Ford Mustang recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 21 safety recalls naming the Ford Mustang, launched from 1999 to 2026. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Ford Mustang recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 21
- 1999 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 4 September 2026
- R/2026/345
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Ford Mustang recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
26C32 Mustang - Windshield Wipers and Washer System Potentially Inoperative During Freezing Temperatures
R/2026/345, launched 4 September 2026
Defect: On affected vehicles during freezing temperatures or below the windshield wipers may become inoperative. In other cases the windshield wipers may operate only at the high-speed setting and an inoperative windshield washer system may prevent washer fluid from being effectively used to clean the windshield.
Remedy: Inspect the windshield wiper system and replace the wiper motor if necessary.
25S75 Cross Carline - Low Pressure Fuel Pump Potential Failure
R/2025/369, launched 31 July 2026
Defect: Affected vehicles may have an issue with the fuel lift pump that could cause the engine to stall.
Remedy: Update the Power Control Module software.
MVL: REAR-VIEW CAMERA DISTORTED AND/OR LOSS OF IMAGE
R/2026/213, launched 28 May 2026. Also covers the Edge, Transit Connect
Defect: Affected vehicles may have an issue with the rear-view camera. Drivers may experience a distorted or loss of image.
Remedy: Check vehicle and replace camera as required.
26C16 Mustang - Lane Keeping System Software Update
R/2026/173, launched 23 April 2026
Defect: According to Ford’s records certain Mustang vehicles may not have the remedy for Compliance Recall 21C11 installed correctly but were recorded as having received the repair successfully. Because the correct software update may not have been installed on these vehicles the underlying condition may still exist therefore these vehicles may still have the incorrect software loaded for the Lane Keeping System (LKS). On affected vehicles not having the latest Lane Keeping System (LKS) software may lead to non-compliance with the current regulations relating to Hands-On-Off (HOO) chime requirements that became effective from April 1 2021. Dealers will update the Image Processing Module A (IPMA) and the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) to the latest available software level free of charge.
Remedy: Dealers will update the Image Processing Module A (IPMA) and the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) to the latest available software level free of charge.
25SA7 - Mustang - Powertrain Control Module Software Update
R/2026/149, launched 13 April 2026, 6 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles equipped with a Ford Performance Whipple Supercharger Upgrade Kit the updated software may not be able to detect module hardware errors leading to unintended acceleration or unintended vehicle movement increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Update the Powertrain Control Module software.
25C83 Mustang - Powertrain Control Module Software Update
R/2026/038, launched 5 February 2026, 2 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the software repair for previous recall 20C06 may not have been delivered properly and the underlying condition may still exist. The condition may cause the Gear Shift Indication to recommend gear changes at intervals that do not meet the specification.
Remedy: Update the Powertrain Control Module software and perform an additional verification process to ensure the configuration has been installed correctly.
25S92 Mustang - Potential Seat Belt Anchor Pretensioner Issue
R/2025/530, launched 9 December 2025
Defect: Affected vehicles may experience corrosion that can weaken or detach the seatbelt anchor pretensioner cables for both front seats. A corroded pretensioner cable may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash.
Remedy: Replacement parts are not yet available. If corrosion is detected dealers will provide the affected customer with a rental car until replacement seat belt pretensioner parts are available to be installed.
Mustang Brake Fluid Level Indicator Update
R/2025/493, launched 8 December 2025
Defect: The software repair for a previous recall may not have been properly delivered to the vehicle. The underlying noncompliance specified in the recall still exists and customers will not receive a warning if there is a reduction in brake fluid below the recommended level in the master cylinder brake fluid reservoir.
Remedy: Update the Body Controller Module (BCM) software and / or replace it if necessary.
Mustang: Incorrect Homologation details on VIN label
R/2025/410, launched 6 October 2025, 659 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may not show the correct Homologation regulation on the Vehicle Identification (VIN) label.
Remedy: Replace the VIN label.
25C43 Mustang - Inspection For Water Intrusion Into The Body Control Module And Connectors
R/2025/423, launched 1 October 2025
Defect: A number of vehicles could potentially be affected by water ingress in the Body Control Module (BCM) leading to corrosion inside. Water ingress into the BCM may prevent exterior lighting components from functioning as intended.
