2017 Ford Mustang Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2017 Ford Mustang has a complaint index of 45 and ranks 12th out of 21 model years, earning a Good verdict. NHTSA lists 265 complaints, 6 recalls, and 14 crashes tied to this model year, with Collision Avoidance & Cameras as the top problem area.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 45/100
- #12 of 21 Mustang years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 265
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 6
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 14
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 8
- Injuries
- 11
- Top issue
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 21
- 18 city / 27 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 11 / 0
Top 2017 Ford Mustang problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras65 (25%)
- Structure & Body62 (23%)
- Other37 (14%)
- Engine36 (14%)
- Electrical System35 (13%)
- Transmission & Powertrain22 (8%)
- Seat Belts16 (6%)
- Steering11 (4%)
- Airbags10 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires10 (4%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Frontal airbags failed to deploy in low-to-moderate speed crashes, including one at 20 mph and another at 30 mph, despite visible vehicle damage.
- Owners report sudden unintended acceleration at low speeds, including one case where the throttle went to full power while exiting a parking lot and brakes did not slow the car.
- A driver-side door hinge reportedly fractured after a hydroplaning crash at 30 mph, letting the door swing open and nearly ejecting the occupant.
- Some owners describe knee airbags deploying in minor collisions and smoke building up afterward inside the cabin.
- One owner reported the engine stalling and catching fire with no prior warning signs at under 20,000 miles.
- Another owner described the oil filter separating from the engine due to vibration, spilling oil near the tires and causing loss of control.
2017 Ford Mustang recalls
6 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V614000Sep 12, 2025Seat Belts332,778 vehicles
Seat belts:pretensioner
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. Water and road salt may corrode the front seat belt anchor pretensioner cables.
Risk: A corroded cable can break, preventing the seat belt from properly restraining an occupant, and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace both front seat belt anchor pretensioner assemblies, as necessary. In addition, dealers will remove sections of the carpet and underlayment that contact the cables. Dealers will also inspect the A-pillar sealing patches, and as necessary, install A-pillar body plugs, and/or inspect and replace the front outboard seat bolts. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 20, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S92. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov September 17, 2025.
- 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 driverâs 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.
- 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.
2017 Ford Mustang fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18 MPG
- Highway
- 27 MPG
- Combined
- 21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,100
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2017 compared with other Mustang years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2017 Ford Mustang reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2017 Mustang a complaint index of 45, ranking it 12th out of 21 model years, with a Good verdict relative to other Mustang years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Mustang?
- The top problem area is Collision Avoidance & Cameras, making up 25% of complaints, followed by Structure & Body issues at 23% and Engine problems at 14%.
- Does the 2017 Ford Mustang have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2017 Mustang, covering seat belts, rearview cameras, airbags, a door handle return spring, and an engine oil cooler hose.
- What is the median mileage for complaints on the 2017 Mustang?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 40,000 miles across all reported problems for the 2017 Mustang.
- How does the 2017 Mustang compare to other years?
- With a complaint index of 45, the 2017 model sits well below higher-index years like 2007 (100) and 2005 (85), placing it among the better Mustang years.