2016 Audi A3 Cabriolet vs 2016 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 | 2016 Audi A3 Cabriolet | 2016 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 36 | 370 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 517 | 167 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28 | 19–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 32,000 mi | 37,306 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A3 Cabriolet | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | 74 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 71 |
| Back Over Prevention | 0 | 52 |
| Power Train | 3 | 29 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 15 |
| Structure | 1 | 28 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 19 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 25 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 27 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 21 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 16 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 14 |
| Overheating | 0 | 14 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 13 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 11 |
2016 Audi A3 Cabriolet
2016 Ford Mustang
Compare all Audi A3 Cabriolet vs Ford Mustang years →
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.