1989 Eagle Premier vs 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis
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 Eagle Premier | 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 67 | 58 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 7 | 28 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 17 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Eagle Premier | Mercury Grand Marquis |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 13 | 16 |
| Visibility | 21 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 14 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 11 | 5 |
| Power Train | 7 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
1989 Eagle Premier
1989 Mercury Grand Marquis
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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.