2017 Chevrolet Camaro vs 2017 Ford Mustang
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Chevrolet Camaro | 2017 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 186 | 265 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,577 | 155 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–25 | 18–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 24,000 mi | 41,100 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Camaro | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 54 | 22 |
| Steering | 57 | 11 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 64 |
| Electrical System | 25 | 34 |
| Engine | 25 | 26 |
| Structure | 5 | 39 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 29 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 37 | 6 |
| Loss of power | 15 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 14 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 12 | 0 |
| Stalling | 10 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
2017 Chevrolet Camaro
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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.