1994 Ford Tempo vs 1994 Honda Accord
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1994 Ford Tempo | 1994 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 161 | 369 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 63 | 73 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 76 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 119,200 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Tempo | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 45 | 84 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 | 58 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 46 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 32 |
| Seat Belts | 36 | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 21 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 22 |
| Power Train | 8 | 21 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 24 | 18 |
| Rust / corrosion | 14 | 6 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
1994 Ford Tempo
1994 Honda Accord
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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.