1997 Ford Mustang vs 1997 Hyundai Tiburon
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 | 1997 Ford Mustang | 1997 Hyundai Tiburon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 176 | 36 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 167 | 66 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 21–23 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Hyundai Tiburon |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 38 | 5 |
| Power Train | 29 | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 19 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 | 6 |
| Suspension | 14 | 2 |
| Parking Brake | 15 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 0 |
| Stalling | 10 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
1997 Ford Mustang
1997 Hyundai Tiburon
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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.