2020 Ford Mustang recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 8 2020 Ford Mustang recalls, newest first
Oct 13, 2025Back Over Prevention, Sensing SystemFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 to 2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015 to 2016 CMax, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018 to 2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Mustang owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.
NHTSA campaign 25V695000 · Ford Motor Company
Jun 27, 2025Back Over Prevention, SoftwareFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 to 2022 Transit Connect, 2019 to 2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019 to 2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020 to 2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020 to 2022 Escape, F250 SD, Corsair, 2020 to 2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020 to 2024 Explorer, 2021 to 2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022 to 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.
Fix: 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 campaign 25V442000 · Ford Motor Company
Oct 27, 2023Electrical System, Body Control Module/bcmFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2023 Mustang vehicles. 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.
Fix: Dealers will update the body control module software, 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 23C35.
NHTSA campaign 23V727000 · Ford Motor Company
May 27, 2022Power Train, Automatic TransmissionFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 to 2020 Mustang vehicles equipped with 5.0L engines and manual transmissions. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may broadcast an unintended faulted signal to the modules controlling the reverse camera, reverse light, and driver assist features, which may disable all of these functions.
Risk: A rearview camera or reverse light that is disabled reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Disabled driver assist features (traction control, forward collision warning, blind spot warning, cross traffic indicator) may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S37.
NHTSA campaign 22V382000 · Ford Motor Company
Sep 23, 2020Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Pedals And LinkagesFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Mustang vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The brake pedal bracket may fracture during sudden stopping.
Risk: A broken brake pedal could affect braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal bracket assembly, free of charge. The recall began January 26, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S52.
NHTSA campaign 20V573000 · Ford Motor Company
Sep 23, 2020Back Over Prevention, Sensing SystemFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F150, F250, F350, F450, F550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.
NHTSA campaign 20V575000 · Ford Motor Company
May 27, 2020Forward Collision Avoidance, Sensing SystemFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Mustang vehicles equipped a forward looking camera. The camera may be misaligned to the vehicle and features that are dependent on the camera such as Pre Collision Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping System, Driver Alert, and Auto High Beam Control may not function as intended.
Risk: If the driver is unaware that the Pre Collision Assist feature is not operating effectively, they may rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will perform the Lane Departure Warning System camera alignment procedure, free of charge. This recall began June 17, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S26.
NHTSA campaign 20V306000 · Ford Motor Company
May 8, 2020Power Train, Automatic TransmissionFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Expedition and 2019 to 2020 Mustang vehicles. The "Transmission Not In Park" warning message and associated chime duration are shorter than intended.
Risk: If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being shifted into park, unintended vehicle movement may result, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S21.
NHTSA campaign 20V263000 · Ford Motor Company
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Ford Mustang have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2020 Ford Mustang. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2020 Ford Mustang has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.