How common are suspension problems on the 2005 Acura RSX?

NHTSA lists 16 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2005 RSX, which is 50% of all 32 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2005 Acura RSX suspension?

No. NHTSA lists no related recalls for the Suspension, Wheels & Tires area on the 2005 RSX.

At what mileage do these suspension issues show up?

The median mileage at failure among reported complaints is 1,050 miles, meaning many owners noticed problems very early in ownership.

Did any suspension complaints involve crashes?

Yes, NHTSA recorded 2 crashes tied to Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints on the 2005 RSX, including one from a tire blowout at highway speed.

How does 2005 compare to other RSX model years for this problem?

The 2006 RSX had 5 complaints in this area (21% share), while 2007 and 2008 had none, showing the issue was concentrated mainly in the 2005 model year.

2005 Acura RSX Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

Owners filed 16 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2005 Acura RSX, 50% of all 32 complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 1,050. No related recalls exist for this area.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 16; 50% of 32 complaints
All complaints this year: 32
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 1,050 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Front suspension makes a popping, clunking, or clicking noise when turning the steering wheel at low speeds, often appearing within the first few hundred miles.
Front right strut or spring assembly was replaced but the noise returned days later, described as a rubbing or clunking sound.
A tire blew out at highway speed, causing loss of control and a crash with front-end and wheel damage.
Rear wheel alignment issues, including excessive toe-in, caused the vehicle to pull to one side when braking on the freeway.
Dealers repeatedly told owners the suspension noise was normal or could not be duplicated, even as the noise grew louder over time.

When 2005 Acura RSX suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 13, 2005, latest May 2, 2013.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2005 to May 2013; peak Aug 2005 (7).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2005 Acura RSX

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by RSX model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200516 (50%)
20065 (21%)
20070 (0%)
20080 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are suspension problems on the 2005 Acura RSX?: NHTSA lists 16 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2005 RSX, which is 50% of all 32 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2005 Acura RSX suspension?: No. NHTSA lists no related recalls for the Suspension, Wheels & Tires area on the 2005 RSX.
At what mileage do these suspension issues show up?: The median mileage at failure among reported complaints is 1,050 miles, meaning many owners noticed problems very early in ownership.
Did any suspension complaints involve crashes?: Yes, NHTSA recorded 2 crashes tied to Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints on the 2005 RSX, including one from a tire blowout at highway speed.
How does 2005 compare to other RSX model years for this problem?: The 2006 RSX had 5 complaints in this area (21% share), while 2007 and 2008 had none, showing the issue was concentrated mainly in the 2005 model year.