Recalls
12campaigns
3 electrical · 2 fuel system · 2 brake
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
82filed
Owner reports, 2017–2026 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Crash tests
5★overall
★★★★★ Frontal 5★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 5★
Source: NHTSA NCAP
Fuel economy
26mpg combined
$2,512/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
2.3 L 4-cyl· 10-speed automatic
8 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (12)
NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns for the 2024 Ford Mustang. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Wiring Harness Ground Connection Failure/FMVSS 104, 108
Electrical system · wiring
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang vehicles. The engine compartment wiring harness ground connections may fracture and result in a loss of drive power, or a loss of function in the windshield washing system, headlights, air conditioning, or engine cooling fan. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," and 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
- Consequence
- A loss of driver power increases the risk of a crash. In addition, a loss of headlight function or windshield washing system function can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the engine compartment wiring harness ground terminals, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in March 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C40. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 28, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported148,663 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 26V547000
Listed for 2024 Ford Mustang. Not checked against your VIN.
Windshield Wiper and Washing System Malfunction
Visibility · windshield wiper/washer · motor
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- Windshield wipers or a washing system that fails to function as intended can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 2, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported67,842 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 26V418000
Listed for 2024 Ford Mustang. Not checked against your VIN.
Exterior Lighting Failure/FMVSS 108
Exterior lighting
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Mustang, and Mustang GTD vehicles. Water may enter the body control module and cause a loss of communication with the exterior lighting, including the license plate light, side marker, and tail lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence
- License plate, side marker, and tail lights that fail to illuminate as intended can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and seal the body seams as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the body control module for corrosion and replace it, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C43.
62.5% repairedof 105,545 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 25V546000
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Blank Instrument Panel Display/FMVSS 101 & 102
Electrical system · instrument cluster/panel
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling one 2024 Mustang vehicle that was repaired incorrectly under recall 24V802. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may not illuminate at startup or while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."
- Consequence
- An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- A dealer will update the instrument panel cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 12, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C35.
100% repairedof 1 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 25V516000
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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 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
- Consequence
- A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, 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 June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
90.4% repairedof 1,076,138 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 25V315000
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Blank Instrument Panel Display/FMVSS 101 & 102
Electrical system · instrument cluster/panel
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may not illuminate at startup or while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."
- Consequence
- An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C35.
96.6% repairedof 6,212 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 24V802000
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Fuel Injectors May Leak
Fuel system, gasoline · fuel injection system · injectors
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2023-2024 Escape, 2024 Mustang, and 2025 Explorer vehicles. The fuel injectors may have been assembled without O-ring support discs, which can result in a fuel leak.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new fuel injector O-rings and O-ring support discs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 7, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S54.
79.2% repairedof 24 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 24V634000
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Rear Suspension Knuckles May Fail
Suspension · rear
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles. The rear suspension knuckles may have a casting defect that causes them to fail, which can result in a loss of vehicle handling and steering control.
- Consequence
- A loss of vehicle handling and steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the rear suspension knuckle as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S49.
84.1% repairedof 4,595 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 24V593000
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Brake Fluid Warning Light May Stay Illuminated
Service brakes, hydraulic · brake fluid low warning · switch/sensor/float
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles. The brake fluid level sensor may not be properly configured after a Body Control Module (BCM) service update, resulting in a constantly illuminated brake fluid level warning light that can conceal a low brake fluid condition.
- Consequence
- An undetected low brake fluid condition can lead to a loss of braking function, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S43.
60% repairedof 10 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 24V496000
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Improperly Secured Clutch Pressure Line
Power train · clutch assembly · linkage · hydraulic hose/fittings
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles. The clutch pressure line may be improperly secured and contact hot exhaust components, which can result in melting of the clutch pressure line and cause a brake fluid leak.
- Consequence
- A melted clutch pressure line can result in a loss of drive power, increases the risk of a crash. A brake fluid leak increases the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the clutch pressure line and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 14, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S36.
87.8% repairedof 8,161 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 24V394000
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Fuel Supply Line May Leak
Fuel system, gasoline · delivery · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines. The low-pressure fuel supply line may be damaged or cut, which can result in a fuel leak.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. In addition, a loss of fuel may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel supply line, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S19.
90.6% repairedof 362 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 24V220000
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NHTSA: Do not drive. NHTSA says owners should not drive these vehicles until the recall repair is done. What a Do Not Drive recall means
Loose Brake Pedal
Service brakes, hydraulic · pedals and linkages
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles. The brake pedal assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a loose brake pedal.
- Consequence
- A loose brake pedal can result in a loss of braking function, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the brake pedal and bracket assembly, 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 23S61.
87.9% repairedof 66 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 23V800000
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Owner complaints (82)
82 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
5involved a crash
0involved a fire
4injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 82 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 38 | 46.3% |
| Unknown or other | 17 | 20.7% |
| Engine | 9 | 11% |
| Exterior lighting | 8 | 9.8% |
| Power train | 8 | 9.8% |
| Service brakes | 7 | 8.5% |
| Air bags | 6 | 7.3% |
| Structure | 6 | 7.3% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 6.1% |
| Back over prevention | 4 | 4.9% |
How 2024 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 (2024)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 7.9%★★★★★
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), 2024 Ford Mustang 2 dr rwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 26 mpg combined
26
mpg combined
22
city
33
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,600
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 341 g/mi
- EPA class
- Subcompact Cars
What it costs you to run
$2,512per year
$209per month
577gallons a year
Miles ÷ 26 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 | 22 / 33 / 26 | $2,600 | 341 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 29 / 24 | $2,800 | 368 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | $3,550 | 467 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 24 / 18 | $3,700 | 492 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 23 / 17 | $3,950 | 515 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 22 / 17 | $3,950 | 535 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 22 / 17 | $3,950 | 524 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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Where to next
2024 Ford Mustang FAQ
How many recalls does the 2024 Ford Mustang have?
NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns: 26V547000 (electrical), 26V418000 (visibility), 25V546000 (lighting), 25V516000 (electrical), 25V315000 (rear camera), 24V802000 (electrical), 24V634000 (fuel system), 24V593000 (suspension), 24V496000 (brake), 24V394000 (power train), 24V220000 (fuel system), 23V800000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2024 Ford Mustang problems?
Owners filed 82 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (38), Unknown or other (17), Engine (9) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2024 Ford Mustang get?
EPA rates the 2.3 L 4-cyl · 10-speed automatic version at 22 city, 33 highway and 26 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2024 Ford Mustang get?
NHTSA rated the 2024 Ford Mustang 2 dr rwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 5 stars rollover (7.9% rollover risk).
How does the 2024 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 2024 drew 82. 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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