1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs 1989 Honda Civic
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 Chevrolet Camaro | 1989 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 25 | 69 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1 | 4 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 23–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Camaro | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 6 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 3 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 4 |
| Seats | 1 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
1989 Chevrolet Camaro
1989 Honda Civic
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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.