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2017 · Ford
Ford Mustang problems
1 critical safety recall on file — the kind NHTSA opens when crashes, fires, or injuries are documented. 255 owner complaints alongside. Read those first.
Reliability score
6.0 / 10
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
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Critical
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Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2017 Mustang?
High-risk ownership
Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open.
Body: 33 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 32,783–62,900 mi
Electrical system: 29 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 24,000–49,000 mi
Reliability score 6.0/10 — around the segment average
5 recall campaigns on file
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2017 Mustang· cruise controlCrash
When pulling out of a parking lot the car accelerated to full throttle by itself. I put the brakes on as hard as I could. It had no affect on stopping the car or even slowing it down. The car went over the median and was heading eastbound in the westbound lanes of traffic. I…
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Ford mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v779000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
When attempting to brake, my foot sometimes slips off the chrome brake pedal onto the gas pedal. Does it with wearing sneakers and leather sole shoes. Very, very dangerous. I am attempting to get a rubber pad put on the chrome brake pedal.
Bought a vehicle from oxmoor Ford in louisville kentucky on august 26, 2020. Notice after driving it felt like alignment was off. On september 10, 2020 went to local dealership and they found three bad tires that had the thread/ wires showing on the inside of the three tires.…
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 and Mustang vehicles
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S26.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles manufactured February 24, 2015, to August 30, 2016
A sudden loss of engine oil may cause engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, an oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil cooler tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S40.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles
A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the decklid wiring harness and/or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2022 and June 26, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the 4th Quarter of 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S06.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.0 out of 10 based on 255 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 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 2017 Ford Mustang?
The 2017 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: Body: 33 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 32,783–62,900 mi; Electrical system: 29 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 24,000–49,000 mi; Reliability score 6.0/10 — around the segment average; 5 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 2017 Ford Mustang?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 33 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 47,290 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The body is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 47,290 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 2017 Ford Mustang?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 255 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,500, 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)
public records database, last synced 8 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/Ford/Mustang.
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