1989 Honda Accord vs 1990 Honda Accord
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 Honda Accord | 1990 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 86 | 192 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 15 |
| Investigations | 1 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–24 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Accord | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 32 | 33 |
| Structure | 3 | 33 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 26 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 30 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 13 |
| Power Train | 3 | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 10 |
1989 Honda Accord
1990 Honda Accord
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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.