1989 Acura Legend vs 1989 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 | 1989 Acura Legend | 1989 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 34 | 86 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 5 | 0 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 22–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura Legend | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 4 | 32 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 7 |
1989 Acura Legend
1989 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.