1987 Honda Accord vs 1989 Honda Accord
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1987 Honda Accord | 1989 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 111 | 86 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1 | 0 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–26 | 22–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Accord | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 34 | 32 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 24 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 12 |
| Suspension | 4 | 7 |
| Power Train | 7 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 0 |
1987 Honda Accord
1989 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.