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All cars · Ford Mustang · 2023

2023 Ford Mustang. Advanced data.

The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.

Lemon Index–100 = average car
Complaints15NHTSA, first 3 years
Sold48,605U.S. model year
Per 100K sold31complaints

Engines and drivetrains 7

EngineTransmissionDriveCity / hwy / combinedFuelFuel cost/yr
2.3L 4-cyl turboAuto 10-spdRWD22 / 32 / 25Regular$2,500
2.3L 4-cyl turboManual 6-spdRWD21 / 29 / 24Regular$2,600
2.3L 4-cyl turboAuto (S10)RWD20 / 27 / 23Regular$2,700
5.0L 8-cylManual 6-spdRWD15 / 24 / 18Regular$3,450
5.0L 8-cylAuto (S10)RWD15 / 23 / 18Regular$3,450
ElectricAuto (A1)RWD110 / 96 / 103Electricity$750
ElectricAuto (A1)AWD99 / 86 / 93Electricity$800

EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.

Complaints by system

SystemShare of complaints
Steering33%
Electrical33%
Brakes27%
Engine13%
Fuel or ev drive system13%

One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.

Severity, all complaints

TotalCrashesFiresInjuriesDeathsTows
1550003

As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.

Recall campaigns 6

  • 25V689000 Oct 2025 Electrical System / Body Control Module/Bcm

    Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mustang vehicles repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V727. 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."

    Risk. 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.

    Remedy. Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C55. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 17, 2025.

  • 25V442000 Jun 2025 Back Over Prevention / Software

    Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, 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.

    Risk. 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.

    Remedy. Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

  • 25V096000 Feb 2025 Steering / Electric Power Assist System

    Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ford Mustang vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-493. The secondary steering torque sensor may not be calibrated properly, which can cause the steering wheel to turn side to side against the driver's intentions.

    Risk. A steering wheel that turns unintentionally can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy. Dealers will update the power steering control module (PSCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S11.

  • 24V493000 Jun 2024 Steering / Electric Power Assist System

    Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ford Mustang vehicles. The secondary steering torque sensor may not be calibrated properly, which can cause the steering wheel to turn side to side against the driver's intentions.

    Risk. A steering wheel that turns unintentionally can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy. Dealers will update the power steering control module (PSCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S44.

  • 23V727000 Oct 2023 Electrical System / Body Control Module/Bcm

    Defect. 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."

    Risk. 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.

    Remedy. 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.

  • 23V070000 Feb 2023 Power Train / Automatic Transmission

    Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK."

    Risk. The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

    Remedy. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S06.

Manufacturer communications 72

Ford filed 72 service communications for this car with NHTSA.

  • Noise when the brakes are applied
  • During replacement of the electronic power assist system (EPAS) steering gear assembly on…
  • Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Transit, 2021-2023 F-150/Bronco, 2022-2023…

Crash ratings by version

VersionOverallFrontSideRollover
Ford Mustang Convertible C RWDnot ratednot ratednot rated★★★★★
Ford Mustang Coupe 2 DR RWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Safety equipment

Electronic stabilityForward collision warningLane departure warning
StandardStandard & OptionalStandard

YouTube repair topics

100 videos about the 2015–2023 Ford Mustang, 69.7M views.

TopicVideosViews
Infotainment, battery & electrical2777K
Timing chain & engine1289K
Windows, doors & mirrors1202K

Nearby model years

YearLemon IndexComplaintsSoldTop system
2020804661,090Brakes
2021492652,414Transmission & drivetrain
2022623647,566Electrical
2023–1548,605Steering
20242138444,003Electrical
2025–1945,333Lights

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.

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