1988 Buick Regal vs 1988 Mazda 929
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 Buick Regal | 1988 Mazda 929 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 123 | 34 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1 | 6 |
| Investigations | 8 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Regal | Mazda 929 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 67 | 4 |
| Structure | 17 | 7 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 10 |
| Power Train | 10 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 35 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
1988 Buick Regal
1988 Mazda 929
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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.