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This page covers 16 recalls, 68 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2024 Ford Mustang.
17–26 mpg combined
9–13.8 L/100km
Subcompact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 5 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Electrical system complaints make up the largest share of what 2024 Ford Mustang owners report, covering a range of issues that owners describe but rarely detail precisely enough to form a tight pattern. Engine complaints are the second most-reported category, with several owners describing knocking or unusual noises under load, along with at least one account of a significant mechanical failure tied to the clutch and transmission area shortly after purchase. Exterior lighting draws a smaller but consistent cluster of reports. A handful of owners also describe difficulty getting repairs completed, with vehicles sitting at dealerships for extended periods waiting on parts that owners say Ford has been unable to source, in at least one case, reportedly because the replacement component had not yet been manufactured.
68
Total Complaints
5
Crash-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
The 2024 Ford Mustang has 16 recalls, the most serious involving brake failure, fire risk, and a rear suspension defect that can cause sudden loss of steering control.
Several recalls create fire and drivetrain hazards. On manual transmission models, the clutch pressure line can contact hot exhaust components, melt, and leak fluid, leaving the driver unable to shift gears. The low-pressure fuel supply line on 2.3L engine models can leak fuel near hot components, and fuel injectors missing O-ring support discs can also leak, both raising fire risk. On the brake side, the pedal assembly may be loose and unable to slow the vehicle, and a body control module software update can mask a genuine low brake fluid condition by keeping the warning light permanently lit. Vehicles with a dealer-installed supercharger upgrade kit face a software fault that can disable safety features and cause unexpected acceleration or movement. The rear suspension knuckles may crack or break, causing a sudden loss of handling.
On the electrical and visibility side, the instrument panel cluster can fail to illuminate, hiding the speedometer and warning lights. A prior repair attempt for this issue did not fully resolve it in at least some cases. Water entering through improperly sealed body seams can reach the body control module and knock out taillights, side markers, and license plate lights. The rearview camera can also freeze or go blank when reversing.
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
The supercharger upgrade kit's engine control software may malfunction under certain conditions, disabling safety features and causing unexpected vehicle movement or acceleration.
What the fix does
Ford will mail you instructions to visit a dealership, where technicians will update the engine control software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Body seams may lack proper sealing, allowing water to enter the body control module. This can cause front and rear side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights to malfunction or flicker.
What the fix does
A dealer will inspect the body seams for proper sealing and inspect the body control module. If needed, the module will be replaced.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Water may seep into the body control module, disrupting communication with exterior lights including the license plate, side marker, and tail lights.
What the fix does
Dealers will seal body seams as needed and inspect the body control module for corrosion, replacing it if necessary.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The instrument panel cluster may not light up when you start the vehicle or while driving due to incorrect repair work from a previous recall.
What the fix does
A dealer will update the instrument panel cluster software at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
What the fix does
The accessory protocol interface module software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The instrument panel cluster may fail to light up when you start the vehicle or while driving, leaving gauges and warning lights invisible.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster software at no cost to restore proper illumination.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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A software issue may prevent the instrument panel screen from displaying, blocking your view of the speedometer, warning lights, and malfunction indicators.
What the fix does
Ford will mail you instructions to visit a dealership, where technicians will update the instrument panel cluster software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Fuel injectors may lack O-ring support discs, allowing fuel to leak from the injector assembly.
What the fix does
Dealers will install new fuel injector O-rings and O-ring support discs at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The rear suspension knuckles may have been manufactured improperly and could crack or break, causing sudden loss of vehicle stability.
What the fix does
A dealership will inspect the rear suspension knuckles and replace them if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The rear suspension knuckles may have a manufacturing defect that causes them to fail, resulting in loss of vehicle handling and steering control.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear suspension knuckles as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The brake fluid level sensor may not work correctly after a software update to the vehicle's control module, causing the warning light to stay on constantly and potentially hiding a genuine low brake fluid condition.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the control module software at no cost to restore proper sensor function and warning light operation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The clutch pressure line may not be properly secured to the firewall. It could contact hot exhaust components, melt, and leak fluid, preventing gear changes.
What the fix does
A Ford dealer will inspect the clutch pressure line, replace it if needed, and secure it to the firewall.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The clutch pressure line may not be properly secured and could touch hot exhaust parts, causing it to melt and leak brake fluid.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the clutch pressure line and repair it as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The low-pressure fuel supply line may have been damaged during production, causing fuel to leak in the engine compartment and potentially resulting in loss of power to the wheels.
What the fix does
Ford will mail you instructions to visit a dealership, where technicians will replace the low-pressure fuel supply line.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The low-pressure fuel supply line may become damaged or cut, causing fuel to leak.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the low-pressure fuel supply line at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The brake pedal assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, causing the brake pedal to become loose.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the brake pedal and bracket assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
