2016 Ford Mustang vs 2017 Ford Mustang
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Ford Mustang | 2017 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 376 | 265 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 167 | 155 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–25 | 18–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 37,611 mi | 41,100 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Back Over Prevention | 52 | 64 |
| Electrical System | 72 | 34 |
| Engine | 75 | 26 |
| Structure | 28 | 39 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 26 | 29 |
| Power Train | 29 | 22 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 16 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 28 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 22 | 8 |
| Electrical failures | 17 | 21 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 14 | 7 |
| Overheating | 14 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 13 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
2016 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.