Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2006 S2000.
The 2006 Honda S2000 is a passenger car equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission and EPA-rated fuel economy of 18 mpg city/24 mpg highway/20 mpg combined, positioning it as a focused, driver-oriented offering within the model's run. With just 10 owner complaints recorded for this model year and two recalls issued, the 2006 S2000 reflects a period of notable improvement in the vehicle's reliability trajectory since its 2000 launch, which had logged 46 complaints that year—the highest in the model's history. While not yet reaching the historic low of 3 complaints achieved in 2007, the 2006 model's complaint tally represents a substantial refinement from the early production years, suggesting meaningful quality refinements had been implemented by this point in the S2000's lifecycle.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 51 · 430 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Manual 6-spd |
| Overall length | 162.2 in |
| Overall width | 68.9 in |
| Overall height | 50.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 94.5 in |
| Curb weight | 2844 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 57.9 / 59.1 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 49/51 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 18 / 24 / 20 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the S2000 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Roadster 2.2L I-4 | 5.40 sec | 13.90 sec | 237 hp | RWD |
| 2004 | Roadster 2.2L I-4 | 5.40 sec | 14.10 sec | 240 hp | RWD |
| 2004 | Roadster 2.2L I-4 | 5.50 sec | 14.00 sec | 240 hp | RWD |
| 2004 | Roadster 2.2L I-4 | 5.80 sec | 14.19 sec | 240 hp | RWD |
| 2004 | Roadster 2.2L I-4 | 6.30 sec | 14.60 sec | 240 hp | RWD |
| 2008 | CR Roadster 2.2L I-4 | 5.30 sec | 13.80 sec | 237 hp | RWD |
| 2008 | CR Roadster 2.2L I-4 | 5.70 sec | 14.40 sec | 237 hp | RWD |
| 2008 | CR Roadster 2.2L I-4 | 6.30 sec | 14.70 sec | 237 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine GL-5 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Differential Gear Oil | GL-5 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 0 Pints |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 16 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 23 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 29.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 242 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 181 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | NGK, DENSO |
| Spark Plug Gap | .039 |
| Spark Plug Torque | 13 ft-lbs |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | NGK |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.039-0.0.043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 13.0 ft-lbs |
| Ignition Timing | 5, Not adjustable degrees |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | .88-.99 lbs |
| Oil Type | PAG 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 4.33-5.00 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 51 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 430 cca |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum) | 55.0-63.0 psi |
| Engine Compression | 135 |
| Engine Oil Pressure | 36 psi @ Idle, 85 psi @ 3000 rpm psi |
| Intake Valve Lash | 0.0008-0.0010 in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | 0.0010-0.011 in |
| Brake Application | WITH DISC BRAKES / WITH DRUM BRAKES |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 24 ft-lbs / 17 ft-lbs / 23 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 80 ft-lbs / 41 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.063 in |
| Minimum Shoe Thickness | 0.039 in |
| Brake Application | WITH DISC BRAKES / WITH DRUM BRAKES |
| Rotor Max Parallel Variation | 0.0006 in / 0.0012 in |
| Rotor Runout Limit | 0.004 in / 0.002 in |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 160,000 mi | Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2006 Honda S2000 sits near the end of the model run, when federal complaints and technical service bulletins were trending downward from the 2000 launch peak of 46 complaints and 107 TSBs to just 10 complaints and 11 TSBs by 2006. Complaints dipped to a generation low of 5 in 2004, ticked up to 15 in 2005, then fell again to 10 in 2006, while recalls returned after a five-year absence with two campaigns—more than any year since 2000's three. The top 2006 complaint categories were air bags and structure, each with three complaints, plus single reports for fuel/vehicle speed control and suspension, though the data does not specify root causes. With three crash-related complaints and one fire-related complaint on record, the safety profile warrants attention but remains low in absolute volume. Given its declining complaint trend, minimal TSB count, and late-model position, 2006 is a relatively solid year to buy, provided a buyer verifies that both recalls have been completed.
All 10 complaints on record, top 6 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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. Remedy: 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…
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… Remedy: 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…
Showing 5 of 11 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A07-030 | 2021-01-23 | Equipment | "Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant… |
| ATS 180604 | 2018-06-14 | Power Train | Tech line summary article - Is the MIL on with DTC P2271 (secondary HO2S [sensor 2]… |
| A02-053 | 2016-10-20 | Electrical System | SERVICE BULLETIN - ALL OF THE LISTED VEHICLES HAVE A TYPE 4 IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM THAT… |
| DLR MSG - Honda | 2014-08-06 | Air Bags | Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, American Honda announced three recalls for… |
| DLR MSG - Stop S | 2014-07-23 | Air Bags | Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, American Honda announced three recalls for… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 18 city / 24 highway / 20 combined mpg.