2024 Ford Mustang: Recalls, Problems & MPG

What's wrong: The brake pedal assembly May have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a loose brake pedal.

Why it matters: A loose brake pedal can result in a loss of braking function, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the brake pedal and bracket assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023.

What's wrong: 3l engines. The low-pressure fuel supply line May be damaged or cut, which can result in a fuel leak.

Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. In addition, a loss of fuel May result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel supply line, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024.

What's wrong: The clutch pressure line May be improperly secured and contact hot exhaust components, which can result in melting of the clutch pressure line and cause a brake fluid leak.

Why it matters: A melted clutch pressure line can result in a loss of drive power, increases the risk of a crash. A brake fluid leak increases the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.

The fix: Dealers will inspect the clutch pressure line and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 14, 2024.

What's wrong: The brake fluid level sensor May not be properly configured after a body control module (bcm) service update, resulting in a constantly illuminated brake fluid level warning light that can conceal a low brake fluid condition.

Why it matters: An undetected low brake fluid condition can lead to a loss of braking function, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will update the body control module (bcm) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024.

What's wrong: The rear suspension knuckles May have a casting defect that causes them to fail, which can result in a loss of vehicle handling and steering control.

Why it matters: A loss of vehicle handling and steering control increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear suspension knuckle as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2024.

What's wrong: The fuel injectors May have been assembled without o-ring support discs, which can result in a fuel leak.

Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

The fix: Dealers will install new fuel injector o-rings and o-ring support discs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 7, 2024.

What's wrong: The instrument panel cluster (ipc) May not illuminate at startup or while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "control and displays" and 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."

Why it matters: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 25, 2025.

What's wrong: A software error May cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

Why it matters: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: The accessory protocol interface module (apim) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, 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…

What's wrong: The instrument panel cluster (ipc) May not illuminate at startup or while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "control and displays" and 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."

Why it matters: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: A dealer will update the instrument panel cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 12, 2025.

What's wrong: Water May enter the body control module and cause a loss of communication with the exterior lighting, including the license plate light, side marker, and tail lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Why it matters: License plate, side marker, and tail lights that fail to illuminate as intended can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and seal the body seams as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the body control module for corrosion and replace it, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2025.

What's wrong: During certain cold temperature conditions, the windshield wipers May function only at their high-speed setting and the washing system May fail to function properly.

Why it matters: Windshield wipers or a washing system that fails to function as intended can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2026.

What's wrong: The engine compartment wiring harness ground connections May fracture and result in a loss of drive power, or a loss of function in the windshield washing system, headlights, air conditioning, or engine cooling fan. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) numbers 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," and 104, "windshield…

Why it matters: A loss of driver power increases the risk of a crash. In addition, a loss of headlight function or windshield washing system function can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the engine compartment wiring harness ground terminals, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in March 2027.

Yes. NHTSA lists 12 vehicle recalls for the 2024 Ford Mustang. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Owners have filed 82 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (38), other / unknown (17), engine (9).

EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.3 L, Automatic 10-spd), across 5 engine and transmission combos.

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