1994 Chevrolet Beretta vs 1994 Ford Escort
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 | 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | 1994 Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 85 | 279 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 35 | 81 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 51 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 16 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–25 | 23–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Beretta | Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 3 | 79 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 54 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 28 | 21 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 30 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 30 |
| Suspension | 8 | 18 |
| Power Train | 6 | 19 |
| Visibility | 1 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 14 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 9 |
1994 Chevrolet Beretta
1994 Ford Escort
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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.