Remedy: Inspect and repair the windscreen for leaks if necessary. Replace BCMs affected by water ingress.
Frozen Rearview Camera Screen
R/2025/361, launched 24 September 2025. Also covers the Focus, Mach-E, Ranger, Transit, Transit Courier, Transit Custom
Defect: On affected vehicles there is a potential software issue causing the rear-view camera not to function as intended.
Remedy: Update the Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) software to the latest level.
CrossCar: Sync3 Rear-View Camera Software Update
R/2025/359, launched 8 September 2025. Also covers the EcoSport, Edge, Explorer, Fiesta, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, Mondeo, Puma, Ranger, Tourneo Custom, Transit, Transit Courier, Transit Custom
Defect: On affected vehicles a software problem may result in issues with the rear-view camera that reduce the driver’s view or with it remaining on after a reversing event.
Remedy: Update the vehicle software to the latest level.
24C35 Mustang - Potential black instrument panel cluster
R/2025/038, launched 10 February 2025, 52 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles black Instrument cluster screen may occur randomly and persist until the next time the vehicle is turned on.
Remedy: Update the software in the vehicle’s instrument cluster to the latest level.
Some Mustang vehicles have a brake system warning lamp in the vehicle s instrument cluster which may not illuminate if the brake fluid is depleted from the brake fluid reservoir.
R/2023/342, launched 7 December 2023, 2,456 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Some Mustang vehicles have a brake system warning lamp in the vehicle’s instrument cluster which may not illuminate if the brake fluid is depleted from the brake fluid reservoir.
Remedy: Software update
THE IMAGE PROCESSING MODULE -A (IPMA) IS NOT CALIBRATED CORRECTLY
R/2022/209, launched 21 July 2022, 2 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The image processing module may not be calibrated correctly.
Remedy: Update the software of the image processing module.
FAULTED SIGNAL SENT BY THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE
R/2022/183, launched 30 June 2022, 1,270 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Various driver assist systems may stop functioning under certain conditions due to a faulted signal sent by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
Remedy: Reprogram the PCM to the latest available level.
TAKATA AIR BAG INFLATOR MAY RUPTURE ON DEPLOYMENT
R/2019/156, launched 21 August 2020, 2,966 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Edge, Fusion, GT, Lincoln Town Car, Mkx, Mkz, Ranger
Defect: Air bag inflators may not operate as intended
Remedy: Replace air bag inflator
BATTERY WIRING HARNESS IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY INSTALLED
R/2018/300, launched 14 November 2018, 399 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The battery wiring harness in the engine compartment may have been incorrectly installed
Remedy: Reposition and secure harness.If found to be damaged a new harness is to be installed.
FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG INFLATOR HOUSING MAY RUPTURE
R/2017/149, launched 12 May 2017, 16,666 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the GT
Defect: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver side frontal airbag the front driver side air bag inflator housing may rupture and deploy the airbag abnormally. An inflator rupture could also result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a revised Airbag Inflator into all affected vehicles.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
R/2016/022, launched 3 March 2016, 1,255 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There may be reduced clearance between the battery cable wiring loom and the exhaust manifold. There is a possibility that the wiring could contact the manifold and result a short circuit and possible engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and apply additional heat resistant foil tape to the wiring loom and secure it away from the exhaust manifold using an additional clip fitted to the inner wing panel.
THROTTLE MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE WHEN CRUISE CONTROL IS DISENGAGED
R/1999/021, launched 6 April 1999, 5,363 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Explorer, F Series, Mountaineer, Ranger
Defect: Certain of the affected vehicles could be fitted with a cruise control cable that may interfere with the cruise control servo pulley and not allow the throttle to return to idle when disengaging the cruise control.
Remedy: Phase 1 - Write to owners advising them to immediately stop using the cruise control system and offering them the option of dealers disabling the system should they so wish. Phase 2 - As soon as replacement cruise control cables become available recall all affected vehicles for replacement of the cable.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Ford Mustang, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Ford dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.