1987 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 1987 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 | 1987 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1987 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 24 | 111 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1 | 1 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–25 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 6 | 34 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 24 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 9 |
| Power Train | 2 | 7 |
| Steering | 6 | 2 |
| Tires | 2 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 11 |
1987 Chevrolet Cavalier
1987 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.