1990 Ford Probe vs 1990 Subaru Legacy
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 Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 323 | 81 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 14 |
| Investigations | 6 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Probe | Subaru Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 282 | 14 |
| Structure | 4 | 19 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 19 |
| Power Train | 5 | 14 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 3 |
| Visibility | 10 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
1990 Ford Probe
1990 Subaru Legacy
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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.