1988 Chevrolet Celebrity vs 1988 Ford Taurus
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1988 Chevrolet Celebrity | 1988 Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 39 | 333 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 54 |
| Investigations | 5 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 51 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 19–24 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Celebrity | Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 8 | 94 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 67 |
| Structure | 1 | 51 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 33 |
| Power Train | 2 | 37 |
| Steering | 11 | 26 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 22 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 27 |
| Stalling | 0 | 24 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 23 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 7 |
| Overheating | 0 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 6 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
1988 Chevrolet Celebrity
1988 Ford Taurus
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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.