1986 Dodge Colt vs 1986 Honda Accord
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1986 Dodge Colt | 1986 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 54 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 1 |
| Investigations | 4 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–33 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Colt | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 21 | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 18 |
| Power Train | 0 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 3 |
| Suspension | 0 | 4 |
| Structure | 1 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 0 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 9 |
1986 Dodge Colt
1986 Honda Accord
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.