1988 Honda Accord vs 1989 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 Honda Accord | 1989 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 88 | 86 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 0 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–26 | 22–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Accord | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 31 | 32 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 12 |
| Power Train | 11 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 6 |
| Tires | 6 | 3 |
| Suspension | 2 | 7 |
1988 Honda Accord
1989 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.