2020
Ford Mustang
EPA MPG:
18 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
EPA MPG:
18 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
RECALL ALERT:
There are 7 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 7 recalls on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 7 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 7 recalls on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Overall Reliability
We expect the 2025 Mustang will be much more reliable than the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2024 model, and the Ford brand score.
The 2020 Ford Mustang has been recalled 7 times by NHTSA.
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The 2020 Ford Mustang has been recalled 7 times by NHTSA.
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2020 Sports cars & Convertibles Reliability
No Data Available
Ford vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Overall Reliability Verdict
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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
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Engine Minor
NA
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NA
NA
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NA
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NA
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Engine Cooling
NA
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NA
Engine Electrical
NA
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NA
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NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
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Transmission Major
NA
NA
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NA
NA
NA
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NA
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NA
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Transmission Minor
NA
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NA
NA
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NA
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NA
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Drive System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Exhaust
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Suspension/Steering
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
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Brakes
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
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Climate System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
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Electrical Accessories
NA
NA
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NA
NA
NA
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Body Hardware
NA
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NA
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Paint/Trim
NA
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NA
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NA
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NA
NA
Noises/Leaks
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
In-car Electronics
NA
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NA
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NA
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Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
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2010
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2011*
NA
2012
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2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Powertrain
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
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2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Engine Major
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
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2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Engine Minor
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
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2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Engine Cooling
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Engine Electrical
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Transmission Major
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Transmission Minor
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Drive System
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
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2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
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2009
NA
2010
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2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Fuel System/Emissions
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
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2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Exhaust
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Brakes
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
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2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
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2009
NA
2010
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2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Climate System
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
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2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
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2024*
Build Quality
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Electrical Accessories
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
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2009
NA
2010
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2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
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2023
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Body Hardware
2000
NA
2001
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2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
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2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
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2023
NA
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Paint/Trim
2000
NA
2001
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2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
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2011*
NA
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024*
Noises/Leaks
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011*
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2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
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2023
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2024*
Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005*
NA
2006
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2007
2008
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2009
NA
2010
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2011*
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2012
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2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
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2021
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2022
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2023
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2024*
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive
reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest
subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20
potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and
brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide
data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Jun 27, 2025
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.
Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, 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.
What should you do:
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
25V442000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
200186
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 27, 2023
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.
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."
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
23V727000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
187922
POWER TRAIN
May 27, 2022
A rearview camera or reverse light that is disabled reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Disabled driver assist features (traction control, forward collision warning, blind spot warning, cross traffic indicator) may increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mustang vehicles equipped with 5.0L engines and manual transmissions. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may broadcast an unintended faulted signal to the modules controlling the reverse camera, reverse light, and driver assist features, which may disable all of these functions.
What should you do:
Dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S37.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
22V382000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
25032
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Sep 23, 2020
Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
What should you do:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
20V575000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
620246
SERVICE BRAKES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Sep 23, 2020
A broken brake pedal could affect braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Mustang vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The brake pedal bracket may fracture during sudden stopping.
What should you do:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal bracket assembly, free of charge. The recall began January 26, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S52.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
20V573000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
38005
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
May 27, 2020
If the driver is unaware that the Pre-Collision Assist feature is not operating effectively, they may rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Mustang vehicles equipped a forward-looking camera. The camera may be misaligned to the vehicle and features that are dependent on the camera such as Pre-Collision Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping System, Driver Alert, and Auto High Beam Control may not function as intended.
What should you do:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will perform the Lane Departure Warning System camera alignment procedure, free of charge. This recall began June 17, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S26.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
20V306000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
24
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
May 08, 2020
If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being shifted into park, unintended vehicle movement may result, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Expedition and 2019-2020 Mustang vehicles. The "Transmission Not In Park" warning message and associated chime duration are shorter than intended.
What should you do:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S21.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
20V263000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
10460
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