1990 Geo Prizm vs 1990 Honda Civic
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 Geo Prizm | 1990 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 37 | 91 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 7 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–27 | 22–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Geo Prizm | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 7 | 34 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 18 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 6 |
| Power Train | 6 | 6 |
| Structure | 6 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 4 |
| Visibility | 1 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 7 |
1990 Geo Prizm
1990 Honda Civic
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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.