1990 Ford Probe vs 1990 Honda Accord
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 Ford Probe | 1990 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 323 | 192 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 15 |
| Investigations | 6 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Probe | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 282 | 33 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 26 |
| Structure | 4 | 33 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 30 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 13 |
| Power Train | 5 | 15 |
| Visibility | 10 | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
1990 Ford Probe
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.