1992 Chevrolet Cavalier vs 1992 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 | 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1992 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 134 | 69 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 13 | 43 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 21 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 17–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cavalier | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 48 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 29 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 15 | 7 |
| Seats | 12 | 1 |
| Visibility | 10 | 3 |
| Steering | 8 | 5 |
| Power Train | 7 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 8 |
1992 Chevrolet Cavalier
1992 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.