1993 Cadillac Seville vs 1993 Ford Thunderbird
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 | 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1993 Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 42 | 423 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 20 | 73 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 17–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Seville | Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 171 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 119 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 37 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 33 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 29 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 11 | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 14 |
| Visibility | 3 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 0 | 27 |
| Stalling | 0 | 14 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 14 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 7 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
1993 Cadillac Seville
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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.