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2023 Acura Integra Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

100/100

#1 most-complained of 3 Integra years

The 2023 Acura Integra ranks worst (1st) among 3 model years for reported problems, with 208 complaints and a complaint index of 100. Steering issues dominate, accounting for 189 complaints (91% share) and 3 crashes, tied to a steering recall.

Complaints
208
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
5 / 0
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
32
29 city / 36 hwy

Top 2023 Acura Integra problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Steering189 (91%)
  2. Lane Departure12 (6%)
  3. Other8 (4%)
  4. Engine5 (2%)
  5. Electrical System4 (2%)
  6. Collision Avoidance & Cameras4 (2%)
  7. Brakes3 (1%)
  8. Seat Belts3 (1%)
  9. Transmission & Powertrain3 (1%)
  10. Airbags2 (1%)

What owners report

  • Steering wheel can spin a full 360 degrees during a turn at 30-35 mph, causing loss of control.
  • Some drivers report the steering becomes sticky or resistant to small movements at cruising speeds around 45 mph, requiring extra force to turn.
  • Owners of manual and CVT models report the engine and electrical system suddenly shut off while driving, sometimes repeatedly, described as a hard reset.
  • The rear middle seat belt has been reported to get stuck and not release.
  • Adaptive cruise control has been reported to brake suddenly with a large gap still ahead of the vehicle.
  • Blind spot monitoring has been reported to trigger alerts for vehicles that are not actually present in the blind spot.
2023 Acura Integra complaints: complaints filed per month49Dec 2022Jun 2023Nov 2023Apr 2024Oct 2024Jun 2025Apr 2026
235 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Dec 2023 (49).

2023 Acura Integra recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 24V744000Oct 3, 2024Steering1,693,199 vehicles

    Steering

    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.

    Risk: 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.

  2. NHTSA 23V430000Jun 15, 2023Brakes386 vehicles

    Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module

    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.

    Risk: 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.

2023 Acura Integra fuel economy and fuel cost

City
29 MPG
Highway
36 MPG
Combined
32 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,500
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2023 compared with other Integra years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100202320242025
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2023No verdict100208232
2024No verdict5063331
2025No verdict09131

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Acura Integra reliable?
NHTSA data shows the 2023 Integra has 208 complaints and ranks worst (1st) among the 3 model years with data, driven mainly by steering complaints.
What is the main problem with the 2023 Acura Integra?
Steering is the top problem area, making up 189 of 208 complaints (91%) and linked to 3 crashes, with a median failure mileage of 16,950 miles.
Does the 2023 Acura Integra have a steering recall?
Yes. Recall 24V744000 covers a steering worm gear spring issue, and recall 23V430000 addresses a brake fluid leak from the VSA modulator ball valve.
How does the 2023 Integra compare to other years?
The 2023 model has a complaint index of 100, higher than the 2024 model's 50 and the 2025 model's 0, making it the worst-ranked year among the three.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.