1989 Ford Thunderbird vs 1989 Nissan Maxima
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 Ford Thunderbird | 1989 Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 124 | 62 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 27 | 7 |
| Investigations | 6 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 24 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–20 | 19–20 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Thunderbird | Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 22 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 26 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 17 | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 20 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 23 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 2 |
| Power Train | 4 | 9 |
| Visibility | 3 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 9 |
1989 Ford Thunderbird
1989 Nissan Maxima
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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.