2018 Chevrolet Camaro vs 2018 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 | 2018 Chevrolet Camaro | 2018 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 78 | 186 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,275 | 198 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–25 | 18–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 22,000 mi | 31,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Camaro | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 53 |
| Power Train | 16 | 45 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 30 |
| Steering | 17 | 4 |
| Structure | 6 | 15 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 7 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 12 |
| Back Over Prevention | 0 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 8 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 6 |
| Stalling | 6 | 10 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 19 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 14 |
| Overheating | 0 | 13 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
2018 Chevrolet Camaro
2018 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.