1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 1995 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 | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1995 Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 270 | 576 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 89 | 81 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 33 | 75 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 20 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–26 | 22–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,500 mi | 99,650 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 11 | 152 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 129 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 82 | 54 |
| Electrical System | 59 | 48 |
| Air Bags | 20 | 67 |
| Power Train | 17 | 36 |
| Suspension | 13 | 37 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 25 | 23 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 24 | 26 |
| Overheating | 10 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
1995 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.