1988 Acura Legend vs 1988 Ford Thunderbird
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 | 1988 Acura Legend | 1988 Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 33 | 92 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 3 | 24 |
| Investigations | 3 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 16 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 17–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura Legend | Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 29 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 18 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 8 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 11 |
| Power Train | 8 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
| Overheating | 0 | 5 |
1988 Acura Legend
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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.