1995 Ford Mustang vs 1995 Toyota Tercel
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 | 1995 Ford Mustang | 1995 Toyota Tercel |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 602 | 51 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 123 | 42 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 49 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 29 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–21 | 29–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 83,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Toyota Tercel |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 339 | 3 |
| Power Train | 57 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 27 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 2 |
| Suspension | 34 | 1 |
| Steering | 30 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 24 | 2 |
| Visibility | 15 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 99 | 0 |
| Stalling | 31 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 30 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
1995 Ford Mustang
1995 Toyota Tercel
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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.