1986 Ford Mustang vs 1987 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 | 1986 Ford Mustang | 1987 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 30 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 22 | 23 |
| Investigations | 5 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–23 | 17–24 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 11 | 17 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 5 |
| Tires | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 3 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 |
1986 Ford Mustang
1987 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.