2020 Ford Mustang: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 Ford Mustang: 8 recalls, 120 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
8 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical, Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #20V263000 · 2020 · 10,460 vehicles
What's wrong: The "transmission not in park" warning message and associated chime duration are shorter than intended.
Why it matters: If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being shifted into park, unintended vehicle movement May result, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began May 26, 2020.
Forward collision avoidance, Electrical Vehicle recall #20V306000 · 2020 · 24 vehicles
What's wrong: The camera May be misaligned to the vehicle and features that are dependent on the camera such as pre-collision assist, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping system, driver alert, and auto high beam control May not function as intended.
Why it matters: If the driver is unaware that the pre-collision assist feature is not operating effectively, they May rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will perform the lane departure warning system camera alignment procedure, free of charge. This recall began June 17, 2020.
Brakes, Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #20V573000 · 2020 · 38,005 vehicles
What's wrong: The brake pedal bracket May fracture during sudden stopping.
Why it matters: A broken brake pedal could affect braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal bracket assembly, free of charge. The recall began January 26, 2021.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #20V575000 · 2020 · 620,246 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera May intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #22V382000 · 2022 · 25,032 vehicles
What's wrong: 0l engines and manual transmissions. The powertrain control module (PCM) May broadcast an unintended faulted signal to the modules controlling the reverse camera, reverse light, and driver assist features, which May disable all of these functions.
Why it matters: A rearview camera or reverse light that is disabled reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Disabled driver assist features (traction control, forward collision warning, blind spot warning, cross traffic indicator) May increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2022.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V727000 · 2023 · 187,922 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V442000 · 2025 · 200,237 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V695000 · 2025 · 1,448,655 vehicles
What's wrong: The rearview camera May display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Why it matters: A rearview camera that fails to properly display an 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. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 5 mention a fire, 8 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (25): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (15), leaks (6), stalls / loses power (6).
- Electrical (25): the most common themes are electrical failure (8), warning light on (4).
- Engine (25): the most common themes are warning light on (13), stalls / loses power (8), leaks (7).
- Other / unknown (22): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4), electrical failure (4), leaks (3).
The 2020 Ford Mustang has 120 owner complaints, ranking #25 of 37 Mustang model years for complaints (well below the 240 average). Complaints peaked in 2025 (33 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 24,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2019 (149 complaints, 6 recalls), 2021 (55 complaints, 6 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 32 | 25 | Regular |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 24 | Regular |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 25 | 19 | Regular |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 24 | 18 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Ford Mustang have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 vehicle recalls for the 2020 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 2020 Ford Mustang problems?
Owners have filed 120 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (25), electrical (25), engine (25).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Ford Mustang get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.3 L, Automatic (S10)), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2020 Ford Mustang repair manual?
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