Head-to-head reliability
FORD Mustang GTD vs Toyota Camry
How the FORD Mustang GTD and Toyota Camry compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
FORD Mustang GTD vs Toyota Camry: The Mustang GTD has 0 complaints over 2 years and 2 wiper motor recalls, while the Camry has 2,056 complaints over 10 years, 31 recalls, and reports of 158 injuries and 1 death. The Camry's higher complaint rate reflects more reported problems. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the FORD Mustang GTD or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
FORD Mustang GTD
The Ford Mustang GTD is a high-performance, low-volume model, and over the two years in this data it has no owner complaints filed with NHTSA. That means there is no reported pattern of things breaking in everyday use, but it also means there is very little real-world reliability information to go on. The only official actions are two recalls for the windshield wiper motor, which is a safety concern if it fails in bad weather. For a buyer, this is a niche car with limited data, so you are relying more on the recall history than on owner feedback.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a mass-market sedan with a long history, and over ten years it has 2,056 complaints, or about 206 per year. The most common areas owners report are the power train, engine, brakes, and electrical system, with symptoms like a stuck ignition key, hesitation and shuddering, delayed acceleration, and brake noises. There are also 171 crash-related complaints, 158 injuries, and one death in the data, which shows that some reported issues have been serious. This is a car with many reported problems, but the volume of complaints also reflects how many are on the road.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | FORD Mustang GTD | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 2,056 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 2 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 171 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 Better | 205.6 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 158 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
FORD Mustang GTD
No component data available.
The only reported issue for the Mustang GTD is a recall for the windshield wiper motor. If the motor fails, the wipers may not work, which can severely limit visibility in rain or snow. Buyers should confirm the recall was performed.
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN385
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER323
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES285
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM237
Owners report the ignition key getting stuck and not coming out even when the car is in Park, sometimes requiring a battery disconnect. Others describe hesitation and shuddering while driving with the check engine light on. These can leave you stranded or cause unsafe driving conditions.
Complaints include delayed throttle response, where pressing the gas pedal does not move the car for several seconds. This lag can be dangerous when merging or pulling out into traffic. The same hesitation and shuddering reported under power train also appears here.
Owners report the electronic parking brake not disengaging, requiring a tow, and a clicking or vibrating noise from the brake pedal area that dealers say comes from the ABS system. Brake problems directly affect your ability to stop safely.
Multiple systems can malfunction at once, including stability control, power steering, blind spot monitoring, and lane keeping. One owner described all of these failing while driving home at night. Losing driver-assist features suddenly can be alarming and reduce safety margins.
“My 2023 Toyota Camry has developed an intermittent defect where the ignition key becomes stuck and cannot be removed even though the dashboard shows the vehicle is in Park. The only way to remove the key is to disconnect the vehicle's battery, which is not a…”
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was hesitating and shuddering, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
FORD Mustang GTD — 2 recalls
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang and 2025-2026 Mustang GTD vehicles. During certain cold temperature conditions, the windshield wipers may function only at their high-speed setting and the washing system may fail to function properly.
The risk: Windshield wipers or a washing system that fails to function as intended can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C32. Vehi…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang and 2025-2026 Mustang GTD vehicles. During certain cold temperature conditions, the windshield wipers may function only at their high-speed setting and the washing system may fail to function properly.
The risk: Windshield wipers or a washing system that fails to function as intended can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C32. Vehi…
Toyota Camry — 31 recalls
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.
The risk: A wheel that detaches from a moving vehicle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the lug nuts, and replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir…
The risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
Buyer analysis
FORD Mustang GTD or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Ford Mustang GTD has far fewer issues per year in this data, with 0 complaints per year versus about 206 per year for the Toyota Camry. In practice, that means you are much less likely to find a long list of owner-reported problems with the Mustang GTD, but the Camry's numbers come from a much larger population over a longer period. The Camry also has crash, injury, and death reports linked to its complaints, while the Mustang GTD has none in this dataset.
Key differences
- The Mustang GTD has 0 complaints over 2 years, while the Camry has 2,056 complaints over 10 years, so the Camry has a much higher reported problem rate per year.
- The Mustang GTD's only reported issue is a windshield wiper motor recall, while the Camry has recalls for wheels, seats, and air bag sensors, plus owner complaints about power train, engine, brakes, and electrical systems.
- Camry owners report serious symptoms like a stuck ignition key, delayed acceleration, and brake noises, while the Mustang GTD has no owner-reported symptoms in this data.
- The Camry data includes 171 crash-related complaints, 158 injuries, and 1 death, while the Mustang GTD has 0 in all three categories.
- Confirm the windshield wiper motor recall has been fixed; if not, the wipers may fail in bad weather.
- Because there are no owner complaints, ask for a full pre-purchase inspection and service history to uncover any unreported issues.
- Test the ignition key removal with the car in Park; if it sticks, it may need a battery disconnect to remove, which is a known complaint.
- Listen for clicking or vibrating from the brake pedal and check that the electronic parking brake engages and disengages properly, as owners report failures and ABS noise.
Before you buy
- For both cars, run the VIN on NHTSA's recall site and confirm all open recalls are repaired before purchase.
- On the Camry, test drive at various speeds and watch for hesitation, shuddering, or delayed acceleration when pressing the gas.
- On the Camry, try starting the car and removing the key in Park multiple times to check for the stuck-key issue.
- On the Mustang GTD, operate the wipers and washer to make sure the motor works, and verify the recall was done.
- Ask for a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic familiar with the model, focusing on the areas owners complain about.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | FORD Mustang GTD | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 | 163 |
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific FORD Mustang GTD or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
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- Comparison
- FORD Mustang GTD vs Toyota Camry
- FORD Mustang GTD total complaints
- 0
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,056
- FORD Mustang GTD total recalls
- 2
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- FORD Mustang GTD avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 205.6
- More reliable overall
- FORD Mustang GTD
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN