1988 Honda Accord vs 1988 Pontiac Grand AM
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 Honda Accord | 1988 Pontiac Grand AM |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 88 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 3 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–26 | 20–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Accord | Pontiac Grand AM |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 31 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 3 |
| Power Train | 11 | 1 |
| Tires | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 2 |
| Steering | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
1988 Honda Accord
1988 Pontiac Grand AM
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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.