2009 Ford Mustang vs 2010 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 | 2009 Ford Mustang | 2010 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 181 | 260 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 27 | 35 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–20 | 17–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 40,000 mi | 45,022 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 135 | 179 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 | 10 |
| Structure | 6 | 17 |
| Power Train | 7 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 8 |
| Suspension | 6 | 5 |
| Engine | 3 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 7 |
| Stalling | 5 | 10 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
2009 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.