1989 Acura Legend vs 1989 Ford Escort
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 | 1989 Acura Legend | 1989 Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 34 | 152 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 5 | 27 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 60 |
| 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 | 5 | 64 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 19 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 22 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 9 |
| Steering | 3 | 7 |
| Power Train | 1 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 12 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 12 |
1989 Acura Legend
1989 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.