known good…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 31, 2025

2023 Acura Integra — common questions

Is the 2023 Acura Integra reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 232 complaints put the 2023 model at #1 of 20 Integra years. It is one of the Integra years to avoid.

What are the most common 2023 Integra problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are steering (188 complaints), driver assistance (16 complaints), other (7 complaints).

Does the 2023 Acura Integra have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Acura Integra. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2023 Acura Integra under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Acura Integra years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Integra years to avoid are 2023, 2024, 1994, 1995, 1990, 1996, 1991, 1992. The cleanest record among Integra years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2023 Acura Integra?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2023 Acura Integra earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.