1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs 1998 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 173 | 236 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 75 | 173 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 44 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 88,900 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Camaro | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 84 | 13 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 40 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 29 |
| Power Train | 15 | 21 |
| Steering | 8 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 18 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 20 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 13 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
1998 Chevrolet Camaro
1998 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.