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Ford Mustang recalls

DVSA has published 20 safety recalls that name the Ford Mustang since 1999, 16 of them since 2020. Between them they cover at least 49,483 UK vehicles of this model.

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  1. MUSTANG · 25s75 cross carline - low pressure fuel pump potential failure

    31 Jul 2026 · R/2025/369

    Affected vehicles may have an issue with the fuel lift pump that could cause the engine to stall.

    Fix: Update the Power Control Module software.

    • MUSTANG: 367 vehicles · built 2 Jul 2021 to 16 Dec 2021
    • MUSTANG: 178 vehicles · built 11 Jan 2022 to 1 Apr 2022
    • MUSTANG: 229 vehicles · built 19 Apr 2022 to 29 Jul 2022
  2. EDGE, MUSTANG, TRANSIT CONNECT · mvl: rear-view camera distorted and/or loss of image

    28 May 2026 · R/2026/213

    Affected vehicles may have an issue with the rear-view camera. Drivers may experience a distorted or loss of image.

    Fix: Check vehicle and replace camera as required.

    • MUSTANG: 2,850 vehicles · built 20 Jul 2015 to 1 Jun 2016
    • MUSTANG: 1,756 vehicles · built 2 Jun 2016 to 6 Jan 2017
    • MUSTANG: 2,777 vehicles · built 3 Jan 2017 to 2 Oct 2017
    • MUSTANG: 585 vehicles · built 14 Nov 2017 to 13 Jun 2018
    • MUSTANG: 557 vehicles · built 14 May 2018 to 20 Dec 2018
  3. MUSTANG · 26c16 mustang - lane keeping system software update

    23 Apr 2026 · R/2026/173

    According to Ford’s records certain Mustang vehicles may not have the remedy for Compliance Recall 21C11 installed correctly but were recorded as having received the repair successfully. Because the correct software update may not have been installed on these vehicles the underlying condition may still exist therefore these vehicles may still have the incorrect software loaded for the Lane Keeping System (LKS). On affected vehicles not having the latest Lane Keeping System (LKS) software may lead to non-compliance with the current regulations relating to Hands-On-Off (HOO) chime requirements that became effective from April 1 2021. Dealers will update the Image Processing Module A (IPMA) and the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) to the latest available software level free of charge.

    Fix: Dealers will update the Image Processing Module A (IPMA) and the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) to the latest available software level free of charge.

    • MUSTANG: 5 vehicles · built 5 Jan 2021 to 11 Feb 2021
    • MUSTANG: 4 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2021 to 30 Mar 2021
  4. MUSTANG · 25sa7 - mustang - powertrain control module software update

    13 Apr 2026 · R/2026/149

    On affected vehicles equipped with a Ford Performance Whipple Supercharger Upgrade Kit the updated software may not be able to detect module hardware errors leading to unintended acceleration or unintended vehicle movement increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Update the Powertrain Control Module software.

    6 vehicles · built 30 May 2024 to 1 Oct 2024

  5. MUSTANG · 25c83 mustang - powertrain control module software update

    5 Feb 2026 · R/2026/038

    On affected vehicles the software repair for previous recall 20C06 may not have been delivered properly and the underlying condition may still exist. The condition may cause the Gear Shift Indication to recommend gear changes at intervals that do not meet the specification.

    Fix: Update the Powertrain Control Module software and perform an additional verification process to ensure the configuration has been installed correctly.

    2 vehicles · built 26 Aug 2019 to 12 Sep 2019

  6. MUSTANG · 25s92 mustang - potential seat belt anchor pretensioner issue

    9 Dec 2025 · R/2025/530

    Affected vehicles may experience corrosion that can weaken or detach the seatbelt anchor pretensioner cables for both front seats. A corroded pretensioner cable may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash.

    Fix: Replacement parts are not yet available. If corrosion is detected dealers will provide the affected customer with a rental car until replacement seat belt pretensioner parts are available to be installed.

