“When putting the vehicle into reverse the backup camera displayed an unusable red fuzzy screen. Backup camera was unable to assist in safely reversing and mirrors and parking sensors had to be used”
Owner complaint, filed Nov 30, 2025
“Ford letter dated june 2023, important safety recall. 22s06, rear view camera and wiring. Parts available. Parts ordered by VIN on jan 31, 202, by- service advisor. Work order 29144. Parts department july 13, 2023 stated parts were not ordered. Ford motor co. Representaive july 13, 2023 stated go to another FORD dealer. Doesn't FORD motor co. Issue a licsence to that dealer to comply with FORD motor co., rules?”
Owner complaint, filed Jul 14, 2023
Complaints and recalls over time
By year of filing
All complaintsAbout the electrical systemRecall (red: the electrical system)NHTSA investigation opened
Complaints about the 2015 Mustang peaked in 2019, with 50 filed that year. No recall on file covers the electrical system, the subject of 11% of the complaints. In 2026 owners filed 12 so far.
Filed Sep 12, 2025332,778 vehiclesFord Motor Company
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. Water and road salt may corrode the front seat belt anchor pretensioner cables.
Risk. A corroded cable can break, preventing the seat belt from properly restraining an occupant, and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy. 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 plugs, and/or inspect and replace the front outboard seat bolts. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 20, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S92. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov September 17, 2025.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera25V572000
Filed Sep 3, 20251,456,417 vehiclesFord Motor Company
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk. 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.
Remedy. 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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera22V082000
Filed Feb 16, 2022330,784 vehiclesFord Motor Company
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera wiring may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.
Risk. A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. 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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S06.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages22V011000
Filed Jan 13, 2022199,085 vehiclesFord Motor Company
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Fusion, Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 Mustang vehicles originally sold or ever registered, in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Hawaii. 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.
Risk. 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 depressing the brake, allowing the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy. 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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S02.
Filed Jun 8, 20202,147,323 vehiclesFord Motor Company
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles. 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.
Risk. A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Remedy. 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 determine if the latches are correct. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 27, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S30.
Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings16V779000
Filed Oct 26, 20166,582 vehiclesFord Motor Company
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles manufactured February 24, 2015, to August 30, 2016. A hose may separate from the engine oil cooler tube assembly causing an oil leak.
Risk. 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.
Remedy. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil cooler tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S40.
Filed Sep 6, 20162,046,297 vehiclesFord Motor Company
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2013-2015 Ford Escape and Ford C-MAX, 2015 Lincoln MKC and Ford Mustang, and 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect vehicles. 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.
Risk. A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Remedy. 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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S30.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper15V832000
Filed Dec 10, 2015461 vehiclesRoush Performance Products, Inc.
Defect. 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, reducing the vehicle's rear braking ability.
Risk. A partial loss of the rear braking system can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy. 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. Owners may contact Roush customer service at 1-800-597-6874.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly15V339000
Filed Jun 2, 201519,095 vehiclesFord Motor Company
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Mustang vehicles manufactured February 14, 2014, to February 10, 2015, and equipped with 2.3L 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.
Risk. 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.
Remedy. 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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S19.
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Mustang vehicles manufactured September 25, 2014, to October 9, 2014. The fuel pressure sensor may not have been seated properly to the fuel jumper line, which may cause a fuel leak.
Risk. 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.
Remedy. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel jumper line, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S27.
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Mustang vehicles manufactured August 18, 2014, to October 2, 2014. 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."
Risk. 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.
Remedy. Ford has notified owners, and dealers will replace the passenger safety belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14C08.
All 11 campaigns on file, newest first.
NHTSA investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
Before a recall there is often an investigation: NHTSA opens one when complaints or manufacturer data point to a safety defect. 3 name the 2015 Mustang.
