1986 Dodge Colt vs 1986 Ford Mustang
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 | 1986 Dodge Colt | 1986 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 30 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 22 |
| Investigations | 4 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–33 | 18–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Colt | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 21 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 0 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 5 |
| Tires | 0 | 3 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 0 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 1 |
1986 Dodge Colt
1986 Ford Mustang
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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.