1989 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 1989 Honda Accord
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 | 1989 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1989 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 43 | 86 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1 | 0 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 22–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 4 | 32 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 9 |
| Steering | 5 | 4 |
| Visibility | 4 | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 | 3 |
1989 Chevrolet Cavalier
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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.