1999 Buick Century vs 1999 Honda Accord
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 | 1999 Buick Century | 1999 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 235 | 1,135 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 98 | 226 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 77 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 21–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 57,808 mi | 106,681 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Century | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 15 | 388 |
| Power Train | 11 | 246 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 55 | 144 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 74 |
| Structure | 9 | 69 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 51 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 25 | 38 |
| Suspension | 10 | 38 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 13 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 13 | 65 |
| Stalling | 6 | 217 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 21 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 47 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 37 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 32 |
1999 Buick Century
1999 Honda Accord
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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.