2015 Ford Mustang problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 436 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Ford Mustang, filed between 2014-12-29 and 2026-08-02. The most common problem areas are the electrical system (66, 15%), engine (51, 12%) and service brakes (46, 11%). Owners reported 26 crashes, 7 fires and 19 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 11 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2015 Ford Mustang complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 75 | 17% | 5 | 2 | 4 |
| Electrical system | 66 | 15% | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Engine | 51 | 12% | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 46 | 11% | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 45 | 10% | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| Exterior lighting | 42 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 42 | 10% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 41 | 9% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 28 | 6% | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Air bags | 23 | 5% | 11 | 1 | 14 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 21 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 17 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 16 | 4% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 14 | 3% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 10 | 2% | 4 | 0 | 7 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Electrical system: 66 complaints
- 66 complaints of 436 (15%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 11 of them also name the engine; owners reported 3 crashes, 2 fires and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Ford Mustang covers this system.
Engine: 51 complaints
- 51 complaints of 436 (12%) name the engine.
- 11 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 3 fires and 1 injury in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2015 Ford Mustang; the recall, campaign 16V779000, says: “A hose may separate from the engine oil cooler tube assembly causing an oil leak.”
Service brakes: 46 complaints
- 46 complaints of 436 (11%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 5 of them also name the vehicle speed control; owners reported 5 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2015 Ford Mustang; the latest, campaign 22V011000, says: “Exposure to certain environmental conditions, such as high temperatures, high humidity, and salt air can cause the brake pedal bumper to corrode and separate from the brake pedal.”
Structure: 45 complaints
- 45 complaints of 436 (10%) name the structure — the body and frame structure.
- 5 of them also name the latches/locks/linkages; owners reported 4 crashes, 1 fire and 5 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Ford Mustang covers this system.
Exterior lighting: 42 complaints
- 42 complaints of 436 (10%) name the exterior lighting — headlights, tail and brake lights and turn signals.
- 3 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Ford Mustang covers this system.
Power train: 42 complaints
- 42 complaints of 436 (10%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 7 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Ford Mustang covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 48 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 50 |
| 2020 | 48 |
| 2021 | 49 |
| 2022 | 49 |
| 2023 | 45 |
| 2024 | 34 |
| 2025 | 25 |
| 2026 | 9 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names MUSTANG, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Ford Mustang recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Mustang?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Ford Mustang's most common problem areas are the electrical system (66 of 436 complaints), engine (51 of 436 complaints) and service brakes (46 of 436 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Ford Mustang have?
NHTSA has 436 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Ford Mustang, including 26 reported crashes and 7 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Ford Mustang's problems?
NHTSA lists 11 recalls for the 2015 Ford Mustang; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.