1988 Honda Prelude vs 1988 Hyundai Excel
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 Prelude | 1988 Hyundai Excel |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 35 | 43 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 8 |
| Investigations | 0 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 26–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Prelude | Hyundai Excel |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 19 |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 8 |
| Steering | 13 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 6 |
| Power Train | 0 | 7 |
| Suspension | 1 | 3 |
| Visibility | 0 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
1988 Honda Prelude
1988 Hyundai Excel
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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.