1993 Ford Tempo vs 1993 Toyota Corolla
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1993 Ford Tempo | 1993 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 227 | 130 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 67 | 38 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 39 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 24–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Tempo | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 61 | 14 |
| Seat Belts | 61 | 14 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 48 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 14 |
| Power Train | 21 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 20 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 9 |
| Structure | 6 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 39 | 0 |
1993 Ford Tempo
1993 Toyota Corolla
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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.