2009 Ford Mustang vs 2009 Scion TC
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 | 2009 Ford Mustang | 2009 Scion TC |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 181 | 60 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 27 | 118 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–20 | 23–24 |
| Median reported mileage | 40,000 mi | 45,741 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Scion TC |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 135 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 | 8 |
| Engine | 3 | 15 |
| Structure | 6 | 8 |
| Power Train | 7 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 | 6 |
| Suspension | 6 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 8 |
2009 Ford Mustang
2009 Scion TC
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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.