Some 2015-2017 Mustang Convertibles built on or before 1-Feb-2017 may exhibit wear marks or damage to the exterior surface of the convertible top in the area of the front outer edges. This may be due to contact between the convertible top and the tonneau covers that may be installed on the vehicle by the customer when the top is in the open position. If the tonneau covers have been installed on the vehicle, and the wear/damage is located in the area where the tonneau covers overlap the convertible top, replace the convertible top material. Refer to WSM, Section 501-18. Discard the original tonneau covers, and supply the customer with new tonneau covers, part numbers FR3Z-7631004-CB and FR3Z-
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2015 Ford Mustang visibility problems
moderate Owners of the 2015 Ford Mustang have filed 10 NHTSA complaints about the visibility at roughly $350 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See visibility across all vehicles →
Complaints
10
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$350
| Model year | visibility complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 Mustang | 3 |
| 2015 Mustang (this page) | 10 |
| 2016 Mustang | 3 |
What stands out
Of the 10 model years of Ford Mustang we track for visibility problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 10.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering visibility on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Online automotive service information system for March 2016
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗FORD: NO SERVICE ACTION IS RECOMMENDED FOR THIS CONDITION. PLEASE USE AT YOUR DISCRETION. VARIOUS 2010-2015 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A TURBULENCE NOISE, SIMILAR TO AN HELICOPTER NOISE, AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WHEN THE REAR DOOR WINDOW(S) OR SUNROOF ARE OPEN.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Backup camera failures dominate the complaints. Multiple owners report the camera going blank, displaying distorted images, or quitting completely—often at very low mileage (28,145 miles noted). Intermittent operation is common, with error messages on the dash prompting owners to contact Ford. Recall 22S06 was issued for 2015–2017 Mustangs to address loose or damaged wiring at the trunk lid, but the recall's scope has been inconsistently applied. Some vehicles built within the production window were excluded, and at least one dealer claimed the issue was "normal" and refused to repair it.
Convertible roof owners report the rear plastic window deteriorating around the defroster wire, turning white and reducing visibility by around 60,000 miles. One owner's driver-side mirror cover detached at just 2,300 miles without a clear cause; the manufacturer denied responsibility.
Windshield seal leaks allow water into the cabin, and faulty evaporator cores prevent proper defogging or defrosting in wet or cold weather—a safety concern owners describe as rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive due to visibility they cannot control. Dealers have been slow or unwilling to address these issues.
Failure modes owners describe
Rearview camera failure — intermittent/blank display
The backup camera goes blank, displays distorted images, or fails completely. Some owners report the wiring at the trunk lid appears loose or damaged with split insulation. Ford recall 22S06 addresses this but has inconsistently applied scope, and dealerships report some vehicles built within the production window are excluded or claim the issue is 'normal.'
When: Low mileage reported (28,145 miles noted); intermittent from early ownership
Symptoms owners cite: Blank or distorted image on dash display; Intermittent on/off operation; Complete failure; Dashboard error message: 'contact Ford'; Visible loose or damaged wiring at trunk lid
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer quoted $440 for camera replacement. Recall 22S06 repair reportedly performed at some dealerships without resolution; some owners report dealerships refused to perform work, claiming issue is normal.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall 22S06 issued for 2015–2017 Mustangs; however, scope inconsistent—some vehicles within the production window excluded. Ford referred owners back to dealer reports.
Rear convertible roof window deterioration
On convertible models, the rear plastic window of the convertible roof deteriorates around the embedded defroster wire, turning white and reducing visibility.
When: Approximately 60,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Rear plastic window turns white around defroster wire; Impaired visibility through rear window
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer diagnosed need for rear plastic window replacement; repair not completed.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer informed but no action noted.
Driver-side rearview mirror cover detachment
The exterior driver-side rearview mirror cover detached suddenly without clear cause, at very low mileage.
When: 2,300 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Mirror cover detached with loud bang after opening driver door
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer could not determine cause.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer denied responsibility.
Windshield seal leakage
The body seal under the passenger-side front windshield developed pinholes, allowing water to enter the vehicle and pool on the floorboard.
When: Approximately 65,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Water entering vehicle onto floorboard; Visible pinholes in windshield seal
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle not diagnosed or repaired by dealer.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer referred owner to NHTSA Hotline.
Evaporator core failure — impaired defogging/defrosting
The evaporator core is faulty, causing the A/C to work inefficiently and critically impairing the vehicle's ability to defog or defrost the windshield in wet or cold weather. Owners report this renders the vehicle unsafe to drive due to visibility obstruction the driver cannot control.
When: Not specified in narratives
Symptoms owners cite: A/C not cooling efficiently; Inability to properly defog/defrost windshield; Fogged windows in inclement weather; Poor visibility that driver cannot control
Repairs/costs cited: Issue noted in Ford service bulletin.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Service bulletin issued acknowledging faulty evaporator core.
Synthesized from 10 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2015 Ford Mustang?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 10 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Based on the 10 complaints filed, visibility issues most often appear around 40,089 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility 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 visibility?
No active recalls currently cover visibility 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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2015/Ford/Mustang.
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