2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs 2008 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 845 | 347 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 945 | 24 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 76 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–27 | 16–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 76,000 mi | 38,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cobalt | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 98 | 240 |
| Steering | 309 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 202 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 166 | 15 |
| Power Train | 29 | 30 |
| Engine | 36 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 | 19 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 40 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 77 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 45 | 5 |
| Stalling | 33 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 26 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 24 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 22 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 14 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 0 |
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt
2008 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.