Is the Ford Mustang Reliable?
1967–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Ford Mustang Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 5 | — | — | 74 | Good |
| 2025 | 2 | 8 | — | — | 76 | Good |
| 2024 | 5 | 66 | — | — | 67 | Good |
| 2023 | 0 | 16 | — | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 2 | 39 | 4 | — | 79 | Good |
| 2021 | 1 | 32 | 3 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 2 | 89 | 5 | — | 76 | Good |
| 2019 | 2 | 88 | — | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 1 | 103 | 4 | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 2 | 167 | 2 | — | 78 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Mustang Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Mustang scores 11 points above the average sports — a strong result.
Known Ford Mustang Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 613 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ford Mustang reliable?+
The Ford Mustang scores 78/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 19 recall campaigns and 613 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Mustang is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 Mustang achieved the highest reliability score of 85/100 with 0 recalls and 16 complaints.
How many miles does a Mustang last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Ford Mustang owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Mustang will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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