1988 Acura Legend vs 1988 Ford Escort
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 | 1988 Acura Legend | 1988 Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 33 | 143 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 3 | 25 |
| Investigations | 3 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 57 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 24–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura Legend | Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 75 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 21 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 17 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 3 |
| Power Train | 8 | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 11 |
| Steering | 0 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 0 | 12 |
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
1988 Acura Legend
1988 Ford Escort
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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.