2015 Ford Mustang: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Ford Mustang: 11 recalls, 438 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
11 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #14V649000 · 2014 · 55 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the passenger safety belt tension sensor May misclassify the size of the front passenger seat occupant. This could cause a child size occupant to be classified as an adult and an adult passenger to be classified as a child passenger. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will replace the passenger safety belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2014.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #14V774000 · 2014 · 712 vehicles
What's wrong: The fuel pressure sensor May not have been seated properly to the fuel jumper line, which May cause a fuel leak.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel jumper line, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2014.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #15V339000 · 2015 · 19,095 vehicles
What's wrong: 3l engines. Prolonged exposure to elevated underbody temperatures can cause degradation of the fuel tank and/or fuel vapor lines, which May eventually result in a fuel leak. In addition, this condition could cause seals in the parking brake cable to degrade, potentially affecting parking brake function.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank shield, add thermal patches to the fuel tank and parking brake cable, and add thermal wraps to the fuel vapor lines. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 9, 2015.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #15V832000 · 2015 · 461 vehicles
What's wrong: Roush performance products, Inc. (roush) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford mustang gt roush stage 3 vehicles manufactured April 1, 2015, to October 31, 2015, and equipped with roush extreme duty half shafts. The affected vehicles have a brake caliper guide pin that May not have been sufficiently tightened during installation of the half shafts. As a result, the caliper guide pin May loosen while driving,…
Why it matters: A partial loss of the rear braking system can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Roush will notify owners, and roush-authorized Ford dealers will tighten the caliper guide pin to the proper specification, free of charge. The recall began in February 2016.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #16V643000 · 2016 · 2,046,297 vehicles
What's wrong: A component within the door latches May break, preventing the doors from latching and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Why it matters: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2017.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #16V779000 · 2016 · 6,582 vehicles
What's wrong: A hose May separate from the engine oil cooler tube assembly causing an oil leak.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil cooler tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2017.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #20V331000 · 2020 · 2,147,323 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recalls 15v-246, 16v-643 or 17v-210, however the repair May not have been completed properly. A component within the door latches May break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Why it matters: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the latch date codes to confirm if the repair was done correctly, and replace the side door latches if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to inspect their own vehicle's door latches and enter the date codes into a website to…
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #22V011000 · 2022 · 199,085 vehicles
What's wrong: Exposure to certain environmental conditions, such as high temperatures, high humidity, and salt air can cause the brake pedal bumper to corrode and separate from the brake pedal.
Why it matters: 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. On automatic transmission vehicles, a missing brake pedal bumper can allow the driver to shift the vehicle out of the "park" position without…
The fix: Dealers will replace the brake pedal bumpers and clutch pedal bumpers, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on March 4, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 13, 2022.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #22V082000 · 2022 · 330,784 vehicles
What's wrong: The rearview camera wiring May be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.
Why it matters: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the decklid wiring harness and/or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2022 and June 26, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the 4th quarter of 2022.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V572000 · 2025 · 1,456,417 vehicles
What's wrong: The rearview camera May display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Why it matters: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #25V614000 · 2025 · 332,778 vehicles
What's wrong: Water and road salt May corrode the front seat belt anchor pretensioner cables.
Why it matters: A corroded cable can break, preventing the seat belt from properly restraining an occupant, and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace both front seat belt anchor pretensioner assemblies, as necessary. In addition, dealers will remove sections of the carpet and underlayment that contact the cables. Dealers will also inspect the a-pillar sealing patches, and as necessary, install a-pillar body…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 7 mention a fire, 19 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (75): the most common themes are leaks (14), stalls / loses power (10).
- Electrical (67): the most common themes are electrical failure (24), stalls / loses power (11).
- Engine (51): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (19), leaks (10).
- Brakes (46): the most common themes are warning light on (8), brake failure / soft pedal (5).
The 2015 Ford Mustang has 438 owner complaints, ranking #6 of 37 Mustang model years for complaints (1.8× the average Mustang year). Complaints peaked in 2019 (50 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 34,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2014 (359 complaints, 3 recalls), 2016 (378 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Regular |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 31 | 25 | Regular |
| 3.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 27 | 22 | Regular |
| 3.7 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 28 | 21 | Regular |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 25 | 19 | Regular |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 25 | 19 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Ford Mustang have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 vehicle recalls for the 2015 Ford Mustang. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2015 Ford Mustang problems?
Owners have filed 438 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (75), electrical (67), engine (51).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Ford Mustang get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.3 L, Manual 6-spd), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 Ford Mustang repair manual?
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