Electrical system: wiring
NewRisk. A loss of driver power increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has logged 85 owner complaints about the 2024 Ford Mustang, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 12 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-496 the manufacturer reports only 60% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 29, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0.
85 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 41 | 0 |
| Engine | 11 | 0 |
| Power train | 10 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 8 | 0 |
| Air bags | 7 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 1 |
| Structure | 6 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 0 |
| 10 other systems | 21 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
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.
Risk. A loss of driver power increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. Windshield wipers or a washing system that fails to function as intended can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. License plate, side marker, and tail lights that fail to illuminate as intended can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Risk. A loss of vehicle handling and steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. An undetected low brake fluid condition can lead to a loss of braking function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. A melted clutch pressure line can result in a loss of drive power, increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk. A loose brake pedal can result in a loss of braking function, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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
2024 Ford Mustang C RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.