1993 Honda Del sol problems
The Honda CR-X del Sol (marketed in other markets as the Honda Civic del Sol, Honda del Sol and the Honda CRX) is a two-seater targa-top car manufactured by Honda from 1992 until 1998. Despite the body resemblance to a mid-engine car design, the del Sol is based on the front-engined Honda Civic platform and was the successor to the Honda CR-X.
The Spanish name del Sol translates to of the sun, and refers to the car's opening roof. The del Sol featured a removable aluminum hardtop that stowed onto a hinged frame in the trunk and a motorized drop-down rear window. Manual and automatic "TransTop" roofs were available in select markets. It is the first open-air Honda sold in the United States.
Production and sales ended with the 1997 model in North America and 1998 elsewhere.
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Common 1993 Honda Del sol problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Honda Del Sol 1993, several common problems have been identified:
- Rust Issues:
- Rust on the rear quarters above the rocker panel and/or above the wheel well lip on both sides.
- Rust on the door jamb at the spot welds for the door striker.
- Interior Wear and Tear:
- Center console doors may not operate, and parts could be missing (Radio door, ashtray door, cup holder door, rear console doors/lock).
- Drivers seat outside bolsters may break down or wear out, depending on usage.
- Door armrest vinyl may shrink, pull away, or crack, especially where arms naturally rest on the door panels.
- Roof and Door Seal Maintenance:
- Roof panel and door seals/rubbers are often not well-maintained, leading to cracks and missing chunks.
- Water Leakage:
- Trunk water leaks can occur due to seals on the rear sail panels or tail lights going bad.
- Water may also leak into the rear cabin, potentially causing a musty smell.
- Antenna Issues:
- Antennas being broken off is a common problem, and replacing them can be challenging due to their location.
- Paint Fading:
- Paint fading, especially on red and black colors, is a common issue that affects the car's appearance.
- Transmission Problems:
- 3rd gear grind, especially when cold, is somewhat common on 5-speed cars where the transmission is old or mistreated. Shift forks can get bent from abuse, leading to an expensive fix due to labor involved.
These issues highlight the importance of regular maintenance and care for the Honda Del Sol 1993 to prevent or address these common problems effectively.
Does 1993 Honda Del Sol have VTEC?
Featuring a removable targa top, a slick-shifting five-speed manual, and a high-winding VTEC engine, the Civic-based Del Sol arrived as a 1993 model ready to take on the budget roadster market.
What is a 93 Honda Del Sol worth?
*Estimated payments based on Kelley Blue Book® Fair Purchase Price of $2,669 at 3.19% APR for 60 months with $500 down for well-qualified buyers.
How fast is a 1993 Honda Del Sol?
However if there is one place the Del Sol Trails the CRX. It is in handling characteristics. Have been softened for more of a touring ride than a taunt sporty one there is a good amount of body roll.
Why did they stop making Honda Del Sol?
There were several reasons why Honda stopped making the Del Sol, such as: Plummeting of Sales: Sales started going down for the Del Sol around the middle of the 1990s when the Mazda Miata and other cars that competed with it became more popular comparatively.
1993 Honda Del sol car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Honda Del sol problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Structure problems
- Air bags problems
- Seat belts problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Fuel system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1993 Honda Del sol vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1993 Honda Del sol complaints
The NHTSA has received 22 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1993 Honda Del sol.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-07
- VIN: JHMEH6266PS
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: THE BRAKE PROPORTIONING VALVE IS FAILING, THIS PART DELIVERS BREAKING FLUID TI EACH BREAK. THE DEALER CAN NOT GET THE PART, I HAVE TRIED TO FIND IT ON THE INTERNET WITH NOT LUCK. SINCE THIS IS CRITICAL TO SAFETY I SHOULD NOT DRIVE THE CAR, HOWEVER AT TIMES I MUST. THE CAR HAS ABOUT 165,000 MILES. THEY HAVE TO PROVIDE SAFETY BELTS FOR LIFE, WHY NOT BREAK SYSTEMS? SINCE IT WAS IN FOR SERVICE THIS CAME UP, NO INCIDENT HAPPENED
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-03-12
- VIN: JHMEG1143PS
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TARGA TOP AND WINDOWS LEAK WHEN IT RAINS AND CREAKING NOISE FROM ROOF WHILE DRIVING. THE CREAKING NOISE IS VERY ANNOYING AND THE LEAKING WATER CAUSES MY INTERIOR TO SMELL PRETTY BAD. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-13
- VIN: JHMEH6160PS
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: DT: THE CALLER WOULD LIKE TO REPORT ODOMERTER FRAUD 1993 HONDA DELSOL. THE CALLER STATES THAT SHE NOTICED THAT ON THE CARFAX REPORT HER CAR THAT SHE JUST BOUGHT ON JULY 13, 2005 HAD 140,000 MILES ON IT. BUT IT WAS SOLD TO HER WITH ONLY 110,000 MILES ON. BOUGHT THE CAR FROM A PRIVATE SELLER, AND I HAD NOT BEEN TO GET IN TOUCH WITH HIM AS OF NOW, TO FIND OUT IF HE KNOWS ANY INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER. I HAVE NOT CONTACTED THE POLICE OR INSURANCE COMPANY, BUT PLAN TO CONTACT THE POLICE, INSURANCE COMPANY AND LOAN COMPANY. *AK
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-08-23
