2026 Acura Integra A-Spec Tech Hatchback with a Manual Transmission

 

Highlight: The Integra shares a platform with the Honda Civic.  

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $40,495 (Base – FWD): $34,695

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a backup camera; a blind spot collision avoidance assist; rear cross traffic avoidance; a forward collision braking system; a lane departure warning system; a lane keep assist system a road departure mitigation system; a blind spot information with rear cross traffic monitor; parking sensors (front and rear); tire repair kit; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2025 Acura ADX A-Spec Advance AWD: The Brand’s Newest Compact Addition

 

Highlight: The Acura ADX shares a platform with Honda’s HR-V.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $45,950 (Base – FWD): $36,350

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a backup camera; a blind spot collision avoidance assist; rear cross traffic avoidance; a forward collision braking system; a lane departure warning system; a lane keep assist system a road departure mitigation system; a blind spot information with rear cross traffic monitor; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura Is Recalling 153,000 Older Model MDX Vehicles

 

Vehicle Lighting Failure

Vehicle lights that fail to illuminate can decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V259000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING, INTERIOR LIGHTING

Potential Number of Units Affected 152,800

2024 Acura TLX Type S: The Brand’s Stylish Flagship Performance Sedan

Highlight: Acura engineers retuned the 2024 TLX Type S' Sport+ mode to deliver quicker throttle response.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $59,942 (Base Model Sport Hybrid: $46,595)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; traction control; a forward collision warning system; a collision mitigation braking system; a lane departure warning system; a lane keep assist system; a road departure mitigation system; a radar activated cruise control system; an electronic blind spot system; a lane change alert system; a rear cross traffic monitor; an auto high beam system; a back up camera; hill start assist; a tire pressure monitoring system; and a tire kit

Its Shop Times Mondays: Honda And Acura Are Recalling 1.7 Million Cars For Steering Concerns

 

Difficulty Steering from Steering Gearbox Damage

Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V744000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components STEERING

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,693,199

Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura, Audi, Honda, Porsche And VW Are Recalling Over 2.6 Million 2017 And Newer Model Vehicles

Fuel Pump May Fail

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura, BMW And Honda Are Recalling Over 400,000 Vehicles Due To Engine Concerns

Camshaft Timing Bolts May Loosen Causing Stall

Loose or broken VANOS housing bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000

Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC

Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Potential Number of Units Affected 155,627

Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura And Honda Are Recalling 124,000 Newer Model Vehicles Due To Brake Concerns

 Loose Fastener on Brake Booster Assembly

Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V458000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number of Units Affected 124,077

2023 Acura Integra Manual A-Spec With Tech Package: The Return Of An Iconic Model

 

Highlight: The Integra shares a platform with the Honda Civic.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $37,395 (Base CVT Model: $32,495)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a stability and traction control system; automatic high beams; a blind spot information system a brake assist system; a lane keep assist system; an adaptive cruise control system; a forward collision warning system; a tire pressure monitoring system; parking sensors; a traffic sign recognition system (TSR); a multiview rear camera with dynamic guidelines; a pedestrian detection system; and a rear cross traffic monitor

Acura's Jonathon Rivers Talks To 'Auto Trends' About How The Brand Has Found Its Lane Again

 

Acura's portfolio of vehicles (Photo Credit: JeffCars.com)

Jonathon Rivers joins Auto Trends with JeffCars.com, a syndicated multicultural automotive program, giving us a behind the scenes look at how the Acura brand had to find its way again, determining if it's a luxury brand or something else. Rivers, who is bilingual, gives us an inside peek as to the process the Japanese brand makes in terms of pricing, competitive research and the like when the company executives determine what vehicles are included in Acura's portfolio. 

Preview: The 2023 Acura Integra Is Back (Video)

 

2022 Acura MDX A-Spec SH AWD: The Brand’s Sporty Flagship Crossover

 

Highlight: The three-row crossover is available with a hybrid powertrain.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $58,145 (Base Model: $47,945)

Seating Capacity: 7

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; road departure mitigation; traffic jam assist; traffic sign recognition; pedestrian detection; a driver attention monitor; a radar activated cruise control system; a forward collision warning system; electronic blind spots for exterior mirrors; rear cross traffic monitor in rearview camera; rear camera washer; traction control; a tire pressure monitoring system; a tire repair kit (front wheel drive); hill start assist; and a spare tire (all wheel drive)

Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura And Honda Are Recalling Over 628,000 Vehicles

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V215000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 628,124

2021 Acura TLX SH-AWD Advance: New Design, New Flagship Car

 

Highlight: The TLX is being built in Ohio.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $49,325 (Base Model: $38,525)

Seating Capacity: 5 (a snug 5 seater)

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; vehicle stability control system; forward collision brakes; collision mitigation braking system; a road departure warning system; a radar activated cruise control system; a 360-degree review camera; a hillstart assist system; automatic high beams; a tire pressure monitoring system; and a tire sealant and a repair kit

Standard Equipment (Base FWD): 18-inch wheels; a 10-speed automatic transmission; a dual overhead cam engine; paddle shifters; a 10-inch infotainment screen; a dual zone automatic climate control system; a push button ignition system; leather-like seats; memory driver’s seat; heated front seats; 10-way power front seats; a manual operated tilt/telescopic steering wheel; automatic rearview mirror; remote start entry (front doors); and a power moonroof

Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura And Honda Are Recalling 1.4 Million Vehicles For A Variety Of Potential Safety Issues

1.  Body Control Modules

Various system malfunctions such as inoperative windshield wipers, defroster, rearview camera, or exterior lighting can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V771000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY, VISIBILITY/WIPER, BACK OVER PREVENTION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 737,233

Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura, Honda And VW Vehicles Are Being Recalled

1. Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components AIR BAGS

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,657,813

Summary

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Acura MDX, 2005-2012 RL, 2003-2007 Honda Accord, 2001-2005 Civic, 2003-2005 Civic Hybrid, 2001-2005 Civic GX NGV, 2002-2006 CR-V, 2003-2011 Element, 2007-2008 Fit, 2002-2004 Odyssey, 2003-2008 Pilot, and 2006-2014 Ridgeline vehicles.

Chevys and Hondas are in the Hot Seat for Engine Stalling, Steering Concerns and/or the Potential to Roll Away

1. Lower-Control Arm May Separate From Vehicle

A partial separation of the lower-control arm from the vehicle could cause the attached front wheel to toe outward, impacting the vehicle's handling and steering and increasing the risk of crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V312000

Manufacturer General Motors LLC

Components SUSPENSION

Potential Number of Units Affected 112,958

Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura, Ford, Honda and Mazda are in the Hot Seat

1. Possible Loss of a Tailgate Lid Light

Loss of the taillights reduces the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V256000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Potential Number of Units Affected 322,897

Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura And Honda Are In The Hot Seat

Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode

An explosion of an inflator within the driver frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver, front seat passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V182000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components AIR BAGS

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,108,939

Its Shop Time Mondays: Acura, Ford, Hyundai, Kia And Nissan Are In The Hot Seat

1. Unexpected Transmission Downshift

Unexpectedly downshifting into first gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V075000

Manufacturer Ford Motor Company