1989 Dodge Daytona vs 1989 Honda Civic
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 Dodge Daytona | 1989 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 34 | 69 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 20 | 4 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–24 | 23–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Daytona | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 0 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 11 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 3 |
| Steering | 3 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
1989 Dodge Daytona
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.