1996 Ford Mustang vs 1996 Saturn SC
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 Mustang | 1996 Saturn SC |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 246 | 26 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 151 | 3 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 25–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Saturn SC |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 82 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 34 | 4 |
| Power Train | 25 | 2 |
| Suspension | 22 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 16 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 5 |
| Structure | 10 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 22 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 16 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
1996 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.