repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 Ford MustangProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 122 owner complaints about the 2020 Ford Mustang, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-695 the manufacturer reports only 1% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 28, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Ford Mustang has problems
122 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
26Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
26Power train3 crash/fire/injury
25Engine4 crash/fire/injury
15Service brakes6 crash/fire/injury
12Back over prevention1 crash/fire/injury
8Air bags
7Fuel/propulsion system
6Structure
4Vehicle speed control
3314 other systems8 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 26 | 3 |
| Power train | 26 | 3 |
| Engine | 25 | 4 |
| Service brakes | 15 | 6 |
| Back over prevention | 12 | 1 |
| Air bags | 8 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 1 |
| Structure | 6 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 0 |
| 14 other systems | 33 | 8 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2020 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
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Electrical system: body control module/bcm
Risk. Without a low brake fluid warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
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 · 2023 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Service brakes
Risk. A broken brake pedal could affect braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Electrical system: software
Risk. If the driver is unaware that the Pre-Collision Assist feature is not operating effectively, they may rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the…
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…
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
2020 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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NHTSA crash tests
2020 Ford Mustang safety ratings
2020 Ford Mustang C RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 5 stars (8.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2020 Ford Mustang, and the recalls they led to.
- Rearview Camera FMVSS 111 NoncomplianceLed to recall 26V-104
In owners' words
What Mustang owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Mechanic confirmed internal steering rack failure. Mechanic also confirmed every front suspension component is loose/makes noise. Mechanic informed me that this specific vehicle model and year is known for this steering rack problem. I did further research after getting an over $10,000 bill and…
I suspect an electrical problem/short is causing my passenger side window to open and close about half an inch uncontrollably. This has been a minor inconvenience but last time it happened, it triggered the passenger door to open when driving. I had to pull over to manually secure the door. Very…
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood. The vehicle was unoccupied. The contact inspected the vehicle. The contact stated that the fire was about three inches from the back of the engine, close…
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