repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
NewRisk. A blank instrument cluster that fails to display critical safety information, such as vehicle speed or safety system warnings, increases the risk of a crash.
2019 Ford MustangProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 154 owner complaints about the 2019 Ford Mustang, most often about the engine. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-572 the manufacturer reports only 21% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 10, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Ford Mustang has problems
154 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
54Engine
34Electrical system
28Power train
11Engine and engine cooling
9Structure
6Wheels
6Steering
6Latches/locks/linkages
5Service brakes
2311 other systems5 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 54 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 34 | 0 |
| Power train | 28 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 11 | 0 |
| Structure | 9 | 0 |
| Wheels | 6 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 6 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 1 |
| 11 other systems | 23 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2019 Ford Mustang recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk. A rearview camera or reverse light that is disabled reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2022 Q1
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being shifted into park, unintended vehicle movement may result, increasing the risk of injury or…
repaired · 2020 Q2
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, fuel or temperature level, or safety system warnings.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Best & worst years
2019 vs. every other Mustang year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Mustang median. How we score
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- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2019 Ford Mustang safety ratings
2019 Ford Mustang 2 DR RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (9.3% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What Mustang owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, fuel or temperature level, or safety system warnings. Gas pedal doesn't act and doesn't even effect the car's engine. And suddenly it catches up and jerks.
My 2019 ford mustang egoboost with only 59,000 miles has a cylinder three coolant intrusion. This is disappointing, as the only right way to fix this according to Ford, is to replace the whole engine. Nobody should expect to have to fix their entire engine. Now on cold starts coolant is leaking in…
Known engine coolant intrusion problem with the Ford EcoBoost engine. It misfires and was confirmed by a service center that a whole new engine was needed. Car shaking and rumbling-- gas smell. Afraid of it catching fire.
Own a 2019 Mustang?
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