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureEngineering analysis EA21002Open
Opened Sep 17, 2021airbags
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 2016 Blomquist Report at …
Door Latch FailuresRecall query RQ19005Closed
Opened Dec 19, 2019Closed Feb 7, 2022Led to recall 20V177000door locks and latches
In December 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 235 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging doors failed to latch when closed, and/or inadvertently opened while driving, on model year (MY) 2012-2014 Ford Fiesta, and 2013-2014 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ. Some VOQs reported the failure occurred after the latch had been remedied under a prior recall which involved fracture of the latch pawl spring tab due to thermally induced cyclic fatigue. Other VOQs alleged a similar failure in vehicles not previously recalled. A latch with a fractured pawl …
Door Latch FailurePreliminary evaluation PE16001Closed
Opened Jan 16, 2016Closed Oct 29, 2016Led to recall 16V643000door locks and latches
In January, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation based on consumers' allegations of doors failing to latch and/or inadvertently opening on model year (MY) 2012-2013 Ford Focus vehicles (subject vehicles).ODI has received 464 unique reports related to the alleged problem, with over 200 claiming that the door(s) opened inadvertently while the vehicle was in motion.One consumer alleged an injury that occurred while driving when a door inadvertently opened and then closed on a child's arm.Another alleged that a door that inadvertently opened struck a parked …
Technical service bulletins
145 on file
Repair instructions the manufacturer sent its dealers for the 2015 Mustang. Not recalls: the fix is usually free only while the car is under warranty.
equipment 33electrical system 22engine 21transmission 15body and frame 11steering 6brakes 6seats 6
25N15 S1Service campaignApr 20, 2026unknown or other
Customer Satisfaction Program 25N15 - Supplement #1 Certain 2015-2019 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Rear View Camera Inspection For One-Time Replacement
SSM 54601Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFeb 24, 2026electrical system
Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool or from the label …
22R01 S1Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 29, 2022electrical system
Certain 2014 - 2015 Model Year, Fusion and MKZ and 2015 Model Year Mustang Vehicles Brake Stop Lamps Remain On REF: Safety Recall 22S02 Certain 2014 - 2015 Model Year, Fusion and MKZ and 2015 Model Year Mustang Vehicles Brake Stop Lamps Remain On Submitting Owner Letters and Tech Bulletin
SSM 50804Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 24, 2022electrical system
Some 2013-2023 Ford or Lincoln vehicles with modems activated through FordPass or LincolnWay may experience 12 volt battery drain symptoms when the customer uses non-Ford/Lincoln phone applications as an alternate channel to access vehicle commands such as door lock/unlock, remote start, vehicle location, etc. The battery drain may be caused by excessive …
22R01-S1Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 13, 2022electrical system
Certain 2014 - 2015 Model Year, Fusion and MKZ and 2015 Model Year Mustang Vehicles Brake Stop Lamps Remain On - Under Safety Recall 22S02, in some of the affected vehicles, exposure to a high temperature, high humidity, and high salinity environment is causing the brake pedal stop bumper to disintegrate and fall off on some of the affected vehicles …
22R01Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 25, 2022electrical system
Certain 2014-2015 Model Year, Fusion and MKZ and 2015 Model Year Mustang Vehicles - Brake Stop Lamps Remain On. Under Safety Recall 22S02, in some of the affected vehicles, exposure to a high temperature, high humidity, and high salinity environment is causing the brake pedal "stop bumper" to disintegrate and fall off on some of the affected vehicles …
SSM 50067Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 27, 2021electrical system
Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 and/or P0025. This may be due to small debris causing the VCT solenoid to stick. Before attempting any component diagnosis or replacement of the VCT solenoid, refer to …
Showing the newest 6 of 22 bulletins about the electrical system, and any warranty extensions or service campaigns.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-star safety ratings
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2015 Ford Mustang 2 DR RWD
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2015 Ford Mustang C RWD
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New Car Assessment Program results for this model year. Ratings compare cars of similar size and weight only.
What owners reported
Newest filings
Vehicle Speed Control
Filed Oct 26, 2026TX
While driving my 2015 Ford Mustang at low speed on a city road, I attempted to activate the hazard warning lights. Because the engine Start/Stop button is located close to the hazard light controls, I accidentally pressed the ignition button instead. I pressed the button only briefly, without holding it down or pressing it multiple times. The engine immediately shut off while the vehicle was still moving. This presents a serious safety concern because an inadvertent, momentary button press can disable the engine during normal driving, potentially reducing steering and braking assistance and increasing the risk of a collision. I believe the placement of the ignition button and the system's response to a brief accidental press warrant a safety investigation.
