1991 Honda Civic vs 1991 Pontiac Sunbird
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 Honda Civic | 1991 Pontiac Sunbird |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 110 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 7 | 5 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–30 | 20–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Civic | Pontiac Sunbird |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 38 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 3 |
| Structure | 13 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 0 |
| Power Train | 6 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
1991 Honda Civic
1991 Pontiac Sunbird
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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.