CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Ford Mustang has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 55 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (10 reports).
2021 Ford Mustang recalls
Low brake fluid warning light may not turn on
On certain 2021-2023 Ford Mustangs that were previously repaired under an earlier recall, the brake fluid level sensor may fail to activate the warning light on the dashboard when brake fluid is low.
Fuel pump can fail, causing engine stall while driving
The low-pressure fuel pump in certain vehicles may fail, which can cause the engine to stall while you are driving.
Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Stuck Image
A software error can cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or to keep showing the camera image after the vehicle has left reverse.
Low brake fluid warning light may not activate
The brake fluid level sensor may fail to turn on the dashboard warning light when brake fluid is low.
Passenger Knee Airbag May Deploy Improperly in Crash
A weld on the front passenger knee airbag may be insufficient, which can cause the airbag to deploy improperly.
Curtain airbags may not inflate properly in a crash
Some side curtain airbag inflators may have been built with the wrong amount of compressed gas.
Most common 2021 Ford Mustang problems
Problem areas named in the 55 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 |
| Power Train | 9 |
| Engine | 8 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
| Suspension | 3 |
| Visibility | 2 |
What owners report
My vehicle, VIN [XXX], is subject to NHTSA Recall 25V455 (Ford Recall 25S75) involving a defective low-pressure fuel pump that may cause engine hesitation, loss of power, or engine stalling. This recall was announced in July 2025 and remains open on the NHTSA VIN lookup as of June 2026. More than eleven months have passed since the recall was announced, and Ford has not provided a repair remedy for my vehicle. I believe this is an unreasonable delay for a safety-related defect. In addition, the recall previously appeared in the FordPass application associated with my vehicle but no longer appears there, even though both the NHTSA and Ford recall website VIN lookup continues to show the reca
Driver door opened to secondary latch position while driving on the highway at 70mph on 5/16/2026. The warning system came on and driver had to navigate holding the door and stopping safely during high speed traffic to close the door. Will take to dealership when next available opening day. No accident or police were involved. Driver found older warning affecting same year,make,model for recall but unsure if problem was corrected before purchase or if this vin# was included in recall campaign. Campaign 21N10.
The backup camera goes blank and says to contact Ford
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle shuddered while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that there was a banging sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated while pulling over to the shoulder of the roadway. The contact restarted the vehicle and drove slowly to the destination. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer ha
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started losing automotive power. The vehicle had stalled several times. The vehicle was able to restart, and the loss of automotive power was intermittent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part was not yet available. The contact called a local dealer and the manufacturer several times and was informed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.
2021 Ford Mustang questions
Does the 2021 Ford Mustang have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2021 Ford Mustang: Low brake fluid warning light may not turn on; Fuel pump can fail, causing engine stall while driving; Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Stuck Image; Low brake fluid warning light may not activate; Passenger Knee Airbag May Deploy Improperly in Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford Mustang?
Based on 55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (10), Power Train (9), Engine (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.