Electrical System
Filed Oct 7, 2026NJ
Safety Recall 22S06 – Incomplete/Failed Recall Repair and Refusal of Coverage Under Ford Recall 22S06, my vehicle was brought to an authorized Ford dealership approximately 3 years ago to address the known rear-view camera harness chafing defect. Rather than replacing the damaged component, the dealership performed a temporary patch repair by wrapping the chafed decklid wiring harness in electrical tape. This temporary repair has now completely failed. The rear-view camera screen displays a blank black screen or "Camera Unavailable" warning while the vehicle is in reverse, eliminating all rear visual awareness and recreating the precise safety hazard targeted by Recall 22S06. I contacted an authorized Ford dealership to have the failed recall harness addressed. The dealership refused to inspect or service the failed recall component unless I agreed to pay an out-of-pocket diagnostic fee. I subsequently escalated the issue to Ford Customer Relationship Center. Ford Corporate refused to offer goodwill assistance, clear the diagnostic requirement, or honor the completion of the recall remedy free of charge. The total loss of the rear-view camera image significantly reduces rearward visibility, creating an immediate safety risk of backover crashes involving pedestrians, children, or property. Because the manufacturer’s initial remedy failed and both corporate and dealer levels refuse free-of-charge remediation, the vehicle remains in a non-compliant, unsafe state. I request th
Steering
Filed Sep 26, 2026IL
While making a slow turn I heard a popping noise then the steering locked up completely. I shit the car off and started it again to regain steering and get the car home. I used FORSCAn to retrieve codes U0401 and U0415 for the PSCM, both codes have same time frame. This indicates the PSCM lost communication with multiple modules at the same time during a low-speed turn, resulting in loss of power steering assist / steering lock. This is a safety issue as described in Ford Recall 19S26, but my VIN does not show this recall as applicable. Vehicle has not been repaired. Codes have not been cleared and are available for inspection.
Power Train
Filed Aug 2, 2026NC
Clutch assembly failed, the metal bracket weld cracked/failed resulting in the clutch pedal being inoperable. It's not available for inspection since I had it replaced and the defective assembly disposed of. My safety was at risk since I had extreme difficulty shifting gears on the road. The issue was confirmed at an independent service center - AAMCO of Huntsville, AL. No other entity inspected the part. The vehicle gave me no warning or indication of a problem other than the difficulty with starting and operating it.
Steering
Filed Jul 26, 2026GA
I am filing a formal safety complaint regarding a catastrophic Electronic Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) failure and severe electrical short circuit on my 2015 Ford Mustang. This vehicle is exhibiting hard fault code B137F:09 (Steering Wheel Left Switch Pack: Component Failure / Short to Ground or Open). This electronic failure creates an immediate, severe safety hazard that goes entirely outside the scope of normal vehicle wear and tear. While driving, the vehicle's steering wheel pulls and jerks violently on its own, actively fighting my manual steering inputs. Furthermore, this internal electronic short creates a massive parasitic electrical draw that prevents the vehicle's computer modules from entering sleep mode when turned off. This has resulted in the primary vehicle battery draining completely flat and causing the vehicle to completely shut down, stall, or lose total electrical power altogether. A vehicle that forcefully steers itself away from the intended path of travel and suffers total electrical shutdown is a clear, life-threatening safety risk to myself and others on the road. Ford Motor Company is fully aware of this dangerous defect. They previously issued Safety Recall 15S18 for a very specific, limited batch of early-production 2015 Mustangs experiencing identical EPAS failures, replacing their steering gears for free. For the remaining 2015 Mustang owners experiencing the exact same hazardous failure, Ford quietly shifted the issue over to a Technical Serv
Back Over Prevention
Filed Jun 4, 202637,000 milesNY
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a black screen. The dealer was made aware of the failure, and the contact was informed that parts needed to be ordered to repair the vehicle. The contact stated the dealer had been contacted several times, and the contact was informed that the parts were unavailable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The contact was informed that the parts were available. The failure mileage was approximately 37,000.
