1992 Buick Century vs 1992 Ford Taurus
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 | 1992 Buick Century | 1992 Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 45 | 681 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 4 | 83 |
| Investigations | 0 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 52 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 22 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 19–21 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 101,377 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Century | Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 217 |
| Power Train | 6 | 105 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 70 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 12 | 60 |
| Structure | 3 | 67 |
| Steering | 3 | 56 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 49 |
| Suspension | 1 | 48 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 46 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 29 |
| Overheating | 0 | 21 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 17 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 12 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 7 |
1992 Buick Century
1992 Ford Taurus
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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.