    • MUSTANG: 15 vehicles · built 20 Oct 2014 to 2 Jun 2015
    • MUSTANG: 35 vehicles · built 26 Nov 2019 to 16 Mar 2021
    • MUSTANG: 2,809 vehicles · built 5 Jun 2020 to 22 Dec 2020
    • MUSTANG: 1,769 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2020 to 20 Apr 2021
    • MUSTANG: 2,786 vehicles · built 16 Mar 2021 to 17 Jun 2021
  7. MUSTANG · mustang brake fluid level indicator update

    8 Dec 2025 · R/2025/493

    The software repair for a previous recall may not have been properly delivered to the vehicle. The underlying noncompliance specified in the recall still exists and customers will not receive a warning if there is a reduction in brake fluid below the recommended level in the master cylinder brake fluid reservoir.

    Fix: Update the Body Controller Module (BCM) software and / or replace it if necessary.

    • MUSTANG: 1 vehicle · built 18 Oct 2018 to 18 Oct 2018
    • MUSTANG: 3 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2021 to 11 Feb 2021
    • MUSTANG: 14 vehicles · built 3 Feb 2021 to 11 Mar 2021
    • MUSTANG: 1 vehicle · built 10 Feb 2022 to 20 Feb 2022
    • MUSTANG: 10 vehicles · built 19 Apr 2022 to 1 Sep 2022
  8. MUSTANG · mustang: incorrect homologation details on vin label

    6 Oct 2025 · R/2025/410

    Affected vehicles may not show the correct Homologation regulation on the Vehicle Identification (VIN) label.

    Fix: Replace the VIN label.

    659 vehicles · built 27 Nov 2024 to 16 May 2025

  9. MUSTANG · 25c43 mustang - inspection for water intrusion into the body control module and connectors

    1 Oct 2025 · R/2025/423

    A number of vehicles could potentially be affected by water ingress in the Body Control Module (BCM) leading to corrosion inside. Water ingress into the BCM may prevent exterior lighting components from functioning as intended.

    Fix: Inspect and repair the windscreen for leaks if necessary. Replace BCMs affected by water ingress.

    • MUSTANG: 40 vehicles · built 30 Nov 2023 to 4 Jan 2024
    • MUSTANG: 663 vehicles · built 5 Feb 2024 to 4 Nov 2024
    • MUSTANG: 820 vehicles · built 27 Nov 2024 to 7 Jul 2025
  10. FOCUS, MACH-E, MUSTANG, RANGER, TRANSIT, TRANSIT COURIER, TRANSIT CUSTOM · frozen rearview camera screen

    24 Sep 2025 · R/2025/361

    On affected vehicles there is a potential software issue causing the rear-view camera not to function as intended.

    Fix: Update the Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) software to the latest level.

    33 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2023 to 4 Jan 2024

  11. ECOSPORT, EDGE, EXPLORER, FIESTA, FOCUS, GALAXY, KUGA, MONDEO, MUSTANG, PUMA, RANGER, TOURNEO CUSTOM, TRANSIT, TRANSIT COURIER, TRANSIT CUSTOM · crosscar: sync3 rear-view camera software update

    8 Sep 2025 · R/2025/359

    On affected vehicles a software problem may result in issues with the rear-view camera that reduce the driver’s view or with it remaining on after a reversing event.

    Fix: Update the vehicle software to the latest level.

    • MUSTANG: 2 vehicles · built 22 Aug 2018 to 22 Aug 2018
    • MUSTANG: 27 vehicles · built 11 Oct 2018 to 25 Mar 2019
    • MUSTANG: 5 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2019 to 12 Apr 2019
    • MUSTANG: 18 vehicles · built 27 Aug 2019 to 21 Jan 2020
    • MUSTANG: 2 vehicles · built 30 Oct 2019 to 30 Oct 2019
    • MUSTANG: 7 vehicles · built 29 Jan 2020 to 10 Aug 2020
    • MUSTANG: 6 vehicles · built 5 Jan 2021 to 6 Mar 2021
    • MUSTANG: 7 vehicles · built 26 Jan 2021 to 5 Aug 2021
    • MUSTANG: 3 vehicles · built 31 Jan 2022 to 9 Feb 2022
    • MUSTANG: 3 vehicles · built 13 Jun 2022 to 6 Sep 2022
  12. MUSTANG · 24c35 mustang - potential black instrument panel cluster

    10 Feb 2025 · R/2025/038

    On affected vehicles black Instrument cluster screen may occur randomly and persist until the next time the vehicle is turned on.