Seat Belts
Filed Jun 4, 2026AR
The driver-side seat belt retractor on my 2015 Ford Mustang GT Premium has failed. The seat belt retracts back into the retractor housing when released; however, it does not lock when pulled sharply and continues to extend freely. I confirmed this by repeatedly performing a rapid pull test while seated in the vehicle. The failure affects the seat belt restraint system because the belt does not appear to engage its locking mechanism. This could increase the risk of injury in a crash because the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant during sudden deceleration or impact. The issue was inspected and confirmed by a Ford dealership service department. The dealer diagnosed the driver-side seat belt retractor as failed and recommended replacement of the retractor assembly. The dealer provided an estimated repair cost of approximately $550 plus tax. The vehicle was inspected by Smith Ford in Conway, Arkansas. The vehicle was also inspected for a separate seat belt recall, and the recall inspection passed. The dealer advised that the failed retractor was not related to the recall and would require customer-paid repair. There were no warning lights, messages, or airbag system warnings present when the failure was discovered. The primary symptom was that the seat belt would retract normally but would not lock during a rapid pull test. The exact date the failure first occurred is unknown, but the condition was identified during normal vehicle operation and later confirmed by th
Structure › Body
Filed Mar 23, 2026MD
My passenger door latch pops open nearly every time I drive on the highway. The latches were previously the subject of Safety Recall 16S30. I had my vehicle inspected by a Ford Dealership. No repairs or work was deemed necessary at that time. In the years since, my door now comes unlatched. Infrequently at first and now with very alarming frequency. Safety Recall 20S30 was issued specifically to address these inspections and recalls being completed ineffectually. Somehow my VIN has been left off of this recall even though it was on the 2016 one. The dealership is trying to charge me nearly $2000 to fix a known safety issue. This seems unreasonable, unfair, and extremely dangerous.
EngineFire
Filed Mar 12, 2026TX
I was driving down the highway with heater on and defrost. All of a sudden I hear a pop and my car started bogging down. I exited the highway to get out of danger, it then had a wrench light ( transmission) pop up and when I parked the car on the access road it started smoking a lot. I turned the vehicle off immediately and when I seen smoke coming from under the hood and into the cab of the car. I lifted the hood after seeing fire in the passenger wheel well. And then in the engine block towards the windshield in the middle of the engine. I am a fire fighter and it appeared to me that the fire was being fed by some kind of substance. Fort Worth Fire department showed up and put the fire out and took a report.
Service Brakes
Filed Mar 8, 2026IN
While driving, I attempted to depress my clutch pedal in order to bring my vehicle to a stop. My clutch pedal only went halfway to the floor. I was able to force it down to the floor using a higher than usual amount of force. After bringing my vehicle to a stop I inspected my clutch pedal and found that it had side to side play resulting from a cracked weld where the clutch pedal was welded to a shaft on the clutch/brake pedal assembly. Upon further research online I discovered that other owners of similarly aged mustangs have had identical issues to what happened to me.
Unknown or Other
Filed Mar 6, 2026TX
The weld that holds the clutch pedal broke causing the clutch pedal to not engage properly. Driving in traffic during a down shift stop almost caused an accident. Which led to not being able to shift gears which left the car unable to drive and left the stranded on the side of the road. The weld that hold the clutch pedal in place is insufficient and weak. While researching this issue I found many instances where this has happened to other drivers.
