2008 Ford Mustang vs 2008 Volkswagen Eos
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 | 2008 Ford Mustang | 2008 Volkswagen Eos |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 347 | 47 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 24 | 511 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–20 | 22–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 38,000 mi | 18,472 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Volkswagen Eos |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 240 | 1 |
| Power Train | 30 | 26 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 7 |
| Structure | 15 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 | 1 |
| Engine | 6 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 0 |
| Tires | 5 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 13 |
2008 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.