Ford Mustang complaints by model year
10,051 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 2025 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| 2024 | 82 | 5 | 0 | 12 |
| 2023 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 6 |
| 2022 | 50 | 4 | 1 | 9 |
| 2021 | 55 | 4 | 0 | 6 |
| 2020 | 120 | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| 2019 | 149 | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| 2018 | 194 | 8 | 1 | 3 |
| 2017 | 265 | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| 2016 | 378 | 13 | 7 | 5 |
| 2015 | 437 | 26 | 7 | 11 |
| 2014 | 359 | 30 | 1 | 3 |
| 2013 | 271 | 16 | 2 | 5 |
| 2012 | 469 | 20 | 2 | 6 |
| 2011 | 466 | 20 | 1 | 4 |
| 2010 | 261 | 13 | 2 | 5 |
| 2009 | 181 | 17 | 2 | 5 |
| 2008 | 347 | 21 | 0 | 5 |
| 2007 | 615 | 46 | 5 | 5 |
| 2006 | 575 | 29 | 4 | 5 |
| 2005 | 868 | 40 | 8 | 5 |
| 2004 | 130 | 24 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | 231 | 22 | 4 | 1 |
| 2002 | 166 | 24 | 7 | 0 |
| 2001 | 249 | 52 | 2 | 1 |
| 2000 | 395 | 62 | 13 | 3 |
| 1999 | 258 | 54 | 2 | 3 |
| 1998 | 300 | 49 | 15 | 4 |
| 1997 | 208 | 19 | 4 | 2 |
| 1996 | 286 | 19 | 8 | 3 |
| 1995 | 616 | 51 | 29 | 5 |
| 1994 | 372 | 22 | 19 | 4 |
| 1993 | 101 | 23 | 29 | 2 |
| 1992 | 69 | 11 | 21 | 1 |
| 1991 | 77 | 5 | 22 | 2 |
| 1990 | 85 | 10 | 30 | 1 |
| 1989 | 109 | 3 | 33 | 1 |
| 1988 | 108 | 2 | 38 | 1 |
| 1987 | 38 | 2 | 13 | 1 |
| 1986 | 30 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| 1985 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| 1984 | 18 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| 1983 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 26 | 57 | 51 | 25 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 34 | 31 | 32 | 25 | 6 | 7 | 5 | 38 | 4 | 2 |
| Power train | 22 | 45 | 28 | 25 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 36 | 23 | 19 | 22 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 17 | 4 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 64 | 12 | 5 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 39 | 15 | 9 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 6 | 5 | 17 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 29 | 12 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Ford Mustang recalls (82)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Mustang model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V547000 | Aug 25, 2026 | Wiring Harness Ground Connection Failure/FMVSS 104, 108 | 2024, 2025, 2026 | — |
| 26V548000 | Aug 25, 2026 | Improperly Manufactured Pistons May Fail | 2026 | — |
| 26V418000 | Jun 30, 2026 | Windshield Wiper and Washing System Malfunction | 2024, 2025, 2026 | — |
| 26V372000 | Jun 9, 2026 | Instrument Cluster May Go Blank on Start-Up/FMVSS 101 | 2019 | — |
| 26V205000 | Mar 31, 2026 | Incorrectly Installed Piston Circlips | 2026 | 76.6% |
| 26V122000 | Mar 3, 2026 | Loss of Drive Power from EGR Valve Failure | 2025 | — |
| 25V828000 | Dec 1, 2025 | Engine Oil Leak May Cause Fire | 2026 | — |
| 25V695000 | Oct 13, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display | 2020 | 1.1% |
| 25V689000 | Oct 10, 2025 | Low Brake Fluid Warning Inoperative/FMVSS 135 | 2021, 2022, 2023 | 35.1% |
| 25V614000 | Sep 12, 2025 | Seat Belt Anchor Pretensioner Cables May Corrode and Break | 2015, 2016, 2017 | — |
| 25V572000 | Sep 3, 2025 | Blank or Distorted Rearview Camera Image | 2015–2019 | 15.4% |
| 25V546000 | Aug 22, 2025 | Exterior Lighting Failure/FMVSS 108 | 2024, 2025 | 62.5% |
| 25V516000 | Aug 8, 2025 | Blank Instrument Panel Display/FMVSS 101 & 102 | 2024 | 100% |
| 25V519000 | Aug 8, 2025 | Headlights May Fail/FMVSS 108 | 2025 | 84.7% |
| 25V455000 | Jul 7, 2025 | Low Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail | 2021, 2022 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2025 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2024 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2023 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2022 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2021 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2020 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2016 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Ford Mustang FAQ
How many recalls has the Ford Mustang had?
NHTSA lists 82 recall campaigns that cover at least one Ford Mustang model year from 1982 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Ford Mustang year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2007 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (615) and the 2021 the fewest (55). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Ford Mustang problems?
Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the engine, electrical system, power train in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Ford Mustang get?
EPA rates the 2026 Ford Mustang at 12 to 26 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.