Back Over Prevention
Filed Feb 5, 2026CA
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION) and 25V614000 (SEAT BELTS). The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a distorted image while the vehicle was in reverse(R), and occasionally a blank screen was displayed. The message "Rear-view Camera Unavailable - Contact Dealer" was displayed. The contact stated that the failure had obstructed the driver's visibility, which prevented the driver from safely operating the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer inspected the rearview camera and informed the contact that the camera had passed the inspection and the recall repair was not needed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
EngineFire
Filed Dec 18, 2025SC
“Charge system service now” came on the dash, battery lost power after about 10 seconds, screen went black, dash went black, car locked up, opened the hood and the engine was on fire, called 911 who came quickly and put the fire out without the entire car burning, insurance later total losses the car. I don’t know if it was the battery or the engine responsible for the failure, because the flames were on the engine and not the battery, but the incident was triggered by a battery warning. I was on the interstate driving 60mph when the car shut off and everything including my headlights and even hazard lights went black. Not only could I have been struck by a car on the interstate, I could have died in a car fire. Because the car locked up, I couldn’t open the trunk or use any electronics. The door could have just as easily locked and trapped us inside a burning car. The car is on a salvage yard, no attempt to replicate has been made. Progressive insurance, and Columbia fire inspected it and found that it was undetermined. “Charge service system now” was the only warning before the infotainment screen shut down to reduce battery usage. Every light on the dash flashed right before everything on the dash went black and power was lost to the entire vehicle.
Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Dec 5, 2025CA
With only 32,885 miles, engine light came on due to (P0456) EVAP small leak. Went to an auto shop and Ford dealer for diagnostic scan. Both technicians found that there is a bit of smoke coming out from the top of the fuel tank due to a small stress crack at the port near the canister vent hose as well as a small crack below fuel pressure sensor tube. New fuel tank replacement was recommended as the crack could not be repaired. Cost to fix is $1,400 parts and $1,200 labor. This small crack nears the fuel tank seems to be a major concern for owners as it could increase the risk of vehicle fire and should be a recall by Ford for immediate remedy.
Electrical System
Filed Nov 30, 2025MD
When putting the vehicle into reverse the backup camera displayed an unusable red fuzzy screen. Backup camera was unable to assist in safely reversing and mirrors and parking sensors had to be used
Seat Belts
Filed Oct 27, 2025CA
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V614000 (SEAT BELTS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Back Over Prevention
Filed Oct 23, 2025SC
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V614000 (Seat Belts) and 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages
Filed Oct 23, 2025115,724 milesMO
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the clutch pedal detached from the brake pedal assembly. Neither an independent mechanic nor a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired; however, the vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 115,724.
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Filed Oct 8, 202578,955 milesNC
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact recently purchased the vehicle. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V331000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who refused to inspect the door latch codes. The contact was informed that it appeared that the recall repair was started; however, it was not completed. The dealer stated that since the remedy was not completed, it could not be finished. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and informed the contact to request the dealer to inspect and verify if the remedy had been completed. The dealer refused and stated that the software did not allow the dealer to inspect the vehicle. The failure mileage was 78,955.
Back Over Prevention
Filed Oct 8, 202530,000 milesCA
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a distorted image while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure obstructed the driver's visibility, preventing the safe operation of the vehicle. The contact stated that the rearview camera had not been working properly since the vehicle was purchased. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
Back Over PreventionCrash
Filed Oct 7, 2025WI
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera intermittently failed to operate as needed while the vehicle was shifted into reverse(R). The contact stated that the camera image either displayed a blank image or the camera displayed an inaccurate distance between objects. As a result, the contact stated that while reversing into the driveway at approximately 5 MPH, the rearview camera displayed an inaccurate image and the distance between the vehicle and another vehicle parked in the driveway. As a result of the discrepancy, the contact struck the parked vehicle, which damaged the rear quarter panel of his vehicle but there was no damage to the other vehicle. Due to the low impact of the crash, the contact was not injured and an air bag did not deploy. There was no Police report filed. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.
Back Over Prevention
Filed Oct 6, 202527,000 milesNJ
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera screen independently turned off and on. In addition, the error message indicated to contact the dealer for assistance. The contact stated that the failure was persistent. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the parts for the recall repair were not available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 27,000.
Back Over Prevention
Filed Oct 3, 202522,000 milesNY
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rearview camera failed to display an image of the rear of the vehicle, compromising the back over prevention system. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the rearview camera. The vehicle was repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); and the VIN was included, but parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 22,000.
