1994 Ford Mustang vs 1994 Honda Civic
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 | 1994 Ford Mustang | 1994 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 356 | 135 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 125 | 15 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 62 |
| Fire reports | 19 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 26–38 |
| Median reported mileage | 78,490 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 160 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 35 | 56 |
| Power Train | 50 | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 22 | 16 |
| Seats | 25 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 2 |
| Suspension | 17 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 13 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 30 | 0 |
| Stalling | 14 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 11 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
1994 Ford Mustang
1994 Honda Civic
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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.