1993 ACURA NSX

Typical onset: can occur anytime, not mileage-dependent

Symptoms: sudden loss of all gears while driving, transmission stuck in gear, inability to shift, catastrophic failure with no warning

Fix: Transmission must come out for snap ring replacement or full rebuild. 18-22 hours labor. Early '93 VINs (check range) are affected. If snap ring hasn't been addressed, it's a ticking time bomb. Many owners do preventive replacement during clutch jobs.

Estimated cost: $3,500-6,000

Typical onset: all mileages, age-related (25+ years)

Symptoms: HVAC display goes blank or dim, climate control stops responding, intermittent AC/heat function, blower works but no control

Fix: Failed electrolytic capacitors on CCU circuit board. Unit removal and capacitor replacement, 2-3 hours if you DIY the soldering or send out for rebuild. Dash removal required for access.

Estimated cost: $400-800

Typical onset: 80,000-150,000 mi

Symptoms: window moves slowly or stops mid-travel, grinding or clicking noise, window drops into door, complete failure to move

Fix: Plastic regulator components and motor brushes wear out. Door panel removal, regulator replacement or rebuild. 3-4 hours per side. Both sides often fail within similar timeframes.

Estimated cost: $600-1,200

Typical onset: all ages if original hoses remain

Symptoms: coolant smell in cabin or engine bay, visible leaks under car, low coolant warning, overheating, sudden coolant loss

Fix: OEM rubber hoses degrade over 20+ years regardless of mileage. Main engine hoses require significant disassembly (6-8 hours). Heater hoses behind seats can fail and dump coolant into cabin. Smart owners replace all coolant hoses as preventive maintenance.

Estimated cost: $1,500-2,500

Typical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi

Symptoms: clunking on acceleration or deceleration, excessive drivetrain movement, vibration at idle, difficulty shifting smoothly

Fix: Rubber mounts age and tear. Transmission mount particularly prone to failure. Full set replacement recommended when doing one. 4-6 hours labor for all mounts.

Estimated cost: $1,200-2,000

Typical onset: 100,000+ mi or age-related

Symptoms: ABS warning light illuminated, no ABS function (brakes still work), grinding or humming from ABS unit, extended brake pedal travel

Fix: ABS pump motor or accumulator fails. Unit is in engine bay passenger side. Replacement or rebuild required, 3-4 hours. Used units are gamble, rebuilds available from specialists.

Estimated cost: $1,500-3,000

Typical onset: every 60,000-90,000 mi or 7 years

Symptoms: none until catastrophic failure, coolant weeping from water pump

Fix: Interference engine — belt failure destroys valves and pistons. Major service includes timing belt, water pump, tensioner, all accessory belts, valve adjustment. 12-16 hours labor. Non-negotiable maintenance item. This isn't really a 'problem' but a major service that kills resale if deferred.

Estimated cost: $3,000-5,000