1993 Dodge Shadow vs 1993 Ford Escort
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 | 1993 Dodge Shadow | 1993 Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 107 | 379 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 41 | 82 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 31 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 16 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 23–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 82,170 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Shadow | Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 2 | 109 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 49 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 40 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 46 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 33 |
| Power Train | 16 | 30 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 34 |
| Suspension | 10 | 19 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 10 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 9 |
1993 Dodge Shadow
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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.