1989 Toyota Corolla vs 1990 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla | 1990 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 23 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 19 | 27 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–28 | 22–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Corolla | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 8 |
| Power Train | 4 | 5 |
| Tires | 2 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 |
1989 Toyota Corolla
1990 Toyota Corolla
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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.