The vehicle experienced transmission problems. *Bf there was noise on the inside of the vehicle, poor gas mileage, jerking when shifting gears, current (uneasy driving conditions), and have experienced problems with the third re-built transmission when downshifting the gears up during stops slowing down and almost neutral when lightening up on the gas pedal. *Sc
Engine & cooling
Acura Legend Engine problems by year
25 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Acura Legend's engine & cooling. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.
Engine complaints by model year
Latest Legend engine complaints
While driving 35 mph a loud clicking noise was heard from the front. Consumer applied the accelerator pedal and the noise became louder. Also, vehicle shook uncontrollably. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic replaced the engine mounts due to corrosion. *Ak
A blown engine head gasket allows air into the cooling system. Temperature gauge fluctuates, and the cooling reservoir overflows. Warranty expired, and manufacturer claims there is nothing they can do. *Ak
The car blows out white smoke frome the engine. When in d4 the light blinks and the speedometer fluxuates. Passenger seat will not slide forward
Overheating problems, ignition problems, airbag does not work, door open light stays on, leak in sunroof when it rains,
I recently came across this website, I have a 1991 acura legend, purchased brand-new. To date I have had to replace the speed sensor, radiator, master cylinder, a/c condenser, anti-theft system work randomly and goes crazy, rear right window does not work most of the time, factory keyless entry has failed, bose audio amp has blown, have not replaced nor received a recall notice, tape deck over heats and tapes get stuck, switching gears the car jumps. Cannot unlock car with keys, had to install aftermarket keyless entry system.*Ak
I have owned 2 acura legends 1992 & 1995. Failure of radiator top tank $600 repair on both at apprx 75,000 miles. Scalding or stranding can occur. I understand that it is a common failure in honda radiators. *Ak
Radiator has a history of problems--a ntsb bulletin about it--radator was fixed once by acura--same problem again--radiator leaks
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK
When driving temperature light goes in red and vehicle overheats. Dealership is aware of problem. *Ak
Temperature gauge went up to red area. Engine sound changed (became louder). The same overheating problem occured in december and the acura service dept. Found nothing wrong. Car has been serviced, at acura every 3000 miles since ownership. *Ak
There is fuel escaping through muffler/tail pipe. Consumerr stated that it is a health hazard. *Ak
Rear power window on driver side sometimes doesn't work from the drivers seat.... Center console/arm rest breaks and the coffee holder will not return to its stored/locked position...Transmission shifts noisey and hard under light throttle, even after new transmission fluid has been installed....New oem[acura installed] battery goes dead after 1 month if car isn't started every week,,[acura says it is because of all the computers which must continue to run and draw current...Recommed a trickle battery charger]...Beat car I have ever owned, had gm's all rest of 45 years, and love the qualityof workmanship, and engineering the japanese build into the vehicle.
Coolant was leaking out of the engine. Also, transmission oil was leaking/fuel injectors were leaking gasoline, and engine head gasket was leaking oil. *Ak
Abs braking system does not work. Abs light stays on all the time. Also, the a/c unit failed, transmission failed, master cylinder and front caliper failed, master window switch failed, and radiator failed. *Ak *ml
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data