2026 model year · 1,450+ owner reports · Updated April 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 1,450+ owner reports, the 2026 Acura Integra has 2 documented known issues. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. The most commonly reported issue is CVT Hesitation and Rubber Band Effect with 890 owner reports. Across all issues, repair costs range from $0 to $0. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
On the 2023-2026 Acura Integra 1.5L L15CA Turbo I4, the CVT-equipped Integra exhibits a noticeable hesitation when accelerating from low speeds, followed by a rubber band effect where the engine revs climb before the CVT catches up with acceleration. The delay between throttle input and forward motion is particularly pronounced in normal driving mode and frustrates owners expecting sporty response.
Update the CVT control software to the latest Acura calibration, which improves throttle response mapping. Switch to Sport mode for more responsive CVT behavior during daily driving. The 6-speed manual transmission variant does not have this issue. A transmission fluid change with Honda HCF-2 can slightly improve CVT responsiveness.
Parts and tips from 890+ owners who fixed this issue
On the 2023-2026 Acura Integra, the Integra turbo engines experience significant heat soak during spirited driving in ambient temperatures above 85 degrees F, causing noticeable power loss after sustained high-RPM driving. The intercooler efficiency drops as the engine bay temperature rises, and the ECU pulls timing aggressively to protect the engine.
Allow 2-3 minutes of gentle driving between spirited runs to cool the intake charge. Ensure the intercooler fins are clean and unobstructed by debris. Aftermarket intercooler upgrades significantly reduce heat soak on the 1.5T. The Type S 2.0T is less affected due to its larger factory intercooler but still benefits from airflow improvements.
Parts and tips from 560+ owners who fixed this issue
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Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic, Acura RDX, Acura Integra, and 2022 Honda Accord vehicles. A ball valve in the vehicle stability assist (VSA) modulator may leak brake fluid, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the brake hold feature is engaged or an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel.
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, and 2024 HR-V, Pilot, and Acura Integra vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in a loose seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
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According to Au7o's analysis of 1,450+ owner reports, the 2026-2026 Acura Integra has 2 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: CVT Hesitation and Rubber Band Effect, Turbo Heat Soak and Power Loss in Hot Weather. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
The 2026-2026 Acura Integra has 2 known issues documented across 1,450+ owner reports. No issues are rated critical, suggesting generally good reliability. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
The CVT-equipped Integra exhibits a noticeable hesitation when accelerating from low speeds, followed by a rubber band effect where the engine revs climb before the CVT catches up with acceleration. The delay between throttle input and forward motion is particularly pronounced in… Severity: medium.
The Integra turbo engines experience significant heat soak during spirited driving in ambient temperatures above 85 degrees F, causing noticeable power loss after sustained high-RPM driving. The intercooler efficiency drops as the engine bay temperature rises, and the ECU pulls t… Severity: low.
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