1996 Acura Integra vs 1996 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 | 1996 Acura Integra | 1996 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 36 | 246 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 30 | 151 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 17 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–25 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura Integra | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 82 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 34 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 21 |
| Power Train | 2 | 25 |
| Suspension | 1 | 22 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 0 | 22 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 16 |
| Stalling | 0 | 9 |
1996 Acura Integra
1996 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.