1993 Ford Thunderbird vs 1993 Mazda 626
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 Ford Thunderbird | 1993 Mazda 626 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 423 | 122 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 73 | 45 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–20 | 19–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 106,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Thunderbird | Mazda 626 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 171 | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 119 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 17 |
| Power Train | 12 | 42 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 33 | 20 |
| Seat Belts | 29 | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 15 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 27 | 0 |
| Stalling | 14 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
1993 Ford Thunderbird
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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.