The 2026 Ford Mustang has zero owner defect complaints and 3 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. EPA testing covers 12 certified vehicle configurations spanning all-electric, 2.3l 4-cyl, 5l 8-cyl, and 5.2l 8-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 12 to 26 MPG combined. All-electric variants deliver up to 110 MPGe with an estimated range of 320 miles.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 0 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 3 campaigns
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
- • EPA Efficiency: 12–26 MPG (12 variants)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| Mustang Mach-E RWD Extended 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 115 MPGe | 104 MPGe | 110 MPGe | 320 mi | $700 / yr |
| Mustang Mach-E RWD 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 111 MPGe | 103 MPGe | 107 MPGe | 260 mi | $700 / yr |
| Mustang Mach-E AWD Extended 100% Electric | Electric Motor | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 110 MPGe | 98 MPGe | 104 MPGe | 300 mi | $750 / yr |
| Mustang Mach-E AWD 100% Electric | Electric Motor | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 104 MPGe | 96 MPGe | 100 MPGe | 240 mi | $750 / yr |
| Mustang Mach-E GT 100% Electric | Electric Motor | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 95 MPGe | 85 MPGe | 90 MPGe | 280 mi | $850 / yr |
| Mustang Mach-E Rally 100% Electric | Electric Motor | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 89 MPGe | 78 MPGe | 84 MPGe | 255 mi | $900 / yr |
| Mustang | 2.3L 4-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 10-spd | 22 MPG | 33 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $2,350 / yr |
| Mustang | 5L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S10) | 16 MPG | 24 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $3,250 / yr |
| Mustang | 5L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 15 MPG | 23 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $3,400 / yr |
| Mustang Dark Horse | 5L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S10) | 14 MPG | 22 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $3,600 / yr |
| Mustang Dark Horse | 5L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 14 MPG | 22 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $3,600 / yr |
| Mustang GTD | 5.2L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 10 MPG | 17 MPG | 12 MPG | — | $6,350 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
Electric Range & Charging: The 2026 Ford Mustang provides an official EPA-rated driving range of up to 320 miles on a single battery charge.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| MACH-E BEV SUV BEV AWD | | | | | 8.6% |
| MACH-E BEV SUV BEV RWD | | | | | 9.5% |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as No and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2026 Ford Mustang models.
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Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2026 Ford Mustang problems & component breakdown (0 categories) →
Affected Component: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Defect Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang and 2025-2026 Mustang GTD vehicles. During certain cold temperature conditions, the windshield wipers may function only at their high-speed setting and the washing system may fail to function properly.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C32. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 2, 2026.
Affected Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Defect Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer and Mustang vehicles. The engine piston circlips may have been incorrectly installed during manufacturing, which can result in piston failure and engine damage, leading to a loss of drive power.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine for missing or mis-installed circlips and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S23. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.
Affected Component: ENGINE
Defect Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD3. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 24, 2025.
View all 2026 Ford Mustang recalls & campaign history (3 campaigns) →