Model year guide

2005 Honda S2000

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Honda S2000 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 10 on record.

2005 Honda S2000 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Honda S2000 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints15
Combined20 mpg
Typical price$15,450

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2005 Honda S2000 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2005 Honda S2000.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2005 Honda S2000 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2005 Honda S2000 safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Frontal crash test — 2005 Honda S2000 ConvertibleFrontal crash test · ▶ watch videoSide barrier test — 2005 Honda S2000 ConvertibleSide barrier test · ▶ watch video

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2005 Honda S2000 Convertible. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2005 Honda S2000 MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,100
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionManual 6-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2005 Honda S2000 worth?

Low
$12,500
Typical price
$15,450
High
$23,600

From 10 comparable 2005 Honda S2000 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Honda S2000 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,850
Total$27,350
Per mile$0.36

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($15,450) with the same model 4 model-years older ($9,983), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
162.2 in
Width
68.9 in
Height
50.8 in
Wheelbase
94.5 in
Curb weight
2,844 lb
Front track
57.9 in
Rear track
59.1 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2005 Honda S2000. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 19

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 19.

"Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant Gas Leak Detector -Ultrasonic Leak Detector -Leak Dye"

Bulletin A07-030 · Equipment · Jan 2021

Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, American Honda announced three recalls for various 2001-11 Honda models. As of August 4, 2014, affected VINs have been identified, and VIN status inquiry has been updated.

Bulletin DLR MSG - Honda · Air Bags · Aug 2014

Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, American Honda announced three recalls for various 2001-11 Honda models. As of July 23, 2014, affected VINs have been identified, and service bulletins 14-040, Safety Recall: Accord, Civic, and Others ? Front Passenge…

Bulletin DLR MSG - Stop S · Air Bags · Jul 2014

HONDA: TROUBLESHOOTING OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P1456 AND P1457. DEALERS ARE TO RUN EVAP FUNCTION TEST TO FIND IF THERE IS A LEAK SO THE VEHICLE CAN BE REPAIRED. *KB

Bulletin SB-99-075 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Fuel System, Other · Aug 2013

HONDA: ON SOME MODEL VEHICLES, THERE IS AN ALTERNATOR/STARTER TESTER (AST) MODULE CAPABLE OF TESTING ALTERNATORS, INSTALLED ON GR8 DIAGNOSTIC BATTERY STATION. *PE

Bulletin SB-12-002 · Electrical System · Jan 2012

LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY REDUCED LABEL FOR ALL HONDA VEHICLES. *PE

Bulletin 08-040 · Equipment · May 2008

HONDA: WARRANTY EXTENSION-VEHICLE WARRANTY MILEAGE. CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT ALLEGING THAT THE ODOMETERS ON CERTAIN 2002-2006 HONDA MODELS WERE OVERSTATING MILEAGE. FEDERAL COURT PROVIDED FINAL APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT ON 12/29/07. NO MODELS LISTED. *PE

Bulletin SB-06-085 · Electrical System · May 2008

TRANSMISSION POPS OUT OF 2ND GEAR. *TT

Bulletin 05009 · Power Train · Jan 2006

TRANSMISSION GRINDS AT SHIFTS, SKIP SHIFTING. *TT

Bulletin 1205 · Power Train · Dec 2005

ENGINE OIL COOLER CENTER BOLT TORQUE SPEC. *NM

Bulletin 09012005 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Sep 2005

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the S2000. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Honda S2000

The Honda S2000 is a front-mid engine open top sports car that was manufactured by Japanese automobile manufacturer Honda, from 1999 until 2009. First shown as a concept car called the SSM at the Tokyo Motor Show in 1995, the production version was launched on April 15, 1999, to celebrate the company's 50th anniversary. The S2000 is named for its engine displacement of two liters, while "S" stood for "sports" carrying on in the tradition of the S500, S600, and S800 roadsters of the 1960s.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2005 Honda S2000 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
2.2L 4-cyl 240 hp

2005 Honda S2000 vehicles on record

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Other Honda S2000 model years

2008 2007 2006 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000

2005 Honda S2000 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Honda S2000 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2005 Honda S2000. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Honda S2000?

Across all 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, electrical system, vehicle speed control.

What is the 2005 Honda S2000 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2005 Honda S2000 crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2005 Honda S2000 get?

The 2005 Honda S2000 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (17 city / 23 highway).

How much is a 2005 Honda S2000 worth?

Comparable 2005 Honda S2000 listings run roughly $12,500–$23,600, typically around $15,450 (from 10 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.