1986 Ford Thunderbird vs 1986 Toyota Camry
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 | 1986 Ford Thunderbird | 1986 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 23 | 32 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 22 | 17 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 25–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Thunderbird | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 5 | 10 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 4 |
| Tires | 2 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 0 |
1986 Ford Thunderbird
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.