2002 Acura RSX vs 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Acura RSX | 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 76 | 23 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 115 | 143 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–26 | 23–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 48,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura RSX | Volkswagen Cabrio |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 20 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 9 |
| Structure | 5 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2002 Acura RSX
2002 Volkswagen Cabrio
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.