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2020 Ford Mustang: complete transmission failure

5 of the 122 complaints about the 2020 Ford Mustang describe complete transmission failure.

owner complaints
5
of this car's complaints
4%
recalls
1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 37 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Complete transmission failure by model year

  • 2022
    1
  • 2021
    1
  • 2020
    5
  • 2018
    5
  • 2017
    1
  • 2016
    1
  • 2015
    2
  • 2014
    1
  • 2013
    4
  • 2012
    11
  • 2011
    13
  • 2008
    1
  • 2007
    4
  • 2006
    1
  • 2005
    4
  • 2004
    1
  • 2003
    3
  • 2001
    1
  • 2000
    4
  • 1998
    2
  • 1997
    3
  • 1996
    4
  • 1995
    7
  • 1994
    3
  • 1993
    1

What owners say

Filed Sep 15, 2026 · Transmission · NM

Ford has several technical service bulletins on their 10 speed transmission. I have 28,000 miles on my vehicle and need a new transmission. My service manager says that the earlier 10 speeds have issues with some components that are not strong enough, and that current transmissions have been strengthened. He recommended a new transmission rather than a rebuild, because not all of the weaker parts would be replaced with a rebuild. Ford should at least have to pay part of the cost of a new transmission, since their product appears to be defective. Don't have an invoice yet. Transmission on order, but about $9,500.

Filed May 5, 2026 · Transmission · TX

My vehicle would suddenly downshifted to first, constantly seek for gears, loss of traction from not finding gears, and transmission died at 120k miles.

Filed Apr 30, 2025 · Driver assistance, Electrical · NC

The back up camera periodically has a black screen or a blue screen. The sound of an object getting closer some times works and sometimes doesn't. Also the lines showing where the tires are on the camera do not appear either. Transmission was replaced under warranty for several issues. It's the 10 speed version. However even with the new transmission. It tends to lag on gear 4 mainly.

Filed Apr 6, 2025 · Transmission · GA

Transmission Issue. Transmission slams into 2nd gear when downshifting from 3rd. Transmission has grinding noise when going from 4th to 5th. Potential safety issue due to potential transmission failure. Yes, problem is reproducible, however, it is awaiting inspection at Mike Patton Ford. No warning lamps. Car has had transmission issues intermittently since 4/2020. This issue started 2 weeks ago.

Filed Sep 14, 2024 · Transmission · CA

After driving for 2 blocks, my car would not drive when hitting the gas pedal, the engine only reved. Unable to move the car in any gear, pedestrians helped push my car out of the middle of the road. Towed the car to a Ford dealership because the Ford app on my phone said "shift solenoid stuck in off position". Upon diagnosis the dealership said yes the solenoid is stuck in the off position but now the gears are slipping and you need a brand new transmission. This is the 10r80 automatic transmission that has had problems like this nationwide. I don't understand how this has not been recalled yet. With 63,000 miles a transmission should not be failing. There have been hundreds of documented cases of this specific transmission failing for countless reasons involving internal components.

Service bulletins that may apply

Related recalls

Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)Reported May 27, 2022 · 25,032 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mustang vehicles equipped with 5.0L engines and manual transmissions. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may broadcast an unintended faulted signal to the modules controlling the reverse camera, reverse light, and driver assist features, which may disable all of these functions.
Risk
A rearview camera or reverse light that is disabled reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Disabled driver assist features (traction control, forward collision warning, blind spot warning, cross traffic indicator) may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S37.

Recall number 22V382000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2020 Ford Mustang transmission failure

Is complete transmission failure a common problem on the 2020 Ford Mustang?

5 of 122 owner complaints about the 2020 Ford Mustang (4%) mention complete transmission failure. The model year with the most reports is 2011.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2020 Ford Mustang?

There is 1 recall and 37 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2020 Ford Mustang

Backup camera 19Check engine light 14Misfire 9Engine failure 7Fire or smoke 6Jerking 6Overheating 5Stalling 5

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