2002 BMW M3 vs 2002 Ford Mustang
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 | 2002 BMW M3 | 2002 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 40 | 118 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 22 | 72 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 77,500 mi | 45,901 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW M3 | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 22 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 20 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 15 |
| Power Train | 8 | 7 |
| Structure | 4 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 0 | 13 |
| Suspension | 4 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 17 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2002 BMW M3
2002 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.