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Ford Mustang Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 15 model years, NHTSA lists 95 recalls and 2,894 owner complaints for the Ford Mustang. Newest model year first. Data as of November 9, 2026.
Ford Mustang by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ford Mustang | 5 | 8 | |
| 2025 Ford Mustang | 6 | 20 | |
| 2024 Ford Mustang | 12 | 85 | |
| 2023 Ford Mustang | 0 | 15 | |
| 2022 Ford Mustang | 9 | 51 | |
| 2021 Ford Mustang | 6 | 55 | |
| 2020 Ford Mustang | 8 | 122 | |
| 2019 Ford Mustang | 6 | 153 | |
| 2018 Ford Mustang | 4 | 197 | |
| 2017 Ford Mustang | 6 | 269 | |
| 2016 Ford Mustang | 5 | 380 | |
| 2015 Ford Mustang | 11 | 439 | |
| 2014 Ford Mustang | 4 | 359 | |
| 2013 Ford Mustang | 6 | 271 | |
| 2012 Ford Mustang | 7 | 470 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Ford models · How these reports are made.
Ford Mustang: questions owners ask
Which Ford Mustang year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Ford Mustang model years with the most are the 2012 (470), 2015 (439) and 2016 (380). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Ford Mustang years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2023 (15), 2022 (51) and 2021 (55), out of 13 model years from 2012 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Ford Mustang have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 14 Ford Mustang model years, 95 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2024 (12), 2015 (11) and 2022 (9). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Ford Mustang years have the most stalling complaints?
201 owner complaints across 13 Ford Mustang model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2016 (35), 2012 (34) and 2015 (28) model years, out of 13 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Mustang years have the most backup camera complaints?
126 owner complaints across 8 Ford Mustang model years describe the rearview or backup camera failing or showing a blank screen. The most were filed for the 2016 (37), 2017 (33) and 2015 (24) model years, out of 8 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Mustang years have the most check engine light complaints?
111 owner complaints across 7 Ford Mustang model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2019 (26), 2016 (23) and 2018 (20) model years, out of 7 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Mustang years have the most rough idle and misfire complaints?
89 owner complaints across 6 Ford Mustang model years describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. The most were filed for the 2018 (27), 2019 (21) and 2016 (15) model years, out of 6 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Mustang years have the most engine failure complaints?
63 owner complaints across 4 Ford Mustang model years describe complete engine failure or a replaced engine. The most were filed for the 2019 (21), 2018 (19) and 2016 (15) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Mustang years have the most overheating complaints?
51 owner complaints across 4 Ford Mustang model years describe the engine overheating or coolant loss. The most were filed for the 2016 (17), 2018 (16) and 2019 (13) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Mustang years have the most headlight and taillight complaints?
26 owner complaints across 2 Ford Mustang model years describe headlights, taillights or brake lights failing or condensation in the lamps. The most were filed for the 2015 (21) and 2024 (5) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Mustang years have the most rust and paint complaints?
24 owner complaints across 2 Ford Mustang model years describe rust, corrosion or peeling paint. The most were filed for the 2012 (19) and 2024 (5) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Mustang years have the most transmission failure complaints?
13 owner complaints across 2 Ford Mustang model years describe transmission failure, slipping or a replaced transmission. The most were filed for the 2018 (8) and 2020 (5) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
How often does the Ford Mustang fail its MOT?
In 2023 UK MOT tests, the Ford Mustang's first-time failure rate ranged from 12.6% for cars first registered in 2010 to 21.2% for 2014, across 10 registration years with at least 100 tests. Older cars fail more often. The most common failure areas were tyres, brakes, visibility (windscreen, wipers, mirrors). Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results.