2020 Ford Mustang Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls and 120 owner complaints for the 2020 Ford Mustang. The EPA rates it 17 to 25 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 8
- Owner complaints
- 120
- Crashes / fires reported
- 13 / 5
- EPA combined
- 17–25 MPG
2020 Ford Mustang recalls
Back Over PreventionOct 13, 2025 · NHTSA 25V695000+
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to properly display an 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. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Mustang owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, 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.
Electrical SystemOct 27, 2023 · NHTSA 23V727000+
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.
Fix: 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.
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."
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.
Service Brakes, HydraulicSep 23, 2020 · NHTSA 20V573000+
Risk: A broken brake pedal could affect braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal bracket assembly, free of charge. The recall began January 26, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S52.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Mustang vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The brake pedal bracket may fracture during sudden stopping.
Back Over PreventionSep 23, 2020 · NHTSA 20V575000+
Risk: Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Forward Collision AvoidanceMay 27, 2020 · NHTSA 20V306000+
Risk: If the driver is unaware that the Pre-Collision Assist feature is not operating effectively, they may rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will perform the Lane Departure Warning System camera alignment procedure, free of charge. This recall began June 17, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S26.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Mustang vehicles equipped a forward-looking camera. The camera may be misaligned to the vehicle and features that are dependent on the camera such as Pre-Collision Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping System, Driver Alert, and Auto High Beam Control may not function as intended.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2020 Ford Mustang problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Power Train25
- Engine25
- Electrical System25
- Unknown or Other22
- Service Brakes17
- Back Over Prevention12
- Air Bags8
- Fuel/Propulsion System7
2020 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 | 30 | 24 | $2,700 |
| Mustang Convertible | 2.3 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S10) | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Mustang Convertible | 2.3 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Mustang HO Convertible | 2.3 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S10) | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Mustang HO Coupe | 2.3 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S10) | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Mustang HO Coupe | 2.3 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Mustang HO Convertible | 2.3 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,900 |
| Mustang | 5.0 L 8 cyl, Automatic (S10) | 16 | 25 | 19 | $3,400 |
| Mustang | 5.0 L 8 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 15 | 24 | 18 | $3,550 |
| Mustang Convertible | 5.0 L 8 cyl, Automatic (S10) | 15 | 24 | 18 | $3,550 |
| Mustang Bullitt | 5.0 L 8 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 14 | 23 | 17 | $3,800 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2020 Ford Mustang have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2020 Ford Mustang, most recently for the back over prevention (Oct 13, 2025). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2020 Ford Mustang problems?
Owners filed 120 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are power train (25), engine (25), electrical system (25).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Ford Mustang get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Ford Mustang at 17 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.