1989 Chevrolet Corsica vs 1989 Ford Thunderbird
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 | 1989 Chevrolet Corsica | 1989 Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 64 | 124 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 27 |
| Investigations | 6 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 24 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–25 | 17–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Corsica | Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 14 | 22 |
| Seat Belts | 18 | 17 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 26 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 23 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 13 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 6 |
| Wheels | 4 | 3 |
| Steering | 3 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 0 | 7 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 6 |
1989 Chevrolet Corsica
1989 Ford Thunderbird
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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.