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2015 Ford Mustang Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

Typical complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — is about in line with the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
434Complaints
11Recalls
26Crashes
7Fires
19Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Electrical System (14.7% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System64 · 14.7%not available
Engine50 · 11.5%RecalledRecall 16V779000
Service Brakes46 · 10.6%RecalledRecall 15V832000 · Recall 22V011000
Power Train39 · 9%not available
Structure:body37 · 8.5%not available
Back Over Prevention31 · 7.1%RecalledRecall 22V082000 · Recall 25V572000

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

Unspecified / other75 · 17.3%
ENGINE50 · 11.5%
SERVICE BRAKES46 · 10.6%
POWER TRAIN39 · 9%
STRUCTURE:BODY37 · 8.5%
BACK OVER PREVENTION31 · 7.1%
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH29 · 6.7%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM28 · 6.5%
AIR BAGS22 · 5.1%

Percentages are the share of the 434 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 11 campaigns

Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:hoses/lines/piping/fittings

NHTSA campaign 16V779000 · 2016 · reported 10/26/2016

A sudden loss of engine oil may cause engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, an oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

NHTSA campaign 16V643000 · 2016 · reported 09/06/2016

A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Gasoline

NHTSA campaign 14V774000 · 2014 · reported 12/05/2014

A partially seated fuel pressure sensor could cause a fuel odor or a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire in the presence of an ignition source. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly

NHTSA campaign 15V339000 · 2015 · reported 06/02/2015

If the vehicle experiences a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source it can, increase the risk of a vehicle fire. Reduced parking brake function could potentially result in unexpected vehicle movement, which may increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seat Belts

NHTSA campaign 14V649000 · 2014 · reported 10/17/2014

If the tension sensor misclassifies the front passenger, improper passenger air bag deployment may occur, increasing the risk of occupant injury in the event of a vehicle crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper

NHTSA campaign 15V832000 · 2015 · reported 12/10/2015

A partial loss of the rear braking system can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages

NHTSA campaign 22V011000 · 2022 · reported 01/13/2022

A separated brake pedal bumper can cause the brake lights to illuminate continuously, causing confusion to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash.… Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

NHTSA campaign 20V331000 · 2020 · reported 06/08/2020

A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 22V082000 · 2022 · reported 02/16/2022

A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 25V572000 · 2025 · reported 09/04/2025

A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seat Belts:pretensioner

NHTSA campaign 25V614000 · 2025 · reported 09/12/2025

A corroded cable can break, preventing the seat belt from properly restraining an occupant, and increasing the risk of injury during a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“THE A/C SYSTEM SHUT DOWN WHILE TRAVELING ON AN INTERSTATE AND ONLY BLEW HOT AIR. THE ENTIRE A/C SYSTEM AND ITS COMPONENTS HAD TO BE…”NHTSA complaint 11115178 — filed 08/01/2018 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER
“CAR SMOKING AT IDLING AND DRIVING WHITE SMOKE. KNOWN ISSUE OR RECALL AND MY CAR IS EXPERIENCING THIS ISSUE BUT IS NOT SHOWING UP FOR…”NHTSA complaint 11082626 — filed 04/03/2018 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER
“THE EVAPORATOR IS BROKEN AND LEAKING CAUSING A FOUL ODOR IN MY CAR. I'VE LOOKED ONLINE AND NOTICED THAT ALOT OF OTHER PEOPLE ARE EXPERIENCING…”NHTSA complaint 11065781 — filed 01/29/2018 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Mustang?

Unknown or other issues are the most-reported category, cited in 75 of 434 NHTSA complaints (17.3%), followed by electrical system (64), engine (50), service brakes (46). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2015 Ford Mustang have?

434 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 26 involved a crash, 7 involved a fire, and 19 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2015 Ford Mustang have any recalls?

Yes — 11 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 16V779000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2015 Ford Mustang's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.