Most common 2005 Honda S2000 problems
Share of the 15 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Honda S2000 complaints by model year
Best S2000 years: 2004. Years to avoid: 2000. Compare all years →
What 2005 Honda S2000 owners say
Transmission & drivetrain
Tl contact owns a 2005 Honda S2000. The contact stated that on two occasions the rpms increased whenever she was at a traffic light. The vehicle did not move forward since her foot was on the clutch. The dealer could not duplicate the failure. There were no warning lights before or after the failure occurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The current mileage was 18,300 and the failure mileage was approximately 15,000. Updated 12/9/09 updated 12/10/09.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Honda S2000. The contact stated that after down shifting into second gear, the vehicle shifted into neutral independently, causing the vehicle to become resistant to acceleration. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 64,000 and the current mileage was 67,000.
2005 Honda S2000 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | RWD | 17 / 23 / 20 |
EPA ratings. Class: Sports car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2005 Honda S2000 a good car?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2005 S2000 rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the S2000 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Honda S2000?
The transmission & drivetrain — 4 complaints, 27% of all complaints for this model year, most often about manual transmission. Next are the speed control & acceleration (2) and body & structure (2).
How many recalls does the 2005 Honda S2000 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2005 Honda S2000. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Honda S2000?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2004. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2000. See the full Honda S2000 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2005 Honda S2000 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 55,000 miles; 46% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.