1989 Dodge Dynasty vs 1989 Ford Thunderbird
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 Dodge Dynasty | 1989 Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 55 | 124 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 25 | 27 |
| Investigations | 1 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 24 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 17–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Dynasty | Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 23 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 15 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 22 |
| Power Train | 22 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 26 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 17 |
| Steering | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 0 | 7 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 6 |
1989 Dodge Dynasty
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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.