1996 Ford Mustang vs 1996 Honda Civic
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 Ford Mustang | 1996 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 246 | 305 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 151 | 125 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 67 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 27–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 100,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 82 | 27 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 70 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 34 | 52 |
| Power Train | 25 | 25 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 31 |
| Visibility | 7 | 34 |
| Structure | 10 | 19 |
| Suspension | 22 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 22 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 16 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 8 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 20 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
1996 Ford Mustang
1996 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.