1987 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | 1987 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 28 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1 | 23 |
| Investigations | 6 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–20 | 17–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Camaro | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 17 |
| Seat Belts | 13 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 5 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 |
1987 Chevrolet Camaro
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.