1992 Subaru SVX vs 1992 Toyota Tercel
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 Subaru SVX | 1992 Toyota Tercel |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 231 | 24 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 13 | 26 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 24–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru SVX | Toyota Tercel |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 200 | 1 |
| Suspension | 19 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 0 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 3 |
| Wheels | 6 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
1992 Subaru SVX
1992 Toyota Tercel
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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.