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2002 Acura RSX repairs by problem area
Engine (24%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (12%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)
Other (7%)
Chart based on 83 repairs.
2002 Acura RSX repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (14%)
$100 - $499 (42%)
< $100 (36%)
Chart based on 66 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2002 Acura RSX
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| Acura in Ontario, Canada Mar 2009 - Apr 2009 | |||
| Apr 200967580 mi | Alternator repaired. | ||
2002 Acura RSX 2dr Hatch
200-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Acura RSX in Colorado, United States Feb 2014 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Apr 2014152000 miUS $28 | Drivers leather seat came apart at seam in middle of seat cushion. Pulled the seat and stitched the seam. Door actuator on drivers side no longer lowered the lock. Replaced the actuator. | ||
| Nov 2016189000 mi | Clutch is slipping. Not repaired yet | ||
| Apr 2017189000 miUS $140 | Clutch was slipping bad enough that it was not safe to drive. Started project back in December last year. It is very difficult to reattach the transmission back to the engine. Replaced clutch disc, pressure plate, throw out baring and pilot baring. Also had a machine shop resurface the flywheel. | ||
| Jul 2018201000 miUS $375 | Timing chain skipped 2 teeth due to never being replaced and car would not start. Replaced timing chain, tensioner, and guides. | ||
| Acura RSX in California, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Dec 201078000 miUS $89 | Broken windshield washer nozzle replaced | ||
| Aug 201398000 miUS $300 | Leather seat cushions reupholstered because of tear in leather on driver's side. Both driver and passenger seats reupholstered (bottom only) and foam replaced. | ||
| Mar 2014102000 miUS $100 | Transistor that controls HVAC fan needed replacement. | ||
| Dec 2016123000 mi | Corrosion at battery terminals prevented proper charging. 4-year-old battery replaced because it had less than 400 cold cranking amps | ||
| Apr 2017127500 miUS $30 | Passenger side headlight had died. Both front headlights replaced, which required removal of the front bumper. | ||
| Jun 2017129000 miUS $35 | Water was seeping into rear cargo area/spare tire well. Seals for rear taillights replaced. Random electrical problems: brake light stays on after handbrake is released, windshield wipers not swiping after spritzing washer fluid on the windshield. The multiplex control unit (aka fuse box) replaced. Keyless door lock/unlock not working. Driver's side door lock actuator replaced. | ||
| Acura RSX in California, United States Nov 2010 - Oct 2022 | |||
| Dec 201073000 miUS $840 | One oxygen sensor failed. Mechanic said other sensor was failing. Replaced both sensors. | ||
| Feb 2016110000 miUS $150 | Windshield washer motor failed. It was replaced. | ||
| May 2022140000 miUS $1000 | new ac compressor | ||
| Acura RSX in Washington, United States Apr 2015 - May 2015 | |||
| May 2015150000 miUS $500 | Failed clutch slave cyclinder | ||
| Acura RSX in Florida, United States Mar 2013 - Jun 2013 | |||
| Jun 2013147000 mi | Clutch was slipping, new owner contacted me after selling to inform me that the clutch went out. | ||
| Acura RSX in Minnesota, United States Jul 2009 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Oct 2009133000 miUS $84 | I noticed the brake master cylinder was leaking a little on the power booster. Braking still worked fine, just better safe than sorry I say. I noticed the brake master cylinder was leaking a little on the power booster. Braking still worked fine, just better safe than sorry I say. | ||
| Jan 2011156000 miUS $200 | The bottom driver's seat frame rail was wobbly after a track event. I also replaced a worn out bottom cushion. I bought the parts online and DIY. I also installed a seat heater while I was at it because I really wanted one in MN. The bottom driver's seat frame rail was wobbly after a track event. I also replaced a worn out bottom cushion. I bought the parts online and DIY. I also installed a seat heater while I was at it because I really wanted one in MN. | ||
| Mar 2011159000 miUS $45 | Wind noise from driver's door. Per advice of mechanic I DIY replaced the Window "Run Channel" 72275-s6m-003 for $45.00. Lubed with silicone grease. | ||
| Acura RSX in California, United States Jan 2009 - Feb 2015 | |||
| Jun 2009154000 miUS $400 | Torn engine mounts. Replaced with aftermarket mounts, OEM ones would have cost 2-3 times as much at the dealer for parts and labor. | ||
| Oct 2010175000 miUS $300 | Replaced clutch master cylinder. Old one was failing and was not fully disengaging clutch. | ||
| Sep 2011185000 miUS $300 | Crack in radiator noticed, radiator and radiator fans were replaced. | ||
| Jun 2012191000 miUS $250 | Brake calipers piston were not reacting properly, leading to uneven brake wear, poor gas mileage, and causing the car to pull to one side under braking. The front calipers were replaced with remanufactured ones. | ||
| Mar 2014206000 miUS $400 | Front lower control arm bushings torn. Arms were replaced because it was cheaper than labor cost to press out the bushings. | ||
| Acura RSX in British Columbia, Canada Apr 2008 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Nov 200874400 miC $230 | clutch slave blew up while driving | ||
| Aug 201383700 miC $30 | windshield washer stopped working replaced it | ||
| Apr 2015107880 miC $40 | driverside door actuator passenger side door lock actuator | ||
| Acura RSX in Ohio, United States Jun 2017 - Jan 2019 | |||