    Fix: Update the software in the vehicle’s instrument cluster to the latest level.

    52 vehicles · built 6 Aug 2024 to 19 Aug 2024

  13. MUSTANG · some mustang vehicles have a brake system warning lamp in the vehicle s instrument cluster which may not illuminate if the brake fluid is depleted from the brake fluid reservoir.

    7 Dec 2023 · R/2023/342

    Some Mustang vehicles have a brake system warning lamp in the vehicle�s instrument cluster which may not illuminate if the brake fluid is depleted from the brake fluid reservoir.�

    Fix: Software update�

    2,456 vehicles · built 26 Aug 2019 to 12 Sep 2022

  14. MUSTANG · the image processing module -a (ipma) is not calibrated correctly

    21 Jul 2022 · R/2022/209

    The image processing module may not be calibrated correctly.

    Fix: Update the software of the image processing module.

    2 vehicles · built 14 Feb 2022 to 16 Feb 2022

  15. MUSTANG · faulted signal sent by the powertrain control module

    30 Jun 2022 · R/2022/183

    Various driver assist systems may stop functioning under certain conditions due to a faulted signal sent by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).

    Fix: Reprogram the PCM to the latest available level.

    1,270 vehicles · built 17 May 2018 to 14 Sep 2020

  16. EDGE, FUSION, GT, LINCOLN TOWN CAR, MKX, MKZ, MUSTANG, RANGER · takata air bag inflator may rupture on deployment

    21 Aug 2020 · R/2019/156

    Air bag inflators may not operate as intended

    Fix: Replace air bag inflator

    2,966 vehicles · built 14 Aug 2005 to 21 Jun 2014

  17. MUSTANG · battery wiring harness in engine compartment may have been incorrectly installed

    14 Nov 2018 · R/2018/300

    The battery wiring harness in the engine compartment may have been incorrectly installed

    Fix: Reposition and secure harness.If found to be damaged a new harness is to be installed.

    399 vehicles · built 23 May 2017 to 20 Jun 2018

  18. GT, MUSTANG · front driver side air bag inflator housing may rupture

    12 May 2017 · R/2017/149

    In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver side frontal airbag the front driver side air bag inflator housing may rupture and deploy the airbag abnormally. An inflator rupture could also result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

    Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a revised Airbag Inflator into all affected vehicles.

    16,666 vehicles · built 6 Apr 2004 to 21 Jun 2014

  19. MUSTANG · fire may occur

    3 Mar 2016 · R/2016/022

    There may be reduced clearance between the battery cable wiring loom and the exhaust manifold. There is a possibility that the wiring could contact the manifold and result a short circuit and possible engine compartment fire.

    Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and apply additional heat resistant foil tape to the wiring loom and secure it away from the exhaust manifold using an additional clip fitted to the inner wing panel.

    1,255 vehicles · built 23 Feb 2015 to 1 Dec 2015

  20. EXPLORER, F SERIES, MOUNTAINEER, MUSTANG, RANGER · throttle may not return to idle when cruise control is disengaged

    6 Apr 1999 · R/1999/021

    Certain of the affected vehicles could be fitted with a cruise control cable that may interfere with the cruise control servo pulley and not allow the throttle to return to idle when disengaging the cruise control.

    Fix: Phase 1 - Write to owners advising them to immediately stop using the cruise control system and offering them the option of dealers disabling the system should they so wish. Phase 2 - As soon as replacement cruise control cables become available recall all affected vehicles for replacement of the cable.

    5,363 vehicles · built 1 May 1996 to 31 Mar 1999

Other Ford models

Source: DVSA recalls register, check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk, copy dated 6 Sep 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. A recall is listed here when DVSA names this model in it; the build dates on each recall say which cars it covers, and a registration check confirms your own.