2018 Ford Mustang Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 196 owner complaints for the 2018 Ford Mustang. The EPA rates it 18 to 25 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 4
- Owner complaints
- 196
- Crashes / fires reported
- 8 / 1
- EPA combined
- 18–25 MPG
2018 Ford Mustang recalls
Back Over PreventionSep 4, 2025 · NHTSA 25V572000+
Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Engine and Engine CoolingMay 24, 2018 · NHTSA 18E035000+
Risk: A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Roush will notify the known owners and replace the defective fuel rail subassemblies, free of charge. The recall began on May 31, 2018. Owners may contact Roush customer service at 1-800-597-6874. Roush's number for this recall is REMay2018.
Roush Performance Products, Inc. (Roush) is recalling certain aftermarket supercharger kits, part number R1318-6006P1-AA, sold for installation on 2018 Ford Mustangs. The hose barb fittings on the supercharger kits may be manufactured incorrectly, possibly causing damage to the fuel lines and resulting in a fuel leak.
Power TrainApr 4, 2018 · NHTSA 18V213000+
Risk: Despite the transmission shift lever being placed in 'Park' and the instrument panel display indicating 'Park,' the vehicle may roll away after it has been exited if the parking brake has not been applied, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission to make sure it has the roll pin, installing one if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S09.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-150 and 2018 Ford Expedition and Mustang and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions. A roll pin may not have been installed in the transmission, potentially causing a loss of the "Park" function.
Electrical SystemDec 18, 2017 · NHTSA 17V814000+
Risk: Without a visual or audible warning to the driver that the vehicle is in PARK, the vehicle may roll away after it has been exited if the parking brake has not been applied, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C21.
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2018 Ford Mustang vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission and a 12.4" digital instrument cluster. If the ignition is turned off when the transmission is not in PARK, the instrument cluster may not illuminate the PRNDL gear position display and the operator may not receive the "Key in Ignition" chime when the driver's door is opened. As such, these vehicles fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence/Starter Interlock/Transmission Braking Effect," and number 114, "Theft Protection."
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2018 Ford Mustang problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Engine59
- Power Train46
- Electrical System31
- Unknown or Other23
- Structure15
- Back Over Prevention12
- Latches/Locks/Linkages12
- Fuel/Propulsion System8
2018 Ford Mustang gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mustang | 2.3 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S10) | 21 | 32 | 25 | $2,550 |
| Mustang | 2.3 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 21 | 31 | 25 | $2,550 |
| Mustang Convertible | 2.3 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S10) | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Mustang Convertible | 2.3 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Mustang Performance Package | 2.3 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S10) | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Mustang Performance Package | 2.3 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Mustang | 5.0 L 8 cyl, Automatic (S10) | 16 | 25 | 19 | $3,400 |
| Mustang | 5.0 L 8 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 15 | 25 | 18 | $3,550 |
| Mustang Convertible | 5.0 L 8 cyl, Automatic (S10) | 15 | 24 | 18 | $3,550 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2018 Ford Mustang have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2018 Ford Mustang, most recently for the back over prevention (Sep 4, 2025). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Ford Mustang problems?
Owners filed 196 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are engine (59), power train (46), electrical system (31).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Ford Mustang get?
The EPA rates the 2018 Ford Mustang at 18 to 25 MPG combined (best version: 21 city / 32 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.