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2023 Ford Mustang problems

The most common problem on the 2023 Ford Mustang is electrical system. It has fewer complaints than a typical Mustang model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
15
Recalls
6
Service bulletins
72
Worst area
Electrical
Fuel economy
17-25mpg

The worst 2023 Ford Mustang problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    5
  • Steering
    5
  • Brakes
    4
  • Driver assistance
    3
  • Engine
    2

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Electrical
    5
  • Steering
    5
  • Brakes
    4
  • Driver assistance
    3
  • Engine
    2
  • Fuel system
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Airbags
    1
  • Transmission
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Recalls 6

Electrical system: body control module/bcmReported October 10, 2025 · 2,101 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mustang vehicles repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V727. The brake fluid level sensor may not activate the visual warning indicator when the brake fluid is low. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk
Without a low brake fluid warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C55. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning November 17, 2025.

Recall number 25V689000 · Recall details

Back over prevention: softwareReported June 27, 2025 · 200,237 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Risk
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

Recall number 25V442000 · Recall details

Steering: electric power assist systemReported February 14, 2025 · 332 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ford Mustang vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V‑493. The secondary steering torque sensor may not be calibrated properly, which can cause the steering wheel to turn side to side against the driver's intentions.
Risk
A steering wheel that turns unintentionally can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the power steering control module (PSCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S11.

Recall number 25V096000 · Recall details

Steering: electric power assist systemReported June 28, 2024 · 30,735 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ford Mustang vehicles. The secondary steering torque sensor may not be calibrated properly, which can cause the steering wheel to turn side to side against the driver's intentions.
Risk
A steering wheel that turns unintentionally can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the power steering control module (PSCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S44.

Recall number 24V493000 · Recall details

Electrical system: body control module/bcmReported October 27, 2023 · 187,922 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Mustang vehicles. The brake fluid level sensor may not activate the visual warning indicator when the brake fluid is low. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk
Without a low brake fluid warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C35.

Recall number 23V727000 · Recall details

Power train: automatic transmissionReported February 10, 2023 · 1,138 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK."
Risk
The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S06.

Recall number 23V070000 · Recall details

See all 6 recalls for the 2023 Ford Mustang

Technical service bulletins for the 2023 Ford Mustang 72

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 72 bulletins for the 2023 Ford Mustang

2023 Ford Mustang fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.3L 4‑cylRWD19-2225-3221-25
5.0L 8‑cylRWD14-1522-2417-19

What 2023 Ford Mustang owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 31, 2026 · Electrical, Visibility · CA

While backing up back up camera suddenly went to a blue screen unable to see anything.

Filed Oct 21, 2025 · Driver assistance, Transmission · MA

While driving up hill in low gear, the vehicle suddenly will jerk, a service light will come on, and a powertrain warning will occur. When this happens, it warns that the pre-collision assist is unavailable, as well as the exhaust mode selection. Once this occurs, the vehicle becomes much more difficult to drive as the rev match no longer occurs, the vehicle no longer increases revs as you start releasing the clutch, and when in gear it becomes more jerky as you are driving along. I don't have the experience but I suspect it is essentially in a low power mode with minimal computer aid. After being able to pull off and turn the car off for a number of minutes (not off and on as that does not resolve it), the vehicle returns to normal. This has happened twice now while driving on the same section of roadway in almost the exact same spot. I previously called the dealer after the first time and they told me if it happens again to bring it in. They did not seem interested in looking at it. I will be hopefully doing that tomorrow. I am not sure if it is related, but the vehicle did seem like it was running rich earlier in the day (a slight smell of gas when driving by).

Filed Sep 11, 2024 · Steering · 3,000 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2023 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V493000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel was shaking abnormally. The local dealer was contacted; however, no assistance was provided. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 3,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Sep 8, 2024 · Brakes, Electrical · TX

As i proceeded to get over on a highway with cars speeding, my car would not allow me to move over because it would not accerlate to be safe and my car slowed down as if there was no power as I had to get to the side of the highway to avoid getting hit as cars were traveling at a high rate of speed. My car then stopped and I was forced to move into the grass to avoid getting hit and causing a wreck. The speed limit was 80 mph and I was traveling at 72 mph. As I try to increase my speed but the car seemed it did not have enough power. The next day I called to report it and take it to the shop, I was informed to not drive the car for my safety. The diagnosis was that one of the fuel lines stopped working and the control module was a recall. My niece and myself was put in danger as well as the emotional fear to drive the car. This occured on June on June the 20th and the car was picked up on June the 24th. It was a recall issue. I was told by Ford Corporation that because it was fixed and I was safe then the matter was closed. Next incident, I reported that my lights and radio keep going off and then dimmed. I was driving, and had no lights at certain times at night. As I passed a non-lited highway, I could not see the direction I was traveling. During a rain storm at night, I had it continued to dim then go dark then back on. This was also another recall. I was advise that it was fixed so I had recourse against the manfualted ford corporation. At 16,000 miles, the tires had no tread because the same tires have been recalled. This stopped my ability to drively safe and advoid stopping when needed. There were other issues, the car was taken in. There is a current recall that the is no remedy, that I could lose sterring and the wheel will cause a crash. I am one of the 30,000 mustang that are having safety problems and are in the risk of crashes. I am in fear of driving the car, was denied of a buy back insure that I am not in danger.