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: CONSUMER STATES THE WRONG SIZE OF TIRES MOUNTED ON VEHICLE ARE MUCH LARGER THAN PROMULATED BY OWNER'S MANUAL SPECIFICATION (GUARDSMAN 40 T/E ALL SEASON P185/70R14, DOT # UNKNOWN). CONSUMER IS REQUESTING THAT CORRECT SIZE TIRES (P175 / 70R13 8S2) ARE REPLACED. *TT *DT
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-12-01
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TARGA TOP LEAKS WHEN IT RAINS OR WHEN WASHED. IT HAS BEEN CONTINUOUS SINCE I PURCHASED CAR IN 1996. DEALER TEMPORARILY FIXED THE CREAKING NOISE FROM ROOF, BUT TOLD ME THEY COULD NOT FIX THE LEAKING ROOF B/C CAR WAS PASSED WARRANTY. THIS IS A MANUFACTURING PROBLEM, NOT SOMETHING I CAUSED AND I KNOW SEVERAL OTHER OWNERS WHO HAVE REPORTED THE SAME PROBLEM.*AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-03-29
- VIN: JHMEH6169PS
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: EVERY DEL SOL OWNER I HAVE TALKED TO IN THE PAST 8 MONTHS HAS REPORTED THAT THEIR CARS LEAK... WATER POURS ON THE DRIVER'S LEFT LEG WHEN YOU DRIVE IN THE RAIN... IT IS QUITE DISTRACTING...THE SEAT IS ALSO ALWAYS WET WHEN YOU GET IN THE CAR.*** *AK DIMS 11 IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/12/02 CUT-OVER TO ARTEMIS***758888.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-09-30
- VIN: JHMEH6161PS
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: ROOF LEAKING. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-01-30
- VIN: NOT AVAILAB
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: DEFOGGER WAS ON FOR REAR WINDSHIELD. TEMPERATURE WAS 35 DEGREES OUTSIDE, AND WINDSHIELD SHATTERED. DEALER WAS CONTACTED FOR A PRICE, BUT WILL QUESTION WHAT COULD HAVE BEEN THE CAUSE. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-09-21
- VIN: JHMEH6260PS
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR HANDLE AND TRIM FAILED MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN THE DOOR FROM THE INSIDE. OTHER OWNERS HAVE EXPERIENCED THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-04-15
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JHMEG114XPS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WAS TRAVELING 30-35MPH WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE TURNED IN FRONT & WAS "T" BONED. UPON IMPACT WITH THE VEHICLE, DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. BACK & CHEST BRUISING. VEHICLE TOTALED. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-01-01
- VIN: JHMEG1147PS
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: ROOF RATTLES WHILE DRIVING AND LEAKS, CAUSING INTERIOR WATER DAMAGE.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JHMEG1149PS
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: WHEN PRESSURE IS APPLIED THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE DISENGAGES FROM THE LATCH. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: WHEN PRESSURE IS APPLIED TO THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE RELEASES FROM THE LATCH, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GUVE ANY FURTHER. *AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: WHEN PRESSURE IS APPLIED TO THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT THE BUCKLE RELEASES FROM THE LATCH. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-03-06
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: A WELDED AREA OF FUEL TANK RUSTED THROUGH ALLOWING FUEL TO SPILL. OWNER REQUESTING INFORMATION OF ANY OTHER INCIDENTS.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-03-06
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: A WELDED SPOT INSIDE OF FUEL TANK RUSTED THROUGH ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK. OTHER DRIVER NOTIFIED OWNER OF DRIPPING FUEL.
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-09-12
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JHMEH6163PS
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S AIR BAG DURING A HEAD-ON ACCIDENT, ALSO SHOULDER HARNESS FAILED TO HOLD. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1993-09-01
- VIN: JHMEH6160PS
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: ROOF RATTLES/LEAKS. *SD
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1993-03-01
- VIN: JHMEH6160PS
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: ALUMINUM WHEELS CORRODED. *SD
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-03-14
- VIN: JHMEG114XPS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG; THE CONSUMER WAS IN A REAR END COLLISION AND THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-05-30
- VIN: JHMEG1241PS
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE AFTER REMOVING FOOT FROM GAS PEDAL. *DSH
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-05-03
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JHMEG114XPS
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: DRIVER AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY DURING FRONT END COLLISION. TT
1993 Honda Del sol recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 1993 Honda Del sol.
- Manufacturer: TRADESONIC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.
- Manufacturer: AJ MOTORSPORT
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.
- Manufacturer: AAI MOTORSPORTS USA, LLC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
- Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH
- Remedy: AAI MOTORSPORTS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AAI MOTORSPORTS AT 909-923-9188.
- Manufacturer: CK MOTORSPORT, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
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