2003 Acura RSX vs 2003 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 | 2003 Acura RSX | 2003 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 25 | 145 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 71 | 59 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–26 | 17–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 18,300 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura RSX | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 39 |
| Power Train | 8 | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 16 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 11 |
| Seat Belts | 0 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 10 |
| Suspension | 0 | 9 |
| Equipment | 1 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 35 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
2003 Acura RSX
2003 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.