2018 Audi S5 vs 2018 Ford Mustang
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 | 2018 Audi S5 | 2018 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 26 | 186 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 791 | 198 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24 | 18–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 31,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi S5 | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 9 | 53 |
| Power Train | 2 | 45 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 30 |
| Structure | 1 | 15 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 12 |
| Back Over Prevention | 0 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 19 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 14 |
| Overheating | 0 | 13 |
| Stalling | 0 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
2018 Audi S5
2018 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.