2010 Audi S5 vs 2010 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 | 2010 Audi S5 | 2010 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 20 | 260 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 634 | 35 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–19 | 17–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 45,022 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi S5 | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 7 | 179 |
| Power Train | 10 | 13 |
| Structure | 0 | 17 |
| Engine | 3 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 0 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
2010 Audi S5
2010 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.