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2015 · Ford
Ford Mustang problems
434 owner complaints and 4 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.
Reliability score
6.2 / 10
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
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Critical
4
Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2015 Mustang?
High-risk ownership
Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open.
Electrical system: 58 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 11,050–61,000 mi
Brakes: 29 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 9,046–76,000 mi
Reliability score 6.2/10 — around the segment average
4 recall campaigns on file
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2015 Mustang· powertrain
Http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14267 vehicle exhibited the sound shown in the video. It took an independent shop to diagnose and find the problem to be shown in the transmission bellhousing of the mt82. Dealer finally heard the issue and service manager…
Purchased 2015 mustang 5.0 with only 6000 miles. And numerous times I tried to register my mustang with Ford sync vehicle health report but said my vehicle wasn't compatible, which I didn't understand. When I hit 13000miles... I noticed vehicle ac was not cooling for a…
“Charge system service now” came on the dash, battery lost power after about 10 seconds, screen went black, dash went black, car locked up, opened the hood and the engine was on fire, called 911 who came quickly and put the fire out without the entire car burning, insurance…
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Mustang vehicles manufactured August 18, 2014, to October 2, 2014
If the tension sensor misclassifies the front passenger, improper passenger air bag deployment may occur, increasing the risk of occupant injury in the event of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will replace the passenger safety belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14C08.
A partial loss of the rear braking system can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Roush will notify owners, and Roush-authorized Ford dealers will tighten the caliper guide pin to the proper specification, free of charge. The recall began in February 2016. Owners may contact Roush customer service at 1-800-597-6874.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Mustang vehicles manufactured September 25, 2014, to October 9, 2014
A partially seated fuel pressure sensor could cause a fuel odor or a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel jumper line, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S27.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.2 out of 10 based on 434 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 Ford Mustang has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2015 Ford Mustang?
The 2015 Ford Mustang is a higher-risk ownership prospect. Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open. The record behind that call: Electrical system: 58 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 11,050–61,000 mi; Brakes: 29 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 9,046–76,000 mi; Reliability score 6.2/10 — around the segment average; 4 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2015 Ford Mustang?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 58 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 36,385 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 36,385 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Ford Mustang has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2015 Ford Mustang?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 434 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2015/Ford/Mustang.
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