I WAS DRIVING DOWN I-35 IN THE ARBUCKLE MOUNTAINS IN OKLAHOMA GOING 70MPH WHEN MY CAR SUDDENLY DISENGAGED THE CRUISE CONTROL AND DOWNSHIFTED TO FIRST GEAR. IT FELT LIKE THE BRAKES WERE BEING APPLIED FORCEFULLY AND THEN THE CAR RETURNED TO DRIVING NORMALLY. THIS HAPPENED TWO MORE TIMES UNTIL I WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF ON THE SHOULDER AS I HAD ALMOST GOTTEN INTO AN ACCIDENT THE FIRST TIME IT DID IT. …
2013 ford Mustang powertrain problems
severe 45 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
45
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
12-9-13 TRANSMISSION ISSUE BROUGHT TO FORD DEALE EMAIL TO FORD: SUBJECT: REPAIR ORDER 43617 I WOULD APPRECIATE FORD TO HAVE A CONSIDERATION OF THE FOLLOWING: 1. I WOULD LIKE TO SEE A NEW TRANSMISSION PUT INTO THIS 2013 BOSS 302 LAGUNA SAGA WITH UNDER 6000 MILES. 2. RESURFACE FLY WHEEL. 3. REPLACING THE CLUTCH AND PRESSURE PLATE. I PAID OVER $66,000K FOR THIS VEHICLE . AND FOR FORD …
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2013 ford Mustang?
It's a meaningful issue. 45 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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