1989 Mazda 323 vs 1989 Toyota Camry
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 Mazda 323 | 1989 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 38 | 113 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 5 | 19 |
| Investigations | 1 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–27 | 19–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda 323 | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 23 | 21 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 16 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 7 |
| Structure | 0 | 10 |
| Power Train | 2 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 6 |
1989 Mazda 323
1989 Toyota Camry
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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.