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#BS-1986-ACUINT-17A2

1986 Acura IntegraProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 6 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
6
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Recalls
2
TSBs
2
✅

Preliminary Verdict

Green Light

Based on 6 complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 2 recalls.

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the Seat Belts:front:buckle AssemblyHIGH

2 owners reported seat belts:front:buckle assembly issues.

!Inspect the Power Train:axle AssemblyMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly (2 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly2 (33%)
Power Train:axle Assembly1 (17%)
Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support Device/strut1 (17%)
Structure:frame And Members1 (17%)
Suspension:front:control Arm:upper Ball Joint1 (17%)

1986 Acura Integra: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly Issues

Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly complaints account for 33% of all reports filed for the 1986 Acura Integra, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA.

Power Train:axle Assembly Issues

Power Train:axle Assembly complaints account for 17% of all reports filed for the 1986 Acura Integra, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to power train:axle assembly-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support Device/strut Issues

Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support Device/strut complaints account for 17% of all reports filed for the 1986 Acura Integra, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support device/strut-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Structure:frame And Members Issues

Structure:frame And Members complaints account for 17% of all reports filed for the 1986 Acura Integra, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to structure:frame and members-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

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Recall History (2 recalls)

88V180000Nov 1988

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

UNDER HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTACT UNIT COULD LOOSEN AND BECOME DISLODGED.

95V103001May 1995

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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NHTSA Defect Investigations (2)

All closed. Investigations are how NHTSA decides whether a defect needs a recall.

EA89005ClosedOpened Nov 1988 · closed Nov 1989

FUEL SYSTEM VENTING

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES

EA94035ClosedOpened Oct 1994 · closed Jul 1995

SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

The worst model year for the Acura Integra is the 2023 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

1986 Acura Integra vs. Class Average (Subcompact Cars)

This vehicle

6

Class avg

9

Below the class average — fewer complaints than typical subcompact cars vehicles. A good sign.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 6 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026.

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1986 Acura Integra: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 1986 Acura Integra?
The most commonly reported issue with the 1986 Acura Integra is related to the seat belts:front:buckle assembly, with 2 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 1986 Acura Integra reliable?
The 1986 Acura Integra has 6 complaints, 0 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is below the class average — a positive sign for reliability.
How much does it cost to fix 1986 Acura Integra problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 1986 Acura Integra have any recalls?
Yes, the 1986 Acura Integra has 2 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Acura Integra problems start?
Mileage data is limited for this vehicle. The full report analyzes available data to identify failure patterns by mileage range.
When was the 1986 Acura Integra data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 4, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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