1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs 1987 Ford Taurus
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 Celebrity | 1987 Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 44 | 255 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 45 |
| Investigations | 5 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 49 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–23 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Celebrity | Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 69 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 40 |
| Structure | 4 | 34 |
| Steering | 12 | 21 |
| Power Train | 0 | 29 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 23 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 20 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 6 |
| Stalling | 0 | 20 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 10 |
| Overheating | 0 | 10 |
1987 Chevrolet Celebrity
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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.