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2016 Ford Mustang Collision Avoidance & Cameras Problems

Owners filed 52 Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints for the 2016 Ford Mustang, 14% of all complaints that year. The median mileage at failure was 51,000 miles, and two recalls (22V082000 and 25V572000) cover rearview camera and decklid wiring problems.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints
52
14% of 377
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
51,000 mi
Related recalls
2

Typical collision avoidance system symptoms owners report

  • Rearview camera goes blank or shows a distorted image while backing up, often tied to decklid wiring harness damage.
  • Backup camera works intermittently, functioning on first use but failing on later attempts the same day.
  • Owners report long waits for replacement camera or harness parts after receiving recall notification 22V082000.
  • Wiring harness problems also disable trunk release, GPS, and satellite radio at the same time as the camera fault.
  • One owner reported reduced rear visibility during a backing maneuver that resulted in a crash.

When 2016 Ford Mustang collision avoidance system complaints were filed

First complaint May 15, 2021, latest Jun 25, 2026.

2016 Ford Mustang collision avoidance & cameras complaints: complaints filed per month6May 2021May 2022Oct 2022Mar 2023Jul 2023Mar 2024Jul 2025Jun 2026
52 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2021 to Jun 2026; peak Oct 2022 (6).

Collision Avoidance & Cameras recalls for the 2016 Ford Mustang

  1. NHTSA 25V572000Sep 3, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,456,417 vehicles

    Back over prevention: sensing system: camera

    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.

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

  2. NHTSA 22V082000Feb 16, 2022Collision Avoidance & Cameras330,784 vehicles

    Back over prevention: sensing system: camera

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera wiring may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.

    Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the decklid wiring harness and/or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2022 and June 26, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the 4th Quarter of 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S06.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints by Mustang model year

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

  1. 20050 (0%)
  2. 20060 (0%)
  3. 20070 (0%)
  4. 20080 (0%)
  5. 20090 (0%)
  6. 20100 (0%)
  7. 20110 (0%)
  8. 20120 (0%)
  9. 20130 (0%)
  10. 20141 (0%)
  11. 201544 (10%)
  12. 201652 (14%)
  13. 201765 (25%)
  14. 201814 (7%)
  15. 201910 (7%)
  16. 202015 (13%)
  17. 20215 (9%)
  18. 20224 (8%)
  19. 20232 (13%)
  20. 20249 (11%)
  21. 20251 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

How many camera and collision avoidance complaints does the 2016 Ford Mustang have?
NHTSA lists 52 complaints in this area for the 2016 Mustang, which is 14% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Ford Mustang backup camera?
Yes. Recall 22V082000 covers 2015-2017 Mustangs with rearview camera wiring that may be loose or damaged, and recall 25V572000 covers rearview camera replacement on a broader range of Ford vehicles including the Mustang.
At what mileage do camera problems usually appear on the 2016 Mustang?
NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 51,000 miles for this problem area.
Did any camera-related complaints involve a crash?
NHTSA records one crash associated with a Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaint on the 2016 Mustang, with no reported fires or injuries.
Which model years of the Mustang have the most camera complaints?
The 2017 Mustang has the highest count at 65 complaints (25% share), followed by the 2016 Mustang at 52 complaints (14% share).

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.