1991 Buick Regal vs 1991 Ford Thunderbird
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 | 1991 Buick Regal | 1991 Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 200 | 112 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 9 | 35 |
| Investigations | 8 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 18–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Regal | Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 114 | 18 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 15 | 14 |
| Seat Belts | 14 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 13 |
| Structure | 20 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 10 |
| Steering | 12 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 27 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 14 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
| Overheating | 0 | 5 |
1991 Buick Regal
1991 Ford Thunderbird
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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.