Model year guide

2006 Honda S2000

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Honda S2000 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.

2006 Honda S2000 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2006 Honda S2000 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints10
Combined20 mpg
Typical price$16,661

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

2006 Honda S2000 recalls 2

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum NHTSA Campaign #13V246000 · manufacturer #JA4, JA5 · 13/06/2013

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2006 Acura RSX vehicles manufactured January 18, 2006, through August 12, 2006; and model year 2006-2007 Honda S2000 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2006, through November 13, 2006. The brake booster may be unable to maintain a vacuum when the brake pedal is depressed, decreasing brake assist.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster assembly. If necessary, the dealers will replace the booster assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1-310-783-2000. Honda's recall number is JA4. Acura's recall numbe…

Equipment:other:owners/service/other Manual NHTSA Campaign #06V270000 · 26/07/2006

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MOTORCYCLES, THE OWNER'S MANUALS CONTAIN INCORRECT CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S (NHTSA) VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE.

Fix: HONDA WILL SEND A POSTCARD TO DEALERS AND OWNERS WITH THE CORRECT NHTSA VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE INFORMATION AND WITH INSTRUCTIONS TO INSERT THE CARD INTO THE "REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS" SECTION OF THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 2, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009, ACUR…

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.

2006 Honda S2000 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2006 Honda S2000 safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
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Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2006 Honda S2000 Convertible. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2006 Honda S2000 MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway24 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 2006 Honda S2000 worth?

Low
$10,500
Typical price
$16,661
High
$27,991

From 8 comparable 2006 Honda S2000 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Honda S2000 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,700
Total$27,200
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 ($16,661) with the same model 5 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 2006 Honda S2000. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2006 Honda S2000. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Brakes

On certain vehicles, the brake booster may have been manufactured incorrectly and could develop a leak. As such, the booster may be unable to maintain vacuum when the brake pedal is depressed. Loss of brake power assist could occur, which may result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake booster…

Transport Canada #2013207 · Jun 2013

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

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.

2006 Honda S2000 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
2.2L 4-cyl 237 hp

2006 Honda S2000 vehicles on record

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Other Honda S2000 model years

2008 2007 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000

2006 Honda S2000 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Honda S2000 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2006 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 2006 Honda S2000?

Across all 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, structure, fuel system.

What is the 2006 Honda S2000 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2006 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 2006 Honda S2000 get?

The 2006 Honda S2000 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (18 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 2006 Honda S2000 worth?

Comparable 2006 Honda S2000 listings run roughly $10,500–$27,991, typically around $16,661 (from 8 vehicles).

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