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2015 Chevrolet Spark vs 2015 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.

Metric2015 Chevrolet Spark2015 Ford Mustang
NHTSA complaints76436
Recall campaigns511
Service bulletins (TSBs)1,283145
Investigations03
Crash reports426
Fire reports17
NCAP overall rating5/5
EPA MPG (combined)33–11919–25
Median reported mileage37,600 mi36,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChevrolet SparkFord Mustang
Electrical System966
Power Train2542
Engine1151
Service Brakes446
Structure445
Exterior Lighting242
Back Over Prevention041
Fuel/propulsion System728

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling523
Loss of power520
Check engine light514
Electrical failures09
Clunking / rattling08
Rust / corrosion08
Vibration / shaking06
Airbag warning light06

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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.