2015 Ford Mustang
Common Problems
Ranked from 131 federal NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
16 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Brake Light Switch Pad Failure
31complaintsHigh severityOtherThe brake light switch pad breaks, causing the brake lights to stay on continuously.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Rearview Camera Malfunction
25complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe rearview camera intermittently fails to display images or displays distorted images, reducing the driver's visibility.
$250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Recall Issues with Door Latches and Locks
21complaintsSafety riskOtherIssues with door latches and locks leading to unexpected locking of doors while stationary or during driving.
$200–$600est. door lock/latch repair · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Brake Pedal Stop Bumper Failure
20complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake pedal stop bumper disintegrates, causing the brake lights to stay on and the vehicle to enter limp mode.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 15V832000, 22V011000
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Clutch Pedal Weld Failure
10complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe weld connecting the clutch pedal to its pivot point breaks, causing the pedal to become loose and potentially hit the neutral switch.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 15V832000, 22V011000
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Powertrain Issues
8complaintsSafety riskTransmissionVarious powertrain issues including transmission lockout and electrical failures affect performance and reliability.
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Back Over Prevention Camera Failure
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe rearview camera intermittently fails to display the rear view, increasing the risk of accidents during reversing.
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Backup Camera Malfunction
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe backup camera intermittently malfunctions or displays errors, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of accidents.
$250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Heated Seats Not Working Properly
5complaintsLow severityElectricalHeated seats stop working and produce a burning smell, indicating an electrical issue.
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Steering system failure resulting in loss of control
5complaintsHigh severitySteeringElectric steering fails, causing the vehicle to lose control.
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Brake Pedal Issues
4complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake pedal becomes hard and goes to the floor, requiring emergency braking.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 15V832000, 22V011000
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Door Latch Failure
4complaintsHigh severityOtherThe door latches open unexpectedly while driving, posing a safety risk.
$200–$600est. door lock/latch repair · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Engine Stall at Idle
4complaintsSafety riskEngineThe engine stalls multiple times after startup, accompanied by warning lights and white smoke emission.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V779000
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Passenger Door Unlatching During Driving
4complaintsHigh severityOtherThe passenger door unlatches while the vehicle is in motion, posing a significant safety risk.
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Fuel System Issues
3complaintsMedium severityFuel systemFuel odor inside and outside the vehicle, fuel cap malfunction, and fuel tank door opening randomly.
Related recalls: 14V774000, 15V339000
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Air Conditioning System Failure
2complaintsLow severityOtherThe air conditioning system stops working, leading to uncomfortable driving conditions.
$800–$1,600est. a/c compressor replacement · 3–6 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.