| Jul 2017241000 miUS $485 | New timing chain, tensioner & guides, new starter due to corroded ground wire, valve cover, intake manifold and throttle body gaskets, because had to remove parts to get to timing chain and starter | ||
| Aug 2017242000 miUS $190 | New rear 02 sensor, used OEM cat back exhaust system, gaskets, installation labor. New Magnaflow catalytic converter | ||
| Aug 2018251900 miUS $205 | New tie rod ends, stabilizer links FR & RR, New strut mounts New passenger axle seal | ||
| Acura RSX in New York, United States - Jul 2008 | |||
| Jul 200883000 miUS $200 | Replaced primary oxygen sensor. | ||
2002 Acura RSX 2dr Hatch
160-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Acura RSX in New Mexico, United States Dec 2012 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Jan 2015117500 miUS $2000 | a/c was not blowing cold air, airbag sensor messed up. car doors would not lock and unlock. | ||
| Acura RSX in Virginia, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Oct 200960000 miUS $500 | had to replace O2 sensor | ||
| Acura RSX in Illinois, United States Dec 2008 - May 2017 | |||
| Jun 2014104000 miUS $229 | Creaking sounds coming from front. Sway bar links replaced. One side was broken and the other was close to breaking. | ||
| Acura RSX in Alberta, Canada Mar 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 201160140 mi | o2 sensor rear brakes | ||
| May 201266960 miC $250 | The door would not lock with the remote, only forced manually with the key. Door latch mechanism replaced. | ||
| Sep 201271300 miC $200 | 02 sensor Second one in 14 months. | ||
| Acura RSX in Connecticut, United States Dec 2010 - May 2015 | |||
| Feb 201192000 mi | CEL On. Found Bad 02 Sensor. Replaced Sensor. | ||
| Jun 201196000 miUS $267 | Automatic transmission occassionally hanging/not upshifting properly. Technician could not replicate. | ||
| Jul 2013122500 miUS $246 | CEL code P1259. Replaced VTEC spool valve assembly. | ||
| Mar 2014133000 miUS $389 | Right front strut leaked out all of its oil. Also found left strut to be leaking some. Replaced both front struts. Left front brake pads binding to rotor and not releasing. Found brake caliper seized. Replaced caliper, both front brake pads and hardware. Machined both front rotors | ||
| Aug 2014145000 miUS $1053 | D light flashing. Found 3rd oil pressure switch failure. Replaced switch, $205.19. SRS light on. Found seat belt buckle air bag sensor bad. Replaced seat belt buckle. Noisy serpentine belt/pulley. Found belt tensioner worn. Replaced belt and tensioner. | ||
| Dec 2014152000 miUS $58 | Bearings on heater blower motor worn and making a ton of noise. Replaced blower motor | ||
2002 Acura RSX 2dr Hatch
160-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Acura RSX in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2016 - Apr 2018 | |||
| Dec 2016113000 miUS $24 | Tail light gaskets needed replacing. | ||
| Acura RSX in Ontario, Canada Apr 2015 - May 2015 | |||
| May 2015135160 mi | Power door lock | ||
| Acura RSX in Washington, United States Jun 2011 - Sep 2013 | |||
| Oct 2012226000 miUS $26 | Clutch slave cylinder was leaking fluid and I replaced it myself in about 1 hour. It costed just $25.00. | ||
| Acura RSX in Alberta, Canada Jul 2009 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Apr 201098580 miC $400 | Left lower ball joint cover had a tear - the only way to fix it is to replace the ball joint | ||
| Dec 2011122760 miC $900 | Door locks do not work The trunk struts failed so need to replace both the struts that hold up the trucnk. TPS, oil sensor | ||
| Mar 2015164920 miC $200 | air did not come through the vents- need to replace an electrical component rear sway bar replaced | ||
| Acura RSX in California, United States Apr 2009 - Mar 2011 | |||
| May 2009102000 miUS $30 | Window auto up functionality is broken. Cannot auto roll up. I did the work myself by re-greasing window rails and window regulator. Problem came back after 1 week. Unsuccessful repair. | ||
| Oct 2010120000 miUS $1800 | Replaced A/C clutch and associated parts. Replaced faulty passenger door lock. Completed routine 90K and 120K mile service. | ||
| Acura RSX in Minnesota, United States Aug 2014 - Nov 2014 | |||
| Aug 2014114000 mi | water leaking through old taillight gaskets--need to take car in for service. | ||
| Acura RSX in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2010 - Nov 2012 | |||
| Mar 201166000 miUS $150 | driver side power lock actuator leaky power steering hose | ||
| Aug 201275000 mi | Check engine light from Knock Sensor circuit. Turned out to be loose ground from ECU to engine block. (one wire knock sensor grounds thru threads in block | ||
| Acura RSX in California, United States Jun 2011 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Oct 2014123300 miUS $897 | Shift lever had broken completely into two pieces, so it was replaced. | ||
| Acura RSX in California, United States Nov 2002 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Apr 20025000 mi | Leather on driver seat was coming out from under head rest. Repaired under warranty. | ||
| Sep 201067500 miUS $691 | Starter replaced | ||
| Nov 2012104000 miUS $850 | Replaced starter | ||
| Apr 2013111000 miUS $159 | Primary O2 sensor failed after ten and a half years. $159 part and an easy DIY job was all it took to fix. | ||
| Jun 2013115000 miUS $1493 | A/C unit blew up, literally had a hole in the unit. Repair required complete replacement. | ||
2002 Acura RSX 2dr Hatch
| Acura RSX in Illinois, United States Jan 2017 - Jul 2017 | |||
| Feb 2017243000 miUS $600 | Broke an axle racing/ tore three motor mounts also. And the ball joints was flat wore out eating my tires up | ||
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