1991 Chevrolet Beretta vs 1991 Ford Escort
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 | 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | 1991 Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 49 | 327 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 3 | 59 |
| Investigations | 6 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 61 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 23–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Beretta | Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 20 | 104 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 71 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 59 |
| Power Train | 2 | 30 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | 16 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 19 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 17 |
| Steering | 6 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 0 | 29 |
| Stalling | 0 | 10 |
1991 Chevrolet Beretta
1991 Ford Escort
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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.