1990 Mercury Topaz vs 1990 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 | 1990 Mercury Topaz | 1990 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 48 | 134 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 37 | 28 |
| Investigations | 3 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 19–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mercury Topaz | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 21 | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 24 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 16 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 14 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 19 |
| Structure | 0 | 20 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
1990 Mercury Topaz
1990 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.