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Ford Mustang

The original pony car, in continuous production since 1964. From the EcoBoost four to the supercharged V8s, the Mustang remains the definitive American performance coupe.

Quick Facts & Specification Overview: The Ford Mustang is a coupe featuring powertrains delivering from 315 to 526 horsepower, achieving up to 25 MPG combined on official EPA ratings. Engineered with RWD drivetrain systems across 2 generations, the model holds a 5-star NHTSA safety rating and 12 active NHTSA safety recall campaigns.

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Official Ford Mustang 2024 exterior styling, aerodynamic profile, and vehicle dimensions
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Ford Mustang Coupe2024 Spec

Years

1964 - present

Power

315 - 526 hp

Best MPG

25 MPG

NHTSA

5★ overall

2024 Recalls

12 campaigns

Complaints

84 filed

01At a glance

Ford Mustang by the numbers

TopicFord MustangDetail
Power range315 - 526 hp6 powertrains verified
EPA fuel economy16 - 25 MPGCombined cycle, best trim
Safety rating5★ overall (2026)Frontal 4★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 5★
Recalls (2024)12Open NHTSA safety campaigns
Complaints (2024)84ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, AIR BAGS
Fuel typesPetrolRWD drivetrain
Generations indexed2Each with full spec sheet
Dimensions (latest)4811 x 1915 x 1392 mmL x W x H, 2720 mm wheelbase

02Crash protection

Ford Mustang NHTSA safety ratings

YearOverallFrontalSideRolloverRecalls
20265★4★5★5★0
20265★4★5★5★0
2026NRNRNR5★0
20265★5★5★5★0
20255★4★5★5★0
20255★4★5★5★0
2025NRNRNR5★0
20255★5★5★5★0
20245★4★5★5★0
20245★4★5★5★0

Source: NHTSA Safercar_data.csv, official 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Recall counts from NHTSA Recall API. Official NHTSA ratings

03Active safety

2024 Ford Mustang open recalls

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

23V800000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles. The brake pedal assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a loose brake pedal.

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the brake pedal and bracket assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S61.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

24V220000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines. The low-pressure fuel supply line may be damaged or cut, which can result in a fuel leak.

Fix: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel supply line, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S19.

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:LINKAGE:HYDRAULIC HOSE/FITTINGS

24V394000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles. The clutch pressure line may be improperly secured and contact hot exhaust components, which can result in melting of the clutch pressure line and cause a brake fluid leak.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the clutch pressure line and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 14, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S36.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING:SWITCH/SENSOR/FLOAT

24V496000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles. The brake fluid level sensor may not be properly configured after a Body Control Module (BCM) service update, resulting in a constantly illuminated brake fluid level warning light that can conceal a low brake fluid condition.

Fix: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S43.

05Pick your year

Ford Mustang generations

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05Generation comparison matrix

Compare all Ford Mustang generations

SpecificationMustang VII2024 – present (S650)Mustang VI2015 – 2023 (S550)
Power Output315 – 500 hp315 – 526 hp
EPA Fuel EconomyUp to 24 MPG combinedUp to 25 MPG combined
Quickest 0–100 km/h3.7s4.1s
Exterior Dimensions4811 × 1915 × 1392 mm4784 × 1916 × 1381 mm
Wheelbase2720 mm2720 mm
Powertrains Verified3 trims3 trims
Full SpecsView spec sheet View spec sheet

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Mustang VI

Ideal for used-car shoppers seeking reliable transportation with lower acquisition costs, proven naturally aspirated engines, and mature parts availability.

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Technology & Modern Pick

Mustang VII

Best for drivers wanting contemporary safety tech, digital cockpits, peak horsepower ratings, and the latest aerodynamic styling.

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06Answers

Ford Mustang: what buyers ask

How many recalls does the Ford Mustang have?

The 2024 Ford Mustang has 12 open NHTSA recall campaigns. Always verify by your exact VIN, because recall coverage varies by production run.

What MPG does the Ford Mustang get?

Across verified powertrains, the Mustang achieves 16 to 25 MPG combined (EPA cycle).

How much horsepower does the Ford Mustang have?

Power ranges from 315 hp to 526 hp across 6 verified powertrains, spanning Petrol fuel types.

Is the Ford Mustang safe?

The 2026 Mustang earned a perfect 5-star overall NHTSA rating (frontal 4, side 5, rollover 5). It has earned 5 stars in 13 tested model years.

What are common Ford Mustang problems?

NHTSA has 84 owner complaints on file for the 2024 model year, most frequently involving ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, AIR BAGS. 5 involved a crash.

How many generations does the Ford Mustang have?

We index 2 verified generations with full powertrain specification sheets, spanning production from 1964 to the present.

Sources for this page

Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.

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