1989 Honda Accord vs 1989 Saab 900
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 Honda Accord | 1989 Saab 900 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 86 | 22 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 1 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–24 | 18–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Accord | Saab 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 32 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 5 |
| Suspension | 7 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 2 |
| Visibility | 5 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 0 |
1989 Honda Accord
1989 Saab 900
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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.