1989 Ford Thunderbird vs 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
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 Plymouth Acclaim |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 124 | 33 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 27 | 25 |
| Investigations | 6 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 24 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–20 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Thunderbird | Plymouth Acclaim |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 26 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 14 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 23 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 17 | 1 |
| Power Train | 4 | 6 |
| Suspension | 3 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 0 |
1989 Ford Thunderbird
1989 Plymouth Acclaim
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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.