Does the 2020 Ford Mustang have a brake recall?

Yes. Recall 20V573000 covers 2020 Mustangs with automatic transmissions where the brake pedal bracket may fracture during sudden stopping. Ford's remedy is a free replacement of the brake pedal bracket assembly.

How many brake complaints does the 2020 Ford Mustang have?

NHTSA lists 18 brake complaints for the 2020 Mustang, which is 15% of the 120 total complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do 2020 Mustang brake problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints is 6,740 miles.

Have there been crashes linked to 2020 Mustang brake issues?

NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint category shows 6 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries reported for the 2020 Mustang.

2020 Ford Mustang Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 18 brake complaints for the 2020 Ford Mustang, 15% of its 120 total complaints, tied to 6 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries. A related recall, 20V573000, covers a brake pedal bracket that can fracture during sudden stopping.

Brakes complaints: 18; 15% of 120
Crashes reported: 6
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 6,740 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the brake pedal bracket snapping or fracturing during hard or sudden braking, causing the pedal to sink to the floor and brakes to stop working.
Some describe pressing the brake pedal while the car continued moving forward or accelerating instead of slowing down, in stop-and-go traffic or while parking.
Several drivers say the vehicle failed to stop in time and hit a curb, tree, or fixed object despite firm brake pedal pressure.
One owner reported smoke and a small fire near the engine firewall area while the vehicle was parked, unrelated to active braking.
Multiple complaints reference the 20V573000 recall notice for the brake pedal bracket, with some owners noting repair parts were not immediately available.

When 2020 Ford Mustang brake complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 24, 2020, latest Jul 8, 2026.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2020 to Jul 2026; peak Aug 2020 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2020 Ford Mustang

NHTSA 20V573000Sep 23, 2020Brakes38,005 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Mustang vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The brake pedal bracket may fracture during sudden stopping.
Risk: A broken brake pedal could affect braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.

Brakes complaints by Mustang model year

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

200537 (5%)
200622 (5%)
200724 (4%)
200814 (4%)
20098 (4%)
201011 (4%)
201128 (6%)
201220 (4%)
20138 (3%)
201422 (6%)
201555 (13%)
201622 (6%)
20178 (3%)
20186 (3%)
20195 (3%)
202018 (15%)
20215 (9%)
20222 (4%)
20234 (27%)
20247 (9%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Ford Mustang have a brake recall?: Yes. Recall 20V573000 covers 2020 Mustangs with automatic transmissions where the brake pedal bracket may fracture during sudden stopping. Ford's remedy is a free replacement of the brake pedal bracket assembly.
How many brake complaints does the 2020 Ford Mustang have?: NHTSA lists 18 brake complaints for the 2020 Mustang, which is 15% of the 120 total complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do 2020 Mustang brake problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints is 6,740 miles.
Have there been crashes linked to 2020 Mustang brake issues?: NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint category shows 6 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries reported for the 2020 Mustang.