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2002 Acura RSX airbags problems

14 complaints (18% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 50,000. 6 crashes reported.

owner complaints
14
of this car's complaints
18%
typical mileage
50,000
crashes
6
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Side/window
    2
  • Frontal
    2
  • Frontal: sensor/control module
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Acura RSX airbags problems in other years

20022003200420052006

Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Acura RSX airbags

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Airbag light 9

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2002 Acura RSX owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 10, 2021 · Airbags, Driver assistance · 227,000 miles · AZ

The light for my air bag is on and the passenger air bag light flickers on too. The cruse control does not work.

Filed May 24, 2010 · Airbags, Seat belts · 91,136 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 acura rsx. While driving at approximately 45 MPH, the SRS service light illuminated on the instrument panel and the front driver side seat belt would not latch. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where the seat belt was replaced. The vehicle was then taken to another independent repair shop where the contact was informed the seat belt would not function in the event of a crash. The vehicle was not repaired for the SRS service light failure. The failure mileage was 91,136 and the current mileage was 92,862.

Filed Aug 1, 2008 · Airbags, Seat belts · 78,000 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 acura rsx. While driving at an unknown speed, the SRS warning light illuminated on the instrument control panel, which indicated that the restraint assembly was inoperative. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 01v166002 (seat belts:front:buckle assembly). The contact would have to replace the wiring harness for the seat belt assembly at the cost of $500. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer would not assume any responsibility because the vehicle exceeded its warranty. The failure mileage was 78,000 and current mileage was 80,000. Update 09/10/08 *cw updated 09/15/08.

Filed Oct 10, 2006 · Airbags, Transmission · 140,000 miles · CA

Dt*: the contact stated the SRS light illuminated which made the contact concerned that the air bags may not deploy in the event of an accident. There was a technical service bulletin #637638. The contact expressed this was safety defect. There also has been trouble with switching gears from first to second gear. It made a grinding sound while going into second gear. This problem developed at 12,7000 miles. The vehicle has not been to a service dealer to address either problem.

Filed Sep 11, 2006 · Airbags · 50,000 miles · WA

Dt*: the contact stated the SRS indicator light illuminated causing the air bags to deactivate. There was a service bulletin released by the manufacturer (tsb # 02-015) indicating the failure was due to a faulty occupant position detection sensor unit. The service dealer and manufacturer were contacted.

Filed Oct 5, 2004 · Airbags · 27,000 miles · NJ · crash · 2 injuries

While driving at 55 MPH, the consumers son was cut off by another motorist. Her son lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a metal divider head on. The vehicle then flipped over and rolled three times, landing on it's roof. None of the frontal air bags, or the side air bags deployed upon impact. The driver and passenger suffered injuries. *jb *nm

Filed May 21, 2004 · Airbags · 27,000 miles · CT · crash · 2 injuries

During a 35 MPH collision front air bags did not deploy. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak

Filed Mar 16, 2004 · Airbags · 24,000 miles · CT · crash · 2 injuries

Airbag did not deploy in head-on collision at 35 MPH+. After collision, the dealer claims that SRS system is "defective" and needs a new part in order for airbags to deploy properly in the future.

Filed Dec 3, 2003 · Airbags, Electrical · IL

Problems with 2002 acura rsx possible lemon law qualifier. *mr the check engine light had come on. The consumer was told that the 02 oxygen sensor was sensitive and was reset but the problem was more than two occasions. There were problems with the locks/keyless entry, and the passenger side airbag light had come on. *scc

Filed Jan 9, 2003 · Airbags · 3,200 miles · CA · crash · 1 injury

While in motion, consumer was rear ended and by a vehicle traveling 100 MPH. The side impact air bags did not deploy. Consumer feels had they gone off it would have prevented the clavicle bone fracture the driver sustained. *jg *jb

Questions about the 2002 Acura RSX airbags

Does the 2002 Acura RSX have airbags problems?

Owners have filed 14 complaints about the airbags of the 2002 Acura RSX, 18% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2002 Acura RSX airbags problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 50,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2002 Acura RSX airbags?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

Other 2002 Acura RSX problems

Transmission 20Engine 17Brakes 6Body 5Fuel system 5Electrical 4Lights 4Seat belts 3Steering 3Seats 2Suspension 2Visibility 2Driver assistance 1Locks 1Tires 1

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