2004 Ford Mustang vs 2006 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 | 2004 Ford Mustang | 2006 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 116 | 422 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 33 | 27 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 18–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 13,892 mi | 55,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 9 | 228 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 33 | 35 |
| Power Train | 9 | 32 |
| Structure | 4 | 30 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 31 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 29 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 16 |
| Suspension | 7 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 28 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 15 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 11 |
| Water leaks | 0 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 6 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2004 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.