2012 Ford Mustang vs 2013 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 | 2012 Ford Mustang | 2013 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 469 | 271 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 62 | 66 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–23 | 18–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 29,800 mi | 41,185 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 158 | 145 |
| Power Train | 177 | 48 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 35 | 19 |
| Engine | 30 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 18 |
| Structure | 23 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 18 | 10 |
| Steering | 16 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 26 | 10 |
| Stalling | 21 | 13 |
| Clunking / rattling | 20 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 20 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 18 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
2012 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.