2023 Ford Mustang Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Best The 2023 Ford Mustang has a complaint index of 0 and ranks 1st of 21 model years, earning a Best verdict. It has 15 complaints and 6 recalls, with the top problem area being the Electrical System.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 0/100
- #21 of 21 Mustang years
- Verdict
- Best
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 15
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 6
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 5
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 22
- 20 city / 27 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2023 Ford Mustang problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System5 (33%)
- Steering5 (33%)
- Brakes4 (27%)
- Engine3 (20%)
- Other3 (20%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (13%)
- Fuel System2 (13%)
- Airbags1 (7%)
- Lane Departure1 (7%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (7%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Steering feels loose and darty at speeds between about 27 and 37 mph, reproduced by a dealer during diagnosis.
- Steering wheel shakes or vibrates abnormally, tied to a recall for a secondary steering torque sensor calibration issue.
- Brake pedal has been reported to suddenly drop to the floor while braking, in one case during a false collision-avoidance alert.
- Gas pedal has stopped responding momentarily during acceleration, then caused a sudden lurch forward.
- Owners report long waits for recall parts to become available, including for steering and electrical system recalls.
- One owner described the steering wheel turning right on its own, leading to a curb strike and tire damage.
2023 Ford Mustang recalls
6 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V689000Oct 10, 2025Electrical System2,101 vehicles
Electrical system:body control module/bcm
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mustang vehicles repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V727. 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."
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.
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C55. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 17, 2025.
- NHTSA 25V442000Jun 27, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras200,237 vehicles
Back over prevention:software
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.
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.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 25V096000Feb 14, 2025Steering332 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ford Mustang vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-493. The secondary steering torque sensor may not be calibrated properly, which can cause the steering wheel to turn side to side against the driver's intentions.
Risk: A steering wheel that turns unintentionally can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the power steering control module (PSCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S11.
2023 Ford Mustang fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 20 MPG
- Highway
- 27 MPG
- Combined
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,950
- 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.
2023 compared with other Mustang years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Ford Mustang reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 Mustang has a complaint index of 0, the lowest of all 21 model years tracked, giving it a Best verdict relative to other Mustang years.
- What problems does the 2023 Ford Mustang have?
- NHTSA lists 15 complaints for the 2023 Mustang, with Electrical System and Steering each making up 33% of complaints, followed by Brakes at 27%.
- Does the 2023 Ford Mustang have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2023 Mustang, covering the Electrical System, Steering, Collision Avoidance & Cameras, and Transmission & Powertrain, none of which are do-not-drive recalls.
- What is the median mileage for failures on the 2023 Mustang?
- Across all problem areas, the median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 14,000 miles, with Steering complaints trending lower at a median of 3,000 miles.
- How does the 2023 Mustang compare to other years?
- The 2023 Mustang ranks 1st of 21 model years by complaint index, better than years like 2005, 2007, and 2011, which carry Avoid verdicts.