1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs 1997 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 69 | 176 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 56 | 167 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 17 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Camaro | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 38 |
| Power Train | 7 | 29 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 19 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 19 |
| Suspension | 4 | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 12 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 15 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 11 |
| Stalling | 0 | 10 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 6 |
| Overheating | 0 | 5 |
1997 Chevrolet Camaro
1997 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.