1990 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 1990 Ford Probe
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 | 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1990 Ford Probe |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 55 | 323 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 2 | 34 |
| Investigations | 2 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Ford Probe |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 4 | 282 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 11 |
| Visibility | 8 | 10 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 10 |
| Power Train | 5 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 3 |
| Steering | 4 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 7 |
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier
1990 Ford Probe
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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.