Model year
2026 Ford Mustang
NHTSA lists 5 recalls and 8 complaints for the 2026 Ford Mustang (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). NHTSA also lists 1 recall and 0 complaints under MUSTANG GTD. Those counts are separate from the numbers above. The components listed on the most complaints are ENGINE (3), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2), SERVICE BRAKES (2). NHTSA rated 3 variants 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 12–26 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,600–$6,850, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2000 311 complaints
- 2001 173 complaints
- 2002 118 complaints
- 2003 145 complaints
- 2004 116 complaints
- 2005 705 complaints
- 2006 424 complaints
- 2007 615 complaints
- 2008 347 complaints
- 2009 181 complaints
- 2010 261 complaints
- 2011 466 complaints
- 2012 469 complaints
- 2013 271 complaints
- 2014 359 complaints
- 2015 438 complaints
- 2016 380 complaints
- 2017 268 complaints
- 2018 196 complaints
- 2019 151 complaints
- 2020 120 complaints
- 2021 55 complaints
- 2022 50 complaints
- 2023 15 complaints
- 2024 84 complaints
- 2025 19 complaints
- 2026 8 complaints
Recalls
26V548000 · Aug 25, 2026
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power.
26V547000 · Aug 25, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
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…
26V418000 · Jun 30, 2026
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
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.
26V205000 · Mar 31, 2026
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer and Mustang vehicles. The engine piston circlips may have been incorrectly installed during manufacturing, which can result in piston failure and engine damage, leading to a loss of drive power.
25V828000 · Dec 1, 2025
ENGINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
Complaints
8 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 2, fire flag on 0, injury field 1, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Other NHTSA names
These names matched the same EPA model but are not included in the headline counts above.
| Name | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| MUSTANG GTD | 1 | 0 |
Investigations
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 DR N/A RWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.079 | NHTSA photo |
| C N/A RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | 5 · possibility 0.079 | — |
| GTD 2 DR N/A RWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.079 | — |
| NO REAR SEAT 2 DR N/A RWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.079 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mustang · 5L · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 24 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
| Mustang · 5L · Manual 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 23 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Mustang · 2.3L · Automatic 10-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 33 | 26 | — | — | $2,600 |
| Mustang Dark Horse · 5L · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 14 | 22 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Mustang Dark Horse · 5L · Manual 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 14 | 22 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Mustang GTD · 5.2L · Automatic (AM-S8) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 10 | 17 | 12 | — | — | $6,850 |
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Check a vehicle
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