1992 Acura Legend

1992 Acura Legend

The 1992 Acura Legend is a mid-size luxury sedan that was offered with two engine and transmission options:

• 3.2L V6 with 4-speed automatic transmission (200 hp, 210 lb-ft torque)
• 3.2L V6 with 5-speed manual transmission (230 hp, 217 lb-ft torque)

The Legend was praised for its stylish design, comfortable interior, and powerful engine. However, it also had some notable issues.

Engine

3.2L V6 with 4-speed Automatic Transmission

• Intake Manifold Gasket Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Leaks coolant, causing overheating or engine damage
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• VTEC Solenoid Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine lacks power or stalls
  • Solution: Replace VTEC solenoid
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

3.2L V6 with 5-Speed Manual Transmission

• Clutch Master Cylinder Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, clutch pedal feels spongy
  • Solution: Replace clutch master cylinder
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

4-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Transmission Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Transmission slips or loses gears
  • Solution: Overhaul or replace transmission
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,500 - $4,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Strut Mount Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Noises from suspension, poor handling
  • Solution: Replace strut mounts
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Alternator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery drains quickly, warning lights come on
  • Solution: Replace alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,200
  • Recalls: None Found
• Starter Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine cranks slowly or not at all
  • Solution: Replace starter
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $700
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Sunroof Leaks
  • Description/Symptoms: Water leaks into the interior through the sunroof
  • Solution: Replace or reseal sunroof
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,200
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Instrument Cluster Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Gauges become inoperative
  • Solution: Replace instrument cluster
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 1992 Acura Legend is a reliable and well-built vehicle. However, it does have some common issues that can be expensive to fix. The most severe and costly issues are transmission failure, alternator failure, and starter failure.