2019 Ford Mustang Recalls, Problems & MPG

NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls and 151 owner complaints for the 2019 Ford Mustang. The EPA rates it 18 to 25 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.

Recalls
6
Owner complaints
151
Crashes / fires reported
3 / 1
EPA combined
18–25 MPG

2019 Ford Mustang recalls

  • Electrical SystemJun 9, 2026 · NHTSA 26V372000+

    Risk: A blank instrument cluster that fails to display critical safety information, such as vehicle speed or safety system warnings, increases the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will reprogram the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C27. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ford Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 19V076. At vehicle start-up, the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC) may not function, showing a blank display. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."

  • 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.

  • Back Over PreventionJun 27, 2025 · NHTSA 25V442000+

    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.

    Fix: 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.

    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.

  • Power TrainMay 27, 2022 · NHTSA 22V382000+

    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.

    Fix: 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.

    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.

  • Power TrainMay 8, 2020 · NHTSA 20V263000+

    Risk: If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being shifted into park, unintended vehicle movement may result, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

    Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S21.

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Expedition and 2019-2020 Mustang vehicles. The "Transmission Not In Park" warning message and associated chime duration are shorter than intended.

  • Electrical SystemFeb 11, 2019 · NHTSA 19V076000+

    Risk: A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, fuel or temperature level, or safety system warnings. Driving with an inoperative cluster can increase the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC), free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C03.

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ford Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. At vehicle start-up, the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC) may not function, showing a blank display. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."

Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.

Most reported 2019 Ford Mustang problems

Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.

  • Engine53
  • Electrical System32
  • Power Train28
  • Unknown or Other19
  • Engine and Engine Cooling11
  • Structure9
  • Steering6
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages6

2019 Ford Mustang gas mileage

EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).

VersionEngineCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
Mustang2.3 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S10)213225$2,550
Mustang2.3 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd213125$2,550
Mustang Convertible2.3 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S10)202823$2,800
Mustang Convertible2.3 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd202823$2,800
Mustang Performance Package2.3 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S10)202823$2,800
Mustang Performance Package2.3 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd202723$2,800
Mustang5.0 L 8 cyl, Automatic (S10)162519$3,400
Mustang5.0 L 8 cyl, Manual 6-spd152418$3,550
Mustang Bullitt5.0 L 8 cyl, Manual 6-spd152418$3,550
Mustang Convertible5.0 L 8 cyl, Automatic (S10)152418$3,550

Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.

Questions

Does the 2019 Ford Mustang have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2019 Ford Mustang, most recently for the electrical system (Jun 9, 2026). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2019 Ford Mustang problems?

Owners filed 151 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are engine (53), electrical system (32), power train (28).

What gas mileage does the 2019 Ford Mustang get?

The EPA rates the 2019 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.