Hey HT. I've currently got an EM1, and i'm looking to sell it soon. The RSX-S, among many others, is a car I'm considering buying for my price range. I wanted to know if anyone can give me some common problems that they have, and what to look out for when buying one. I like them a lot, but all cars have their quirks. Any input is appreciated.

 

second gear grinds up high and 3rd gear pop outs were a problem years ago.

Also tail light gaskets going out and trunks filling with water surprises people.

Other than that awesome car.

 

If you back it into a tree at 80MPH you'll likely walk away too.... unless you're in the back seat, then RIP.


Almost died riding shotgun with an acquaintance and we both walked away. I was impressed.

 

Bad idles is also a problem, rev up in down and as Type-Spaz said second gear is a prob too

 

EVAP issues if from the rust belt, driver side seat leather literally tearing at the seams, weird electric/whining noises (alternator noise, allegedly alleviated with ground loop suppressing or improving radio grounds), the rear suspension is kind of weird, door lock actuator failures (easy fix, remove and replace)...

The EM1 and the RSX would be similar in terms of reliability... only diff. would be the obvious increase in weight and slightly less attractive aftermarket parts availability... IMO at least.

 

Yeah man rust belt over here.

 

I forgot to say that my problems are for 02-04 RSX's... 05-06 do not have the evap or leather issues from what I can tell

 

door actuators tend to go out easily too