1987 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 1987 Ford Thunderbird
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 | 1987 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1987 Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 24 | 61 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1 | 23 |
| Investigations | 4 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 18 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–25 | 18–19 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 0 | 24 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 7 |
| Steering | 6 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 4 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 |
1987 Chevrolet Cavalier
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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.