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1991 Honda CRX DX MT

The 1991 Honda CRX DX MT is a 92-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $9,670 MSRP and is rated at 29 mpg combined.

It makes 92 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 89 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 27 mpg city and 33 mpg highway (29 mpg combined).

The CRX measures 148.5 inches long on a 90.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,103 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$9,670 ($23,075 *)
Engine
Engine Type1.5L SOHC 16-valve inline-4, all-aluminum (D15B2)
Displacement1.5 L
Horsepower92 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque89 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Redline6,500 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC, 16-valve
Bore and Stroke75 x 84.5 mm
Compression Ratio9.2:1
Injection TypeDual-Point PGM-FI
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City27 MPG
Highway33 MPG
Combined29 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear SuspensionMulti-control double wishbone
Front Stabilizer BarYes
Rear Stabilizer BarNo
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated disc
Rear Brake DiscDrum
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front13 in. steel
Wheels Rear13 in. steel
Tires FrontP175/70 R13
Tires RearP175/70 R13
Dimensions & Weight
Length148.5 in
Width65.9 in
Height50.1 in
Wheelbase90.6 in
Front Track57.1 in
Rear Track57.1 in
Cargo Volume23.2 ft³
Curb Weight2,103 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37 in
Legroom Front40.8 in
Shoulder Room Front53.5 in
Hip Room Front54.9 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1991 Honda CRX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

NHTSA campaign 09E012000

Aug 11, 2008 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

NHTSA campaign 08E050000

Jun 29, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH

Remedy: AAI MOTORSPORTS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AAI MOTORSPORTS AT 909-923-9188.

NHTSA campaign 06E060000

May 24, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

NHTSA campaign 06E049000

Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

NHTSA campaign 06E026000

7 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1991 Honda CRX

Owner Complaints

7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1991 Honda CRX. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System2
Latches/Locks/Linkages2
Structure2
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Unknown Or Other1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 31, 2018 · Unknown Or Other
“TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS”
Mar 5, 2012 · Electrical System
“MY CAR HAS HAD A PROBLEM FOR AWHILE REGARDING THE SEAT BELT WARNING WOULD SOMETIMES GO OFF WHEN THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS UNHOOKED WHEN IT HADN'T BEEN CONNECTED SINCE STARTING THE CAR. I WOULD HAVE TO…”
Sep 20, 2010 · Latches/Locks/Linkages
“1991 HONDA CRX , TRAVELING WESTBOUND WHEN THE HOOD LATCH FAILED. THE HOOD CAME OPEN AND STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD. *BF (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0519-90)*JB”
Oct 13, 2006 · Structure, Latches/Locks/Linkages
“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY, THE FRONT HOOD FLEW UP AND SLAMMED INTO THE WINDSHIELD WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MANAGED TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE…”
Jul 26, 2002 · Electrical System
“MAIN RELAY- POOR SOLDER JOINTS ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD CAUSE HOT STARTING PROBLEMS. THIS HAS BEEN CLEARLY DOCUMENTED @ THE FOLLOWING WEBSITE…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1991 HONDA CRX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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