CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Ford Mustang has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 268 complaints with NHTSA, including 14 crashes, 8 fires, 11 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Back Over Prevention (67 reports).
2017 Ford Mustang recalls
Seat Belt Anchor Cables May Corrode and Break
Water and road salt can corrode the front seat belt anchor pretensioner cables in certain 2015-2017 Ford Mustangs.
Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image
The rearview camera can display a distorted, inverted, or blank image while the vehicle is in reverse.
Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image
The rearview camera wiring on certain 2015-2017 Ford Mustangs may be loose or damaged.
Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments
The frontal airbag inflator on the passenger side may rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Driver's Door May Unlatch in a Side Crash
The return spring for the driver's side interior door handle may come loose.
Oil Hose Can Separate, Causing Oil Leak and Fire Risk
A hose can separate from the engine oil cooler tube assembly, causing an oil leak.
Most common 2017 Ford Mustang problems
Problem areas named in the 268 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Back Over Prevention | 67 |
| Structure | 41 |
| Unknown Or Other | 37 |
| Electrical System | 34 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 29 |
| Engine | 27 |
| Power Train | 22 |
| Seat Belts | 16 |
| Steering | 11 |
| Air Bags | 10 |
What owners report
My 2017 Ford Mustang Convertible front door unlatched to the secondary safety position while driving at highway speeds. This became a huge issue on October 13, 2026 while taking a long-distance trip. The passenger door unlatched at least 10 times. During this trip, my car exceded the 150,000 mile limit to Ford customer satisfication program 21N10. When I contacted both my local dealer and the Ford customer service team, both said their is nothing they can do to help me. I am quite frustrated that Ford rejected my safety concerns on this known issue and was unwilling to recognize the extunuating circumstances of when this happened.
I have attached a complaint which sets for the odometer fraud resulting in severe damage to my engine. I have also attached mileage discrepancies and the documentation created and maintained by AutoNation Ford Valencia which records my odometer at 26,250 in September 2022 and after taking my vehicle in for service of the air condition, I received it back with an odometer reading of 25,134 which appear on the odometer. Please review my complaint and supporting documentation.
I have experienced a concerning issue twice while driving. On both occasions, I was traveling at approximately 72 mph with all doors closed and locked when the vehicle indicated that the passenger door was ajar. Although the door did not fully open, it appears that the latch may not have remained securely engaged. My concern is that if I have a passenger in the vehicle and this occurs again, it could create a serious safety risk. I would like to know what may be causing this issue and what can be done to correct it. Could this be related to a defective door latch, sensor, or another component?
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while reversing, the third brake light failed to function as intended. In addition, the rear-view camera flashed on and off. The contact replaced the third brake light housing, but the failure reoccurred. The contact purchased and replaced the third brake light three times; however, the failure reoccurred. The dealer was made aware of the failure, and the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V082000 (Back Over Prevention). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximat
Was driving, all the sudden I heard a pop and a little bit of smoke and the smell of burning plastic came from under passenger seat. Pulled over, noticed it was coming from electrical harness under seat that controls the heated and cooled seats. Disconnected plug and saw that it had burnt out & caught fire. Have left it unplugged with no incident since.
2017 Ford Mustang questions
Does the 2017 Ford Mustang have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2017 Ford Mustang: Seat Belt Anchor Cables May Corrode and Break; Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image; Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image; Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments; Driver's Door May Unlatch in a Side Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Mustang?
Based on 268 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Back Over Prevention (67), Structure (41), Unknown Or Other (37).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Ford Mustang has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.