1992 Mazda MX3 vs 1992 Subaru SVX
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 Mazda MX3 | 1992 Subaru SVX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 44 | 231 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 26 | 13 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–28 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda MX3 | Subaru SVX |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 200 |
| Seat Belts | 30 | 0 |
| Suspension | 6 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 7 |
| Steering | 1 | 5 |
| Wheels | 0 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 9 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
1992 Mazda MX3
1992 Subaru SVX
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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.