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 2008 S2000.
Classified as a passenger car with a Manual 6-spd transmission, the 2008 Honda S2000 returns EPA fuel economy ratings of 18/25/21 mpg. This model year sits at the bottom of the complaint history spanning 2000-2008, matching the 2007 model's low of 3 total owner complaints compared to the peak of 46 recorded in 2000. With 0 recalls and the primary issue isolated to Seat Belts, the 2008 variant stands as a statistically reliable point within the covered history for researchers assessing the vehicle's long-term ownership data.
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 / 25 / 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| 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 |
| Ignition Timing | 5, Not adjustable degrees |
| Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance | 2 degrees |
| Ignition Timing Reference RPM | Idle rpm |
| 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 |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 24 ft-lbs / 17 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 79 ft-lbs / 41 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.063; Rear: 0.063 in |
| Minimum Shoe Thickness | 0.039 in |
| Rotor Max Parallel Variation | 0.0006 in |
| Rotor Runout Limit | 0.0016 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.988 in / 0.476 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 0.988 in / 0.476 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 2008 Honda S2000 marks the final year of its generation and reflects a clear stabilization in its federal record, particularly when viewed in context. Complaints peaked early in the model’s lifecycle (2000: 46) and steadily declined, reaching a low of 3 in both 2007 and 2008—identical to the prior year and the lowest of the entire run. Recalls followed a similar arc, with the most activity in 2000 (3 recalls) and 2006 (2 recalls), while 2008 saw none, mirroring 2007’s single recall. Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) also tapered off, dropping from 107 in 2000 to just 8 in 2008, suggesting Honda had resolved most early-generation issues by this point. The 2008 complaints—one each for seat belts, engine, and steering—lack specificity in the data but are minimal in volume, with no crash- or fire-related reports. This positions the 2008 S2000 as one of the most reliable years to buy, benefiting from a decade of refinements and negligible federal red flags.
All 3 complaints on record, top 3 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 8 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… |
| Service Bulletin | 2014-12-17 | Tires | Service bulletin - For any TPMS-related warranty repairs, all recorded DTCs must now be… |
| DLR MSG - Honda | 2014-08-06 | 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 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 18 city / 25 highway / 21 combined mpg.