1994 Dodge Spirit vs 1994 Ford Taurus
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 | 1994 Dodge Spirit | 1994 Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 87 | 923 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 46 | 116 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 51 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 23 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–23 | 20–21 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 95,858 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Spirit | Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 289 |
| Power Train | 14 | 269 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 81 |
| Structure | 6 | 64 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 61 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 52 |
| Suspension | 9 | 44 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 48 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 72 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 22 |
| Overheating | 0 | 40 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 23 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 21 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 17 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 7 |
1994 Dodge Spirit
1994 Ford Taurus
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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.