1988 Ford Thunderbird vs 1988 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 | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1988 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 92 | 88 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 24 | 0 |
| Investigations | 7 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 16 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 22–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Thunderbird | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 18 | 31 |
| Electrical System | 29 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 8 |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 | 11 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 2 |
| Steering | 5 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
1988 Ford Thunderbird
1988 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.