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2019 Ford Mustang
Common Problems

Ranked from 57 federal NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.

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High severity
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Medium
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Low

11 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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  1. 1

    Engine Misfire and Cylinder Failure

    13complaints
    High severityEngine

    Engine misfires and cylinders fail due to coolant intrusion, leading to engine failure and potential fire risks.

    $200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs labor
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  2. 2

    Coolant Intrusion into Engine

    12complaints
    High severityEngine

    Coolant leaks into the engine, causing misfires, overheating, and potentially engine failure.

  3. 3

    Instrument Cluster Malfunction

    11complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The instrument cluster occasionally shows a blank display upon startup or while driving.

    $300–$1,000est. instrument cluster repair/replacement · 1–3 hrs labor
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    Related recalls: 19V076000, 26V372000

  4. 4

    Passenger Side Door Unlatching

    11complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The passenger side door intermittently unlatches while driving, causing the door warning light to illuminate.

  5. 5

    Transmission Shifting Issues

    9complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The 10-speed automatic transmission experiences harsh shifting and hesitation during acceleration.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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    Related recalls: 20V263000, 22V382000

  6. 6

    Backup Camera Malfunctioning

    5complaints
    Low severityOther

    Backup camera malfunctions, displaying poor images or becoming unavailable, reducing safety during reversing.

    $250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs labor
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  7. 7

    Electrical System Failures Causing Dashboard Malfunctions

    4complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    Dashboard displays go blank or malfunction, affecting visibility and safety during driving.

    Related recalls: 19V076000, 26V372000

  8. 8

    Head Gasket Failure

    4complaints
    High severityEngine

    Head gasket failure leads to coolant leakage and engine misfires, often requiring engine replacement.

    $1,400–$2,800est. head gasket replacement · 8–15 hrs labor
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  9. 9

    Automatic Emergency Braking Failure

    2complaints
    High severityBrakes

    The automatic emergency braking system does not function, despite multiple attempts to diagnose and repair the issue.

  10. 10

    Engine Knocking Sound

    2complaints
    Medium severityEngine

    An unusual knocking sound occurs in the engine at low speeds, accompanied by a check engine warning light.

  11. 11

    Power Steering Failure

    2complaints
    Low severitySteering

    Power steering fails, requiring manual steering effort and potentially causing accidents.

    $200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs labor
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Other years & sources

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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.