2003 Ford Mustang GT vs 2005 Ford Mustang GT
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 Ford Mustang GT | 2005 Ford Mustang GT |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 51 | 163 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 1 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 14,490 mi | 44,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang GT | Ford Mustang GT |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 | 58 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 49 |
| Power Train | 15 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 12 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 8 |
| Structure | 1 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 0 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
2003 Ford Mustang GT
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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.