Filed Sep 5, 2024 · Electrical, Fuel system · TX · crash

This is the 3rd recall no counting issue that did no include recall. One of the fuel injectors stop working and caused my car to stop while running. Without warning of fuel injector not working, my car would be hestiate to accerate and when i got the warning, i was informed to not drive the car because it would cause a wreck or without warning stop. My alert went off that my air quality inside the car was dangerous and to return the vechicle asap to ensure my safety. I have had my car in the dealership 6 times and one of the recalls can not be fixed at this time which causes my steering system to turn opposite directions and warned that it was in danger of wrecking. Not only does the problems could harm myself but as well as innocent drivers on the road. I have been with ford since 2006 and never have I experienced such suffering. I am a teacher and not having transporation or taking off of work has cost me over 2000.00 and I havent even had my a year when the issues staring happening. Ford Corporation will not ensure my safety under the lemon law, and i have had to go without the ability to support myself as well as my elderly mother. I was involved in a wreck 4 days after the car was a year old and was found at fault as I tried to stop, it car inch up by by 2 feet. I had to pay two thousand for a deductible and then my insurance was charged for used parts on my car. Ford Corporation ask me not to contact my insurance but informed me that they are no a direct car repair shop but it is represent as a collosion center with the ford name. My tires were not driveable at 21, 000 miles but was told that they were suppose to last 26, 000 miles. They were provided from Ford itself. They then put recalled tires on the car which cause me to lose traction and I could not even get them rotated with a mileage under 21,000. Currently my car has 26,000 miles and I have been put at risk on many malfunction of the car

Filed Sep 3, 2024 · Steering · NY

The contact owns a 2023 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V493000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline for assistance. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jul 8, 2024 · Steering · FL

My steering wheel has a vibration, this problem started a few days ago, I wasn't sure what was happening until today that I got the recall from Ford. I'm afraid now, it's the first time in my whole life that I experienced this problem, really? this is brand new car. 3 recalls in one year.

Filed Jul 6, 2024 · Driver assistance, Steering · NC · crash

I was driving and my steering wheel turned to the right all of a sudden and I hit a curb. The curb caused my tire to blow, messed up my wheel, and who knows how bad anything else was that was messed up from this incident.

Filed May 9, 2024 · KY

Ongoing issues with rough idle. Threw a couple generic lean codes (p0171 and p0174) that did not stay. Stored code p061a:00-28. On my third dealer. Vehicle randomly shut off at stop sign with no codes thrown whatsoever. Tech believes the issue is the throttlebody. Ford Corp says it passes their tests and will not warranty the replacement. Ford Corp Basically said I have to wait till total part failure. Shutting off in traffic is obviously dangerous.

Filed Mar 27, 2024 · Brakes · 14,000 miles · FL · crash

The contact owns a 2023 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH and making a left turn the collision avoidance system erroneously light activated although no other vehicles or structures were nearby and the braking system suddenly malfunctioned causing the brake pedal to extend to the floor while pressed causing the driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a wall barrier. During the crash, no injuries were reported. A police report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was eventually towed to the local dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V727000(Electrical System). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced that same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 14,000.

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Questions about the 2023 Ford Mustang

Is the 2023 Ford Mustang reliable?

Owners have filed 15 complaints about the 2023 Ford Mustang, fewer than a typical Mustang model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Ford Mustang?

Electrical system, with 5 complaints. Next is steering (5).

How many recalls does the 2023 Ford Mustang have?

6 recalls, covering electrical system, back over prevention and steering.

Was there a recall on the 2023 Ford Mustang electrical?

Yes, 2 recalls: 25V689000, 23V727000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Ford Mustang have the most electrical problems?

The Ford Mustang model years with the most electrical complaints are 2005 (225 complaints), 2016 (73 complaints) and 2015 (68 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2023 Ford Mustang get?

Official estimates for the 2023 Ford Mustang range from 17 to 25 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.3L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 19-22 city and 25-32 highway.

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