1988 Honda Prelude vs 1989 Honda Prelude
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1988 Honda Prelude | 1989 Honda Prelude |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 35 | 21 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 0 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Prelude | Honda Prelude |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 13 | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 5 |
| Suspension | 1 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
1988 Honda Prelude
1989 Honda Prelude
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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.