Honda NSX NA1/NA2 Maintenance Schedule (1990-2005)
18 years importing JDM vehicles to global markets. Former technical contributor to Option and Hot Version magazines. Owner of three RB26-powered Skylines. Certified in Japanese vehicle import compliance for USA and EU markets.
Updated Apr 11, 2026
Complete Honda NSX maintenance schedule for NA1 (1990-1997) and NA2 (1997-2005) models. Includes timing belt service, valve adjustments, costs, and common issues specific to the mid-engine V6 VTEC exotic.
Honda NSX NA1/NA2 Maintenance Schedule
The Honda NSX is a mid-engine exotic requiring specialized maintenance procedures. This comprehensive maintenance guide covers both NA1 (1990-1997) and NA2 (1997-2005) models with specific attention to the unique C30A/C32B VTEC V6 engines.
Critical Maintenance Notes
TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT: The timing belt service at 60,000 miles (or 6 years) is the most critical maintenance task. Failure can result in catastrophic engine damage due to valve-to-piston contact. Budget $2,000-$3,000 for this essential service.
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Mid-Engine Access: Many maintenance tasks require removing the engine cover and working in the rear trunk area. Labor costs are typically 1.5-2x higher than conventional front-engine cars.
Snapring Transmission (1991-1992): Early manual transmission NSXs have a factory defect. Check transmission serial number and replace if in the affected range before failure occurs.
Follow the maintenance schedules below to preserve your NSX investment.
About the Author
18 years importing JDM vehicles to global markets. Former technical contributor to Option and Hot Version magazines. Owner of three RB26-powered Skylines. Certified in Japanese vehicle import compliance for USA and EU markets.
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Kenji Tanaka is an automotive journalist and JDM enthusiast who has been importing and driving Japanese performance cars for 18 years. Based in Tokyo, he has firsthand ownership experience with R32/R33/R34 GT-Rs, a modified S15 Silvia, and an RB26DETT-swapped Stagea. His writing focuses on technical accuracy, real-world ownership, and the cultural context of Japanese automotive history.
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