1988 Toyota Corolla vs 1989 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla | 1989 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 26 | 23 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 19 | 19 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–28 | 22–28 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Corolla | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 7 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 5 |
| Power Train | 2 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 2 |
| Seats | 3 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 3 |
| Structure | 3 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 3 |
1988 Toyota Corolla
1989 Toyota Corolla
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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.