1990 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 1990 Ford Tempo
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 | 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1990 Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 55 | 133 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 2 | 41 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 27 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Ford Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 20 | 46 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 28 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 19 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 20 |
| Steering | 4 | 12 |
| Visibility | 8 | 3 |
| Power Train | 5 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 5 | 8 |
| Stalling | 0 | 18 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier
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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.