2013 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 667 | 271 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 89 | 66 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 32 | 18–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 36,003 mi | 41,185 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Fiesta | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 391 | 48 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 145 |
| Engine | 109 | 22 |
| Structure | 78 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 62 | 18 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 43 | 19 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 47 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 124 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 117 | 5 |
| Stalling | 81 | 13 |
| Check engine light | 38 | 6 |
| Shifting problems | 38 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 28 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 25 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 12 | 5 |
2013 Ford Fiesta
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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.