CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Ford Mustang has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 196 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (59 reports).
2018 Ford Mustang recalls
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.
Vehicle May Roll Away When Parked in Park
A roll pin may be missing from the 10-speed automatic transmission, which can cause the vehicle to lose its Park function.
Gear display may not warn driver car is in Park, risking rollaway
Certain 2018 vehicles with an automatic transmission and a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster may have a fault.
Most common 2018 Ford Mustang problems
Problem areas named in the 196 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 59 |
| Power Train | 46 |
| Electrical System | 32 |
| Unknown Or Other | 23 |
| Structure | 15 |
| Back Over Prevention | 13 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 12 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
What owners report
The engine has a head gasket defect that leaked coolant into the engine causing misfires and requires a very expensive repair for a defect that came with the engine when it was made. Two Ford dealerships have inspected and confirmed the issue. The car threw codes six months ago and we immediately stopped driving it and had the dealership inspect the problem. We have not fixed it yet as the repair is estimated at 6,000. Parts and labor. It is available for inspection. This seems to be a very common issue with this vehicle. We replaced the fuel rail, spark plugs, and have had an independent inspection by a non affiliated repair shop for a similar price.
The 2.3L EcoBoost engine failed due to coolant leaking into the combustion chambers. The dealer found coolant present in cylinders 1 and 4, the cylinder 4 piston washed, and vertical scoring on the cylinder 4 wall. The dealer's recommendation is complete engine replacement. Yes, the engine is available for inspection. The vehicle is currently at the Ford dealership and the engine has not yet been replaced. Coolant entering the cylinders causes misfiring and loss of engine power. The vehicle shook on startup and ran roughly, and the misfire was intermittent and unpredictable. A sudden loss of motive power while driving in traffic or at highway speed is a crash risk to me and to other drivers
Check engine light came on Sunday night. Monday had AutoZone check the codes - indicated misfire on two cylinders recommended spark plug replacement - Spark plugs purchased with intent to change Tuesday evening- Tuesday morning -Engine overheated on the way to class added more coolant - got the vehicle home and towed to local Ford Dealership the next day to learn that the coolant was leaking into the engine due to head gasket failure. Ford said the engine needed to be replaced.
The electrical components in the vehicle stopped functioning - for the lights on the interior the overhead stopped working on and off and then dimmed until one day never came back on. At the same time the sensor for cross traffic alert became buggy and then not functional which made all my safety features and cruise control not work. Now I have a TPMS sensor and check engine light with nothing serious wrong
While driving at highway speeds passenger door spontaneously opened. Passenger was not touching or near latch. Has happened 3 times. Ford states no recall. Looking online seems to be a known issue.
2018 Ford Mustang questions
Does the 2018 Ford Mustang have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2018 Ford Mustang: Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image; Vehicle May Roll Away When Parked in Park; Gear display may not warn driver car is in Park, risking rollaway. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Mustang?
Based on 196 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (59), Power Train (46), Electrical System (32).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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.