Recalls
8campaigns
3 rear camera · 3 electrical · 1 power train
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
120filed
Owner reports, 2016–2025 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Crash tests
5★overall
★★★★★ Frontal 5★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 5★
Source: NHTSA NCAP
Fuel economy
25mpg combined
$2,612/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
2.3 L 4-cyl· 10-speed automatic
14 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (8)
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for the 2020 Ford Mustang. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
Back over prevention · sensing system · camera
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
- Consequence
- A rearview camera that fails to properly display an 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. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Mustang owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.
1.1% repairedof 1,448,655 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
Back over prevention · software
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
- Consequence
- A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
54.8% repairedof 200,237 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Low Brake Fluid Warning Inoperative/FMVSS 135
Electrical system · body control module/bcm
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Mustang vehicles. The brake fluid level sensor may not activate the visual warning indicator when the brake fluid is low. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
- Consequence
- Without a low brake fluid warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C35.
67.3% repairedof 187,922 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Powertrain Control Module Malfunction
Power train · automatic transmission · control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mustang vehicles equipped with 5.0L engines and manual transmissions. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may broadcast an unintended faulted signal to the modules controlling the reverse camera, reverse light, and driver assist features, which may disable all of these functions.
- Consequence
- A rearview camera or reverse light that is disabled reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Disabled driver assist features (traction control, forward collision warning, blind spot warning, cross traffic indicator) may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S37.
68.3% repairedof 25,032 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Brake Pedal Bracket May Fracture
Service brakes
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Mustang vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The brake pedal bracket may fracture during sudden stopping.
- Consequence
- A broken brake pedal could affect braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal bracket assembly, free of charge. The recall began January 26, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S52.
98.1% repairedof 38,005 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Distorted or Inoperative Rearview Camera/FMVSS 111
Back over prevention · sensing system · camera
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.
82.2% repairedof 620,246 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Front Facing Camera Improperly Calibrated
Electrical system · software
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Mustang vehicles equipped a forward-looking camera. The camera may be misaligned to the vehicle and features that are dependent on the camera such as Pre-Collision Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping System, Driver Alert, and Auto High Beam Control may not function as intended.
- Consequence
- If the driver is unaware that the Pre-Collision Assist feature is not operating effectively, they may rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will perform the Lane Departure Warning System camera alignment procedure, free of charge. This recall began June 17, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S26.
95.8% repairedof 24 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Out Of Park Warning Message and Chime Too Short
Electrical system · instrument cluster/panel
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Expedition and 2019-2020 Mustang vehicles. The "Transmission Not In Park" warning message and associated chime duration are shorter than intended.
- Consequence
- If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being shifted into park, unintended vehicle movement may result, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S21.
86.5% repairedof 10,460 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (120)
120 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
13involved a crash
5involved a fire
8injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 120 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 25 | 20.8% |
| Engine | 25 | 20.8% |
| Power train | 25 | 20.8% |
| Unknown or other | 22 | 18.3% |
| Service brakes | 17 | 14.2% |
| Back over prevention | 12 | 10% |
| Air bags | 8 | 6.7% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 5.8% |
| Structure | 6 | 5% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 3.3% |
How 2020 compares with other Mustang years
Best and worst Mustang years →2016378
2017265
2018194
2019149
2020120
202155
202250
202315
202482
202518
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 378 | 5 |
| 2017 | 265 | 6 |
| 2018 | 194 | 3 |
| 2019 | 149 | 6 |
| 2020 | 120 | 8 |
| 2021 | 55 | 6 |
| 2022 | 50 | 9 |
| 2023 | 15 | 6 |
| 2024 | 82 | 12 |
| 2025 | 18 | 6 |
This year (2020)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 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
RolloverRollover risk 9.3%★★★★★
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), 2020 Ford Mustang 2 dr rwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 25 mpg combined
25
mpg combined
21
city
32
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 354 g/mi
- EPA class
- Subcompact Cars
What it costs you to run
$2,612per year
$218per month
600gallons a year
Miles ÷ 25 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 · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 32 / 25 | $2,700 | 354 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 30 / 24 | $2,800 | 364 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | $2,900 | 387 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 23 | $2,900 | 389 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | $3,050 | 406 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 25 / 19 | $3,550 | 472 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 24 / 18 | $3,700 | 493 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 24 / 18 | $3,700 | 484 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 23 / 17 | $3,950 | 514 |
| 5.2 L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 21 / 16 | $5,150 | 550 |
| 5.2 L 8-cyl · Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 / 18 / 14 | $5,850 | 631 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2020 Ford Mustang FAQ
How many recalls does the 2020 Ford Mustang have?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns: 25V695000 (rear camera), 25V442000 (rear camera), 23V727000 (electrical), 22V382000 (power train), 20V573000 (brake), 20V575000 (rear camera), 20V306000 (electrical), 20V263000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2020 Ford Mustang problems?
Owners filed 120 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (25), Engine (25), Power train (25) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2020 Ford Mustang get?
EPA rates the 2.3 L 4-cyl · 10-speed automatic version at 21 city, 32 highway and 25 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2020 Ford Mustang get?
NHTSA rated the 2020 Ford Mustang 2 dr rwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 5 stars rollover (9.3% rollover risk).
How does the 2020 Mustang compare with other years?
Among the 2016–2021 Ford Mustang model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (55) and the 2016 the most (378). The 2020 drew 120. 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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