2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs 2002 Ford Mustang
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 | 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 68 | 118 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 357 | 72 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 28,500 mi | 45,901 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Camaro | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 22 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 13 |
| Visibility | 11 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 15 |
| Structure | 5 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 5 |
| Stalling | 5 | 17 |
2002 Chevrolet Camaro
2002 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.