1996 Ford Thunderbird vs 1996 Toyota Camry
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 | 1996 Ford Thunderbird | 1996 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 233 | 417 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 115 | 53 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 57 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 85,259 mi | 98,929 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Thunderbird | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 65 | 76 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 46 | 52 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 50 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 47 |
| Visibility | 20 | 26 |
| Steering | 8 | 37 |
| Power Train | 21 | 21 |
| Tires | 13 | 25 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 16 | 12 |
| Stalling | 13 | 30 |
| Overheating | 11 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 9 |
1996 Ford Thunderbird
1996 Toyota Camry
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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.