2016 Ford Mustang vs 2018 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 | 2016 Ford Mustang | 2018 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 370 | 186 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 167 | 198 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–25 | 18–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 37,306 mi | 31,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 74 | 53 |
| Electrical System | 71 | 30 |
| Power Train | 29 | 45 |
| Back Over Prevention | 52 | 11 |
| Structure | 28 | 15 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 25 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 19 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 17 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 27 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 21 | 14 |
| Electrical failures | 16 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 14 | 19 |
| Overheating | 14 | 13 |
| Loss of power | 13 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 5 |
2016 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.