2009 Ford Mustang vs 2009 Toyota Yaris
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 | 2009 Ford Mustang | 2009 Toyota Yaris |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 181 | 92 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 27 | 151 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–20 | 31–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 40,000 mi | 43,383 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Toyota Yaris |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 135 | 44 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 10 |
| Structure | 6 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 8 |
| Suspension | 6 | 6 |
| Seats | 1 | 10 |
| Power Train | 7 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2009 Ford Mustang
2009 Toyota Yaris
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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.