Back Over Prevention
Filed Sep 24, 202575,000 milesTX
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received the recall letter related to NHTSA Campaign Number: XXX (Back Over Prevention). While reversing, the camera was flickering. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the dealer informed the contact that the camera needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact stated that the back-over prevention camera was flickering and became inoperable. The key fob and button were not working to open the trunk. The contact had to climb through the vehicle to enter the trunk. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer, [XXX] [XXX] ); who confirmed that the repair was not available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the repair was not available. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Engine
Filed Sep 22, 2025FL
The evaporator is leaking and apparently is a known issue from ford and they didn't report this. The evaporator core is leaking and it blows hot air for a good amount. It draws a lot of power form the system and drops the rpm below idling. Forcing me to rev a cold engine so that it does not stall out.
Back Over Prevention
Filed Aug 13, 2025118,000 milesOR
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V082000 (Back Over Prevention). The vehicle was dropped off at the dealer for service and remained at the dealer for two days. The contact was then informed that the mechanic in charge of servicing the recall was out sick; the dealer was uncertain if the recall repair had been serviced prior to the mechanic's absence. The contact chose to take possession of the vehicle, and the recall was removed from the vehicle. Recently, the contact stated that the trunk failed to open manually or with the key fob. The contact decided to tie a string to the emergency truck release, which was inserted through the back seat to open the trunk. The vehicle was taken to another dealer, where the contact was informed that the wiring to the trunk and backup camera were all connected. The contact was informed that the trunk failure could lead to a rear-view camera failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact was then referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 118,000.
Structure › Body
Filed Jul 26, 2025AZ
Right after picking up my 2015 Ford Mustang from dealer service on July 23, 2025, the hood suddenly flew open while I was driving, completely blocking my view and creating a serious risk of collision. The dealership had performed multiple recalls and a multi-point inspection but did not flag any hood latch issue. The vehicle was released as “safe to drive,” yet this happened immediately after leaving their service. This was an extremely dangerous situation that could have caused a serious accident. The force of the hood flying up also caused major damage to the hood and surrounding components. The dealership took the car back and even offered me a rental, but they are refusing to take responsibility or repair the damage, claiming they are not at fault. I am reporting this because it is a serious safety issue and I want to ensure it is properly investigated to prevent similar incidents. I am also requesting that the dealer or manufacturer repair the damage or reimburse me for the cost to fix it, as this was caused immediately after their service.
Power Train
Filed Jul 25, 2025CT
The 2015 Mustang has been driven about 62,000 miles. The car has not been driven excessively in the 8 + years my wife and I have owned it. I recently heard a noise from the car. I brought the car to a local reputable repair shop. They determined, that there was a problem with the differential. They took the housing case off and found metal shreds in the case. They feel that a bearing failed caused the complete differential failure. I talked to Ford and they have no open recalls for this and recommended contacting the NHTSA. The car is at the repair shop waiting for parts to repair the differential at a cost of approximately $3,000.
Unknown or Other
Filed Jul 18, 2025IL
Ford is refusing to repair the rear camera wiring defect. The dealer attempted multiple times and Ford is refusing to replace it, instead the dealer is asking for $1000 dollars.
Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking
Filed Jul 11, 2025AZ
My vehicle had a recall: Ford recall 22S06 involves 2015-2017 Ford Mustangs due to a potential issue with the rearview camera. The wiring for the rearview camera may be loose or damaged, causing the camera to display a blank or distorted image. This can reduce the driver's visibility behind the vehicle, potentially increasing the risk of a crash. The dealership at Ford Chapman Automobile claims the issue is fixed but they never fixed anything on my backup camera. It was blinking and they said it is normal for this vehicle. My backup camera is not working and they are refusing to fix it. I have contacted Ford but they also refer to the report from the dealership and say according to the dealership the problem is fixed and there is nothing that could do. My car has very limited visibility and this causes problems when backing up.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Filed Jul 10, 202576,000 milesNC
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that the brake pedal bumper fractured, and the brake lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure caused the battery to become drained. The accelerator pedal was stuck and drained the battery. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V011000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). Additionally, the contact resides in North Carolina but had not transferred the New York vehicle registration. The contact called the local dealer and was referred to the manufacturer for assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 76,000.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
Filed Jul 8, 2025NY
See attached document for complaint.
