2024 Ford Mustang

▲ Better than typical
2024 Ford Mustang
RENDERED 2026-09-16T11:13:00.345Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Mustang Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2024 highlighted. 1980: 4 complaints 1980 1981: 0 complaints 1982: 1 complaints 1983: 5 complaints 1984: 18 complaints 1985: 16 complaints 1986: 30 complaints 1986 1987: 38 complaints 1988: 108 complaints 1989: 111 complaints 1990: 87 complaints 1991: 78 complaints 1992: 70 complaints 1992 1993: 102 complaints 1994: 368 complaints 1995: 603 complaints 1996: 246 complaints 1997: 176 complaints 1998: 236 complaints 1998 1999: 213 complaints 2000: 311 complaints 2001: 173 complaints 2002: 118 complaints 2003: 145 complaints 2004: 116 complaints 2004 2005: 705 complaints 2006: 423 complaints 2007: 615 complaints 2008: 347 complaints 2009: 181 complaints 2010: 261 complaints 2010 2011: 466 complaints 2012: 469 complaints 2013: 271 complaints 2014: 359 complaints 2015: 436 complaints 2016: 375 complaints 2016 2017: 265 complaints 2018: 191 complaints 2019: 147 complaints 2020: 119 complaints 2021: 55 complaints 2022: 49 complaints 2022 2023: 15 complaints 2024: 75 complaints 2024 2025: 14 complaints 2026: 5 complaints 2026
2024: 75 complaints
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YearComplaints
19804
19810
19821
19835
198418
198516
198630
198738
1988108
1989111
199087
199178
199270
1993102
1994368
1995603
1996246
1997176
1998236
1999213
2000311
2001173
2002118
2003145
2004116
2005705
2006423
2007615
2008347
2009181
2010261
2011466
2012469
2013271
2014359
2015436
2016375
2017265
2018191
2019147
2020119
202155
202249
202315
202475
202514
20265

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 48%

48% of complaints: electrical system — 36 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and horn.

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The contact owns a 2024 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V547000 (Electrical System); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260902

I am extremely disappointed with Ford’s handling of my situation and the lack of customer support for what appears to be a premature major component failure. I own a 2024 Ford Mustang GT with only 56,022 miles.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260803

Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER

I bought a new 2024 Mustang in 11/2024 from Town & Country Ford in Port Arthur, Tx. Days after the purchase, I recieved a voicemail to return asap and was told by the owner that I would recieve a gift card if I did.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260721

ENGINE 12%

12% of complaints: engine — 9 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 9%

9% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 9%

9% of complaints: exterior lighting — 7 distinct reports on file.

BACK OVER PREVENTION 9%

9% of complaints: back over prevention — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rearview system braking and warnings.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20231221 — service brakes, hydraulic

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.

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.

Campaign 23V800000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240404 — fuel system, gasoline

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.

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.

Campaign 24V220000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240614 — power train

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.

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.

Campaign 24V394000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240712 — service brakes, hydraulic

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles.

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.

Campaign 24V496000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240826 — suspension

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.

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.

Campaign 24V593000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20241007 — fuel system, gasoline

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.

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.

Campaign 24V634000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20250225 — electrical system

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may not illuminate at startup or while driving.

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.

Campaign 24V802000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20250912 — electrical system

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.

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.

Campaign 25V516000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20251008 — back over prevention

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,...

Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.

Campaign 25V315000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20251010 — exterior lighting

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Mustang, and Mustang GTD vehicles.

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.

Campaign 25V546000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — visibility

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang and 2025-2026 Mustang GTD vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed July 8, 2026.

Campaign 26V418000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — electrical system

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine compartment wiring harness ground terminals, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed August 31, 2026.

Campaign 26V547000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2024 Ford Mustang — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (36 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 26V418000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 26V547000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 23V800000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V220000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V394000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V496000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V593000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V634000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V802000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V516000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V315000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V546000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1986 ▲ 1987 ▲ 2022

WORST YEARS

■ 2005 ■ 2007 ■ 1995

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FAQ

Is the 2024 Ford Mustang reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Ford Mustang is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Ford Mustang?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2024 Ford Mustang have?

12 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.