2026 Ford Mustang
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 4 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 30 |
| 1987 | 38 |
| 1988 | 108 |
| 1989 | 111 |
| 1990 | 87 |
| 1991 | 78 |
| 1992 | 70 |
| 1993 | 102 |
| 1994 | 368 |
| 1995 | 603 |
| 1996 | 246 |
| 1997 | 176 |
| 1998 | 236 |
| 1999 | 213 |
| 2000 | 311 |
| 2001 | 173 |
| 2002 | 118 |
| 2003 | 145 |
| 2004 | 116 |
| 2005 | 705 |
| 2006 | 423 |
| 2007 | 615 |
| 2008 | 347 |
| 2009 | 181 |
| 2010 | 261 |
| 2011 | 466 |
| 2012 | 469 |
| 2013 | 271 |
| 2014 | 359 |
| 2015 | 436 |
| 2016 | 375 |
| 2017 | 265 |
| 2018 | 191 |
| 2019 | 148 |
| 2020 | 119 |
| 2021 | 55 |
| 2022 | 49 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 76 |
| 2025 | 16 |
| 2026 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 5 total reports mentions: wheels.
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On XXX I purchased a new 2026 Ford Mustang GT from the dealership at [XXX] and [XXX] in [XXX] 40 Hrs.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260714
1 of 5 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
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9 days after I purchased this 2026 Mustang GT brand new. The first rain storm. After activating the wipers. Said wipers broke and went flying airborne over the vehicle into traffic. At which point I couldnât see as it was raining heavy.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260614
1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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My Mustang prevented me out of nowhere from going over 80, no warning or driver assistance system were active when the incident happened, this car is brand new only 4k miles when it happened, i pulled over to gas station and restarted it, it didnt...
NHTSA ODI report, 20260719
1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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The 2026 Ford Mustang was off and rolled away out of the driveway colliding with tree, The incident was caught on my Ring Camera, the electrical system vehicle had acting strangely and kept giving warning the trunk was open and had to go open and...
NHTSA ODI report, 20260509
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer and Mustang vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine for missing or mis-installed circlips and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 26V205000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 25V828000 — check if this car was fixed
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
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
2026 Ford Mustang — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 25V828000 (engine) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V418000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V547000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V205000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2026 Ford Mustang reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Ford Mustang?
The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Ford Mustang have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.