KnownCarProblems2019 Ford Mustang Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 150 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Ford Mustang, most often about the engine (41% of complaints, typically around 60,500 miles). It is 17th of 27 Mustang model years by number of complaints and has 6 recalls.
Most common 2019 Ford Mustang problems
Engine
62 complaints · 41%Half of these problems showed up before 60,500 miles.
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that the check engine warning light remained illuminated, and upon inspection, the contact became aware that there was coolant leaking from the exhaust system. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed, and it was determined that there was coolant…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that during a routine oil change, the technician observed that the coolant level was low. The coolant reservoir was filled however, the contact reported that when another oil change was made, the coolant level was again very low and was refilled. The contact…
Electrical
32 complaints · 21%Half of these problems showed up before 9,000 miles. Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel, instrument panel.
My icp in my Mustang will randomly blank out while driving. This has happened while braking and driving down the highway. The car stays running, but I have no information. Since it is a digital screen I lose my speedometer, tachometer and everything else on the icp. It will boot back up after 10 seconds and work…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the instrument panel went blank. The vehicle was taken to two dealers however, the dealers were unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and provided the same…
Transmission
28 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 17,000 miles. Parts named most often: driveline.
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Mustang. The contact researched online and found NHTSA campaign number: 22v382000 (power train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer and the dealer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while driving and reversing at an undisclosed speed, the park-aid fault, and pre-collision assists were not available, and another unknown message was displayed. Additionally, the rear-view camera was inoperable while reversing. The gear indicator failed to…
Other or unspecified
19 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 3,000 miles.
The car was purchased last november 2019, during the first month, I noticed that the icp was not properly working while using the GPS- it gives wrong direction even the settings were correctly set, like it was remotely controlled. Besides that my battery was discharged that I needed to jumpstart it and towed it…
Riding under normal driving conditions, car stalls from a v8 to a v2. No power at all, if you want to switch from normal, to any selectable driving modes from toggle switch or steering wheel, wont change. Turn of car, turn it back on and continued with same problem.
Body and structure
9 complaints · 6%Parts named most often: body.
The car was purchased last november 2019, during the first month, I noticed that the icp was not properly working while using the GPS- it gives wrong direction even the settings were correctly set, like it was remotely controlled. Besides that my battery was discharged that I needed to jumpstart it and towed it…
Wheels and tires
6 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs.
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Mustang gt equipped with michelin tires, tire line: pilot sport 4s, tire size:255/40/r19 and dot number was unknown. The contact stated that on one occasion while driving at approximately 10 MPH, both the front and rear passenger tires began to vibrate and both tires imploded. The vehicle…
2019 Ford Mustang gt 5.0l with 10 speed automatic transmission milage: 14,000 -engine stalls when car comes to a stop (happened more than 10 times). -harsh transmission shifting from 4th to 5th. -dipping and irritating RPM when idle. -exhaust sound valve squeaking noise (like the sound when the metal has corrosion…
Doors and locks
6 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: doors.
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that the front passenger door failed. The contact stated while driving at various speeds the front passengerâs door was unlatched independently. The contact received a warning on the instrument panel that the passengerâs door was unlatched. The contact was…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving approximately 85 MPH, the passengerâs side door ajar warning light illuminated, and the contact heard an audible chime. The contact stopped the vehicle and pushed on the door from inside the vehicle, and the door opened without using the…
Steering
6 complaints · 4%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2019 Ford Mustang recalls
Electrical: instrument cluster/panel
Risk: A blank instrument cluster that fails to display critical safety information, such as vehicle speed or safety system warnings, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the instrument panel cluster assembly (ipc) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed july 13, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26c27. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on july 6, 2026.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019 ford mustang, lincoln nautilus, and lincoln navigator vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 19v076. At vehicle start-up, the instrument panel cluster assembly (ipc) may not function, showing a blank display. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 101, "controls and displays."
Backup camera: camera
Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning january 2026 and june 2026. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25s89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25v270. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning september 8, 2025.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 lincoln mkc, mustang, f-350 sd, f-250 sd, f-450 sd, 2015-2017 lincoln navigator, expedition, 2015-2018 edge, transit connect, 2016-2019 f-550 sd, transit, 2017-2019 econoline, and 2019 ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Backup camera: software
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.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 transit connect, 2019-2020 mkz, mkx, edge, continental, f-150, nautilus, fusion, 2019-2023 ranger, mustang, 2020-2021 ecosport, expedition, navigator, 2020-2022 escape, f-250 sd, corsair, 2020-2023 aviator, transit, 2020-2024 explorer, 2021-2024 bronco sport, and 2022-2024 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.
Transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
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.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 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.
Electrical: instrument cluster/panel
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.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019 expedition and 2019-2020 mustang vehicles. The "transmission not in park" warning message and associated chime duration are shorter than intended.
Electrical: instrument cluster/panel
Risk: A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, fuel or temperature level, or safety system warnings. Driving with an inoperative cluster can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument panel cluster assembly (ipc), free of charge. The recall began march 8, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19c03.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019 ford mustang, lincoln nautilus, and lincoln navigator vehicles. At vehicle start-up, the instrument panel cluster assembly (ipc) may not function, showing a blank display. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 101, "controls and displays."
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2019 Ford Mustang
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Mustang?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (62 complaints, typically around 60,500 miles); electrical (32 complaints, typically around 9,000 miles); transmission (28 complaints, typically around 17,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2019 Ford Mustang have?
- 6 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from June 9, 2026 (electrical). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2019 a bad year for the Ford Mustang?
- It is 17th of 27 Mustang model years by number of complaints, with 150 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.