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2010 Ford Mustang vs 2010 Mercedes-Benz E350

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.

Metric2010 Ford Mustang2010 Mercedes-Benz E350
NHTSA complaints260183
Recall campaigns54
Service bulletins (TSBs)35180
Investigations02
Crash reports139
Fire reports20
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)17–2120–21
Median reported mileage45,022 mi65,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentFord MustangMercedes-Benz E350
Air Bags17968
Structure1711
Power Train1314
Electrical System1017
Engine815
Fuel/propulsion System518
Suspension517
Service Brakes811

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling100
Airbag warning light70
Rust / corrosion619
Check engine light08
2010 Mercedes-Benz E350

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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.