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1993 Honda Del Sol

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1993 Del Sol.

The 1993 Honda Del Sol utilizes 3.5 qt of 10W-30 or 5W-30 API engine oil. Its reliability record consists of 22 total owner complaints and 5 recalls, with structure identified as the top complaint area. These metrics define the model's standing within its overall reliability history.

Model year19971996199519941993

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity3.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type10W-30 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length157.5 in
Overall width66.9 in
Overall height49.6 in
Wheelbase93.3 in
Curb weight2396 lb
Weight distribution (front / rear)62/38

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Del Sol of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.4–7.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.40 sec — 1995 Civic del Sol VTEC Roadster
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
1994Civic del Sol VTEC Roadster 1.6L I-47.40 sec15.80 sec160 hpFWD
1995Civic del Sol VTEC Roadster 1.6L I-46.40 sec15.10 sec160 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 3.5 qt of 10W-30 / 5W-30 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 3
Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Engine Oil10W-30 · API · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity3.5 qt
Engine Oil10W-30 · API · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity3.5 qt
Engine Oil10W-30 · API · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity3.5 qt

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 15,000 miParking Brake System (inspect) · Steering System (inspect)
Every 15,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Engine Valves (inspect valve lash) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect alignment)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Antilock Brake System (inspect) · Brake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (leak inspection)
At 45,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 60,000 miBrake Line (replace) · Distributor Cap (inspect) · Distributor Rotor (inspect) · Exhaust System Heat Shield (inspect) · Fuel Filter (replace) · PCV System (inspect)
Every 90,000 miTiming Belt (replace) · Water Pump (inspect)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 1993 Honda Del Sol shows a significantly higher volume of federal reports than the 1998 model, recording 22 complaints, 5 recalls, and 6 TSBs compared to 1 complaint, 1 recall, and 0 TSBs for 1998. For the 1993 model, the most frequent complaint areas are the structure (7), air bags (3), and seat belts (3), although the data does not specify the root causes for these issues. Additionally, the 1993 record includes 3 crash complaints and 0 fire complaints. This suggests that the 1993 model year sits at a high point of reported issues within the provided generation arc. Because of the substantially higher recall and complaint volume compared to the 1998 model, this is not a recommended year to buy.

5
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
6
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
22
Owner complaints
3 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 22 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Structure7
Air Bags3
Seat Belts3
Vehicle Speed Control2
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Service Brakes1
Tires1
Visibility1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

06E049000Exterior LightingReported 24/05/2006

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… 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.

06E064000Exterior LightingReported 17/07/2006

CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL… Remedy: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 6 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
0109012001-09-01StructureINFORMATION REGARDING WATER LEAKAGE DURING A CAR WASH. *YH
0501991999-05-01Air BagsVARIOUS INFORMATION REGARDING AIRBAG ON-OFF SWITCH PROGRAM. *TT
HON950405A1995-04-01Power TrainCAMPAIGN RESPONSIBILITY REPORT FOR THE 1992-94 CIVIC AND 1993 DEL SOL AUTOMATIC…
HON940161995-04-01VisibilityTEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER HARD TO MOVE. *TW
HON9503291995-03-01VisibilityCAMPAIGN RESPONSIBILITY REPORT FOR THE 1993 CIVIC DEL SOL REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER PRODUCT…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 1993 Del Sol take?

3.5 qt of ABOVE -4 degrees F: 10W-30 API, BELOW 32 degrees F: 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 1993 Del Sol have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.