Recalls
6campaigns
2 rear camera · 1 seat belt · 1 air bag
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
265filed
Owner reports, 2013–2022 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Crash tests
5★overall
★★★★★ Frontal 5★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 5★
Source: NHTSA NCAP
Fuel economy
24mpg combined
$2,721/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
2.3 L 4-cyl· 6-speed manual
14 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (6)
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2017 Ford Mustang. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Seat Belt Anchor Pretensioner Cables May Corrode and Break
Seat belts · pretensioner
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. Water and road salt may corrode the front seat belt anchor pretensioner cables.
- Consequence
- A corroded cable can break, preventing the seat belt from properly restraining an occupant, and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace both front seat belt anchor pretensioner assemblies, as necessary. In addition, dealers will remove sections of the carpet and underlayment that contact the cables. Dealers will also inspect the A-pillar sealing patches, and as necessary, install A-pillar body plugs, and/or inspect and replace the front outboard seat bolts. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 20, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S92. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov September 17, 2025.
Repair progress not yet reported332,778 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Blank or Distorted Rearview Camera Image
Back over prevention · sensing system · camera
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
- Consequence
- A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
15.4% repairedof 1,456,417 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Blank or Distorted Rearview Camera Image
Back over prevention · sensing system · camera
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera wiring may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.
- Consequence
- A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the decklid wiring harness and/or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2022 and June 26, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the 4th Quarter of 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S06.
37.5% repairedof 330,784 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
Air bags · frontal · passenger side · inflator module
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 and Mustang vehicles. The air bag inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may rupture in the event of a crash.
- Consequence
- An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S26.
85.2% repairedof 650 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Driver's Door may Unlatch in a Crash/FMVSS 206
Latches/locks/linkages · doors · latch
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Mustang vehicles. The return spring for the driver side interior door handle may come loose, allowing the driver's door to unlatch in a side impact crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
- Consequence
- If the door unlatches in a crash it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver-side interior door handle and repair the return spring, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 17C04.
93.7% repairedof 5,470 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Oil Leak from Engine Cooler Hose
Engine and engine cooling · cooling system · hoses/lines/piping/fittings
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles manufactured February 24, 2015, to August 30, 2016. A hose may separate from the engine oil cooler tube assembly causing an oil leak.
- Consequence
- A sudden loss of engine oil may cause engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, an oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil cooler tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S40.
81.1% repairedof 6,582 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (265)
265 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The back over prevention is mentioned most often.
14involved a crash
8involved a fire
11injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 265 |
|---|---|---|
| Back over prevention | 64 | 24.2% |
| Structure | 39 | 14.7% |
| Unknown or other | 36 | 13.6% |
| Electrical system | 34 | 12.8% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 29 | 10.9% |
| Engine | 26 | 9.8% |
| Power train | 22 | 8.3% |
| Seat belts | 16 | 6% |
| Steering | 11 | 4.2% |
| Air bags | 10 | 3.8% |
How 2017 compares with other Mustang years
Best and worst Mustang years →2013271
2014359
2015437
2016378
2017265
2018194
2019149
2020120
202155
202250
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 271 | 5 |
| 2014 | 359 | 3 |
| 2015 | 437 | 11 |
| 2016 | 378 | 5 |
| 2017 | 265 | 6 |
| 2018 | 194 | 3 |
| 2019 | 149 | 6 |
| 2020 | 120 | 8 |
| 2021 | 55 | 6 |
| 2022 | 50 | 9 |
This year (2017)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Overall★★★★★
Frontal crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 4★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
RolloverRollover risk 8.1%★★★★★
Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2017 Ford Mustang 2 dr rwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 24 mpg combined
24
mpg combined
21
city
30
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,800
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 370 g/mi
- EPA class
- Subcompact Cars
What it costs you to run
$2,721per year
$227per month
625gallons a year
Miles ÷ 24 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 30 / 24 | $2,800 | 370 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 30 / 24 | $2,800 | 370 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 24 | $2,800 | 370 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 3.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | $3,200 | 428 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 25 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | $3,700 | 492 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 24 / 18 | $3,700 | 493 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 23 / 17 | $3,950 | 523 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 23 / 17 | $3,950 | 523 |
| 5.2 L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 21 / 16 | $5,150 | 549 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2017 Ford Mustang FAQ
How many recalls does the 2017 Ford Mustang have?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns: 25V614000 (seat belt), 25V572000 (rear camera), 22V082000 (rear camera), 17V529000 (air bag), 17V168000 (latch), 16V779000 (engine). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2017 Ford Mustang problems?
Owners filed 265 complaints with NHTSA. Back over prevention (64), Structure (39), Unknown or other (36) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2017 Ford Mustang get?
EPA rates the 2.3 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual version at 21 city, 30 highway and 24 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2017 Ford Mustang get?
NHTSA rated the 2017 Ford Mustang 2 dr rwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 5 stars rollover (8.1% rollover risk).
How does the 2017 Mustang compare with other years?
Among the 2013–2021 Ford Mustang model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (55) and the 2015 the most (437). The 2017 drew 265. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
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.
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