2008 Ford Mustang vs 2008 Honda Civic
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 Ford Mustang | 2008 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 347 | 916 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 24 | 75 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 62 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–20 | 24–42 |
| Median reported mileage | 38,000 mi | 50,700 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 240 | 177 |
| Engine | 6 | 156 |
| Visibility | 1 | 112 |
| Suspension | 2 | 99 |
| Structure | 15 | 85 |
| Power Train | 30 | 52 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 51 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 55 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 27 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 15 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 13 |
| Overheating | 0 | 77 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 51 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 8 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 8 |
2008 Ford Mustang
2008 Honda Civic
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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.