2012 Ford Mustang vs 2012 Hyundai Genesis
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 | 2012 Ford Mustang | 2012 Hyundai Genesis |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 469 | 259 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 62 | 99 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–23 | 19–24 |
| Median reported mileage | 29,800 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Hyundai Genesis |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 177 | 39 |
| Air Bags | 158 | 8 |
| Engine | 30 | 68 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 49 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 35 | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 28 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 33 |
| Steering | 16 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 26 | 8 |
| Stalling | 21 | 55 |
| Clunking / rattling | 20 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 20 | 17 |
| Check engine light | 18 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
2012 Ford Mustang
2012 Hyundai Genesis
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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.