2020 Ford Mustang vs 2021 Ford Mustang
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Ford Mustang | 2021 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 120 | 55 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 184 | 148 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–25 | 18–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 24,400 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 25 | 9 |
| Engine | 25 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 25 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 15 | 2 |
| Back Over Prevention | 12 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 10 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 11 | 9 |
| Stalling | 9 | 9 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 9 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 9 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.