1996 Ford Mustang vs 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
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 | 1996 Ford Mustang | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 246 | 25 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 151 | 39 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Mitsubishi 3000GT |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 82 | 0 |
| Power Train | 25 | 11 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 34 | 0 |
| Suspension | 22 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 12 | 10 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 16 | 0 |
| Steering | 12 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 22 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 16 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
1996 Ford Mustang
1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
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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.