Recalls
6campaigns
2 electrical · 2 air bag · 1 fuel pump
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
55filed
Owner reports, 2017–2026 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
16 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (6)
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2021 Ford Mustang. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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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 2021-2023 Mustang vehicles repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V727. 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 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C55. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 17, 2025.
35.1% repairedof 2,101 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V689000
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Low Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail
Fuel system, gasoline · delivery · fuel pump
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
- Consequence
- An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
Repair progress not yet reported850,318 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V455000
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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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Passenger Knee Air Bag May Deploy Improperly
Air bags · knee bolster
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang vehicles. An insufficient weld on the front passenger knee air bag may result in an improper air bag deployment.
- Consequence
- An improper air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front passenger knee air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 8, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S07.
74.3% repairedof 327 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 22V083000
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Side Curtain Air Bag May Not Inflate Properly
Air bags · side/window · curtain
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mustang vehicles. The side curtain air bag inflators may have been manufactured with the incorrect amount of compressed gas, which can result in improper air bag inflation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 226, "Ejection Mitigation," and 214, "Side Impact Protection."
- Consequence
- An air bag that does not inflate properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, free of charge. An interim owner notification letter was mailed on February 3, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C37.
76.3% repairedof 93 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (55)
55 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The fuel system is mentioned most often.
4involved a crash
0involved a fire
2injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system | 10 | 18.2% |
| Power train | 9 | 16.4% |
| Engine | 8 | 14.5% |
| Electrical system | 6 | 10.9% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 9.1% |
| Service brakes | 5 | 9.1% |
| Unknown or other | 5 | 9.1% |
| Back over prevention | 4 | 7.3% |
| Suspension | 3 | 5.5% |
| Air bags | 2 | 3.6% |
How 2021 compares with other Mustang years
Best and worst Mustang years →2017265
2018194
2019149
2020120
202155
202250
202315
202482
202518
20268
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2026 | 8 | 5 |
This year (2021)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), 2021 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
- 356 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 | 356 |
| 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 / 29 / 24 | $2,800 | 373 |
| 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 | 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 | 387 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 22 | $3,050 | 397 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 25 / 21 | $3,200 | 415 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 24 / 19 | $3,550 | 479 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 24 / 18 | $3,700 | 490 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | $3,700 | 493 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 22 / 17 | $3,950 | 523 |
| 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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2021 Ford Mustang FAQ
How many recalls does the 2021 Ford Mustang have?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns: 25V689000 (electrical), 25V455000 (fuel pump), 25V442000 (rear camera), 23V727000 (electrical), 22V083000 (air bag), 21V980000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2021 Ford Mustang problems?
Owners filed 55 complaints with NHTSA. Fuel system (10), Power train (9), Engine (8) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2021 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 2021 Ford Mustang get?
NHTSA rated the 2021 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 2021 Mustang compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Ford Mustang model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (55) and the 2017 the most (265). The 2021 drew 55. 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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