1988 Mazda 929 vs 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
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 Mazda 929 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 34 | 88 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 6 | 2 |
| Investigations | 3 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda 929 | Pontiac Grand Prix |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 47 |
| Structure | 7 | 10 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 8 |
| Suspension | 0 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 1 |
| Power Train | 2 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 28 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 7 |
1988 Mazda 929
1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
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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.