1989 Dodge Daytona vs 1989 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 | 1989 Dodge Daytona | 1989 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 34 | 109 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 20 | 27 |
| Investigations | 3 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 33 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–24 | 18–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Daytona | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 | 46 |
| Seat Belts | 0 | 20 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 6 |
| Structure | 2 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 0 |
| Seats | 0 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 0 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
1989 Dodge Daytona
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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.