1991 Dodge Shadow vs 1991 Ford Escort
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 | 1991 Dodge Shadow | 1991 Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 89 | 327 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 25 | 59 |
| Investigations | 5 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 61 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–25 | 23–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Shadow | Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 104 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 71 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 59 |
| Power Train | 6 | 30 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 17 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 19 |
| Steering | 8 | 12 |
| Seats | 16 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 0 | 29 |
| Stalling | 0 | 10 |
1991 Dodge Shadow
1991 Ford Escort
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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.