2002 Ford Mustang vs 2002 Toyota Celica
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 Ford Mustang | 2002 Toyota Celica |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 118 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 72 | 95 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 23–28 |
| Median reported mileage | 45,901 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Toyota Celica |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 20 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 22 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 15 | 1 |
| Structure | 10 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 13 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 4 |
| Power Train | 7 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
2002 Ford Mustang
2002 Toyota Celica
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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.