How common are transmission problems in the 2015 Ford Mustang?

NHTSA lists 42 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2015 Mustang, which is 10% of the 436 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2015 Ford Mustang transmission?

No related recalls are listed in the data for the Transmission & Powertrain area on the 2015 Ford Mustang.

What mileage do transmission problems show up at on the 2015 Mustang?

The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2015 Mustang is 12,000 miles.

What kind of transmission issues do 2015 Mustang owners report?

Owners describe shift thuds and clunks, driveline vibration at highway speed, and the transmission failing to shift out of first gear.

Were there any crashes or fires linked to these complaints?

Across all complaint areas for the 2015 Mustang, NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 1 fire, with 0 injuries reported.

2015 Ford Mustang Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 42 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2015 Ford Mustang, 10% of its 436 total complaints for the year. Owners most often describe thuds or clunks during gear shifts and driveline vibration. No related recalls are listed for this component.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 42; 10% of 436
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 12,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report a loud thud or clunk when shifting from neutral into first gear or between gears, felt throughout the car.
Some describe extreme driveline vibration around 60 mph that persisted after the dealer replaced the driveshaft.
Several owners report the transmission failing to shift out of first gear, sometimes paired with a stall or high-RPM lockout.
Owners describe grinding noises during shifting across multiple gears, with the dealer or Ford calling the noise normal.
One owner reported the engine cutting off with the clutch engaged while slowing to a stop, at low mileage.
Vibration was also reported at highway speeds in 5th and 6th gear tied to specific RPM ranges.

When 2015 Ford Mustang transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 29, 2014, latest Aug 2, 2026.

42 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2014 to Aug 2026; peak Sep 2015 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2015 Ford Mustang

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Mustang model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201013 (5%)
2011200 (43%)
2012177 (38%)
201348 (18%)
201430 (8%)
201542 (10%)
201629 (8%)
201722 (8%)
201845 (23%)
201928 (19%)
202025 (21%)
20219 (16%)
20224 (8%)
20231 (7%)
20247 (9%)
20252 (12%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission problems in the 2015 Ford Mustang?: NHTSA lists 42 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2015 Mustang, which is 10% of the 436 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Ford Mustang transmission?: No related recalls are listed in the data for the Transmission & Powertrain area on the 2015 Ford Mustang.
What mileage do transmission problems show up at on the 2015 Mustang?: The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2015 Mustang is 12,000 miles.
What kind of transmission issues do 2015 Mustang owners report?: Owners describe shift thuds and clunks, driveline vibration at highway speed, and the transmission failing to shift out of first gear.
Were there any crashes or fires linked to these complaints?: Across all complaint areas for the 2015 Mustang, NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 1 fire, with 0 injuries reported.