There are 1 owner-reported lighting complaints for the 2005 Honda S2000in NHTSA's database. These are unverified consumer reports and may not reflect confirmed defects.
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 65MPH FLAMES ERUPTED FROM THE HOOD AREA OF THE VEHICLE. THE FIRE STARTED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FIRE AND POLICE DEPARTMENT FILED A REPORT AT THE SCENE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE IT CURRENTLY REMAINS. THE INSURANCE COMPANY INSPECTOR DETERMINED THE FIRE BEGAN IN THE HEADLIGHT AREA AND THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED A TOTAL LOSS.
Complaints are unverified consumer reports submitted to NHTSA. A high complaint count may reflect vehicle popularity, not defect severity. Data sourced from NHTSA public records.
Data synced from NHTSA on Apr 25, 2026