1986 Ford Tempo vs 1986 Toyota Camry
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 | 1986 Ford Tempo | 1986 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 31 | 32 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 25 | 17 |
| Investigations | 8 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–34 | 25–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Tempo | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 15 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 4 |
| Tires | 1 | 5 |
| Power Train | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
1986 Ford Tempo
1986 Toyota Camry
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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.