Electrical System
Filed May 27, 2025LA
The passenger side door will open by itself. This happened twice within the last month with a passenger in the seat and once with no passenger. The warning lamp will come with an alert to say that the passenger side door is open. This puts the safety of those in the car at risk of falling out, or possibly an accident if the door completely opens. The vehicle has not yet been inspected by anyone. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request.
Structure
Filed May 1, 202524,000 milesOH
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while closing the trunk, the emblem on the trunk located above the rear license plate detached from the vehicle. The contact stated that the trunk was not slammed, and that the emblem could have fallen off while driving, becoming a possible road hazard. The local dealer was notified of the failure, and the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure, and the contact was transferred to the NHTSA Hotline with the contact’s knowledge. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 24,000.
Power Train
Filed Apr 9, 2025TX
Weld at clutch pedal assembly broke, causing the clutch pedal to bind. This binding prevents the clutch pedal from fully depressing.
Structure › Body
Filed Mar 17, 2025FL
The driver side fills with water during heavy rain. This is not due to a leak in the convertible top or any window seals. The water is coming from below. The water is at risk of causing rust build up, electrical malfunction, and mold growth. The problem has not been reproduced by a dealer or independent service center, every time I bring it up they say they don't cover leaks so I have yet to be able to get it checked out. The vehicle has not been inspected by anyone. There were no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the the first appearance. This has happened numerous times since 6/17/2023
Engine
Filed Jan 22, 2025FL
The most common engine failure issues are associated with the 2.3L EcoBoost engine, which is prone to coolant leaks causing significant damage to the engine.
Suspension
Filed Dec 20, 2024AZ
When driving and going over a bump the rear shock completely ripped from the frame of the car
Electrical System
Filed Dec 11, 2024TX
I am writing to formally request an investigation into a potential recall issue regarding a heated seat module and module plug on my vehicle. Below are the details of my vehicle for your reference: * Make/Model: 2015 Ford Mustang Ecoboost * VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): [XXX] * Mileage: 183,367 I have encountered a burning/melted plastic smell along with smoke coming from my heated/cooled seat module box while operating the vehicle. This issue has impacted safety, and reduced functionality. I have contacted the dealership, and had the part inspected but the issue persists. Upon reviewing similar concerns online and through forums, I noticed other owners reporting comparable problems, starting with many different 2015-2020 ford model vehicles, which leads me to believe this may be a widespread issue. I respectfully request that Ford initiate an investigation to determine if this problem warrants a recall. I also ask for guidance on how to address this issue in the interim to ensure the continued safety of myself and others on the road. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Electrical System
Filed Dec 3, 2024NC
Heated and cooled front seats stopped working. On inspecting the connector plug it is scorched or burned where the ground plug is located.
Electrical SystemCrash2 injured
Filed Nov 15, 2024NV
I was driving on a highway and experienced a total failure of my electrical system which completely shut down with in 15 seconds i lost control of the car as i could not even move the wheel, subsequently T-boned by another car iwhich could not stop fast enough suffering total loss of my car of note prior to the accident (Sunday AM) on friday I had a battery replaced @ Firestone, see reciept attached that was the last repair for the care
Back Over Prevention
Filed Nov 7, 202451,000 milesMI
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that the back-over prevention camera had failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that since the vehicle had not experienced the failure at the time the VIN was attached to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V082000 (Back Over Prevention), the recall was considered closed, and the vehicle could no longer be repaired under the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 51,000.
Exterior Lighting
Filed Oct 25, 202482,000 milesPA
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that before making a left turn the contact switched on the left turn light signal; however, upon making the left turn the contact noticed that the left turn signal on the instrument panel was flashing twice as fast as normal. The contact pulled over to inspect the vehicle. The contact became aware that the taillights were inoperable; however, after restarting the vehicle, the taillights became operable. The following day the contact drove to a local dealer where the vehicle was inspected; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact was informed that the vehicle needed to be diagnosed to determine the cause of the failure. The contact was made aware of SSM: 10144218 and linked it to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000.
