1988 Ford Escort vs 1988 Honda Accord
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 Ford Escort | 1988 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 143 | 88 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 25 | 0 |
| Investigations | 5 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 57 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–32 | 22–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escort | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 75 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 17 | 31 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 21 | 8 |
| Power Train | 7 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 4 |
| Steering | 9 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 12 | 0 |
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
1988 Ford Escort
1988 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.