1989 Dodge Colt vs 1989 Honda Civic
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 Dodge Colt | 1989 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 33 | 69 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 4 | 4 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–30 | 23–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Colt | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 25 | 18 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 7 |
| Suspension | 2 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
1989 Dodge Colt
1989 Honda Civic
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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.