1991 Ford Probe vs 1991 Saturn SL
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 Ford Probe | 1991 Saturn SL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 177 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 32 | 2 |
| Investigations | 6 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 24–27 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Probe | Saturn SL |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 142 | 12 |
| Visibility | 13 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 2 |
| Suspension | 5 | 1 |
| Power Train | 4 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 |
1991 Ford Probe
1991 Saturn SL
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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.