Vehicle Speed Control
Filed Oct 9, 2024CA
While driving home, driving speed was 55 mph, car engine bogged down and orange wrench icon illuminated on dash. I was not far from home and was able to continue and "limp" home. Car would not go faster than 10-15 mph. When I parked car in garage and shut car off, the brake lights stayed on. There was no warning lights or anything wrong with car before incident. Car has not been inspected by dealer or service center. Doing further research online, I was directed to look at drivers floorboard for plastic pieces. I did find broken, yellowish colored plastic pieces on floor board. According to others, which have been experiencing the same issue, the brake light switch stop bumper pad has failed. I was able to find a recall (Safety recall 22S02) that has been issued for this problem, but the recall is region specific. I do not live in the regions listed in recall.
Power Train
Filed Sep 23, 2024130,000 milesFL
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH the vehicle was shifting roughly. The contact stated that no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent but became a recurring failure. The contact stated that the failure occurred at various speeds. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the torque converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin Number: 20B27 Torque Converter (Power Train). The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
Fuel System, Gasoline
Filed Sep 18, 202434,000 milesCA
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the RPM's increase rapidly but the vehicle lost motive power. The contact also stated that there was a gasoline odor present inside the vehicle. The check engine and service engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed failures with the fuel tank filler pipe, fuel vapor line, and fuel supply tube. The fuel tank filler pipe was repaired. The fuel vapor line, and fuel supply tube were not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 14V774000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 15V339000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 34,000.
Back Over Prevention
Filed Aug 27, 202488,000 milesCA
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under an unidentified NHTSA Campaign Number; however, two days after the recall remedy was completed, the digital screen failed to display the rearview image as intended but instead displayed a connection error message. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired due to the costs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.
Air Bags
Filed Aug 27, 2024MO
The airbag light is on, the vehicle has not been in an accident. The vehicle has less than 50k miles on it. The bags have never deployed. I did not have this repaired. There is a seatbelt recall that affects airbags... Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Mustang vehicles manufactured August 18, 2014, to October 2, 2014. 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." Does this cause the airbag light to come on???
Engine
Filed Aug 26, 2024NM
Brake lights don’t function brake switch bumper broke off and lights stay on but not bright when brake is depressed. Loss of power random misfire cut from loss of power. Brake switch fault in computer
Wheels
Filed Aug 20, 2024CA
UP -DATE to my previous complaint # 11609504. Ford dealer still had two-piece lock nut for sale at parts counter. Did not mention the recall for Fords two- piece nuts or mention the problem with this nut.
Complaints 1-50 of 439, newest first, reproduced as filed.
It is not among the Mustang years to avoid. Owners filed 439 complaints, against about 225 for a typical Mustang year. The most common complaint is about the electrical system (11%). In NHTSA crash tests it scored 5 stars overall.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Ford Mustang?
The electrical system: 47 of the 439 complaints (11%) are about it. Owners most often say it blanks out the backup camera (15%), smokes or smells of burning (9%) and sets off warning lights on the dash (6%). The typical report comes at 35,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2015 Ford Mustang have?
11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, the most recent filed Sep 12, 2025. The largest, 20V331000, covered 2,147,323 vehicles. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
At what mileage do 2015 Ford Mustang problems start?
Half of the complaints that record an odometer reading came in before 35,000 miles.
Has NHTSA investigated the 2015 Ford Mustang?
Yes, 3 times. The latest, EA21002 ("Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture"), was opened Sep 17, 2021 and is still open.
Are there service bulletins for the 2015 Ford Mustang?
The manufacturer filed 145 technical service bulletins and other notices for it with NHTSA, most of them about the electrical system (22), the engine (21) and the transmission (15). They include a service campaign, 25N15 S1, filed Apr 20, 2026. A bulletin is a repair instruction to dealers, not a recall: the fix is usually free only under warranty.
Reading this record
Complaint volume is well above typical for a single model year.
Complaint counts track how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road as much as they track quality. A common model from 2013 has had a decade to accumulate reports; a rare one from last year has not. The signal worth weighing is in the severity columns, in whether the same component keeps appearing, and in whether the manufacturer eventually opened a recall for it.
Recall repairs are free for as long as the recall stands. Check whether a specific car still has open work at NHTSA's VIN lookup.
Most recent recall on file: Sep 12, 2025. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.