2015 FORD MUSTANG Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Ford Mustang. This model year has 432 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Uncategorized Issues.
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Worst 2015 Ford Mustang Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Uncategorized Issues
Electrical Faults
Brake System
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Ford Mustang. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 75 | 5 | 2 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 65 | 3 | 2 | — | |
| Brake System | 51 | 5 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 50 | — | 3 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 45 | 4 | 1 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 42 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 41 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 40 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 28 | — | 2 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 23 | 11 | 1 | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 21 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 16 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 16 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 14 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 10 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 9 | 4 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2015 Ford Mustang. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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My passenger door latch pops open nearly every time I drive on the highway. The latches were previously the subject of Safety Recall 16S30. I had my vehicle inspected by a Ford Dealership. No repairs or work was deemed necessary at that time. In the years since, my door now comes…
I was driving down the highway with heater on and defrost. All of a sudden I hear a pop and my car started bogging down. I exited the highway to get out of danger, it then had a wrench light ( transmission) pop up and when I parked the car on the access road it started smoking a …
While driving, I attempted to depress my clutch pedal in order to bring my vehicle to a stop. My clutch pedal only went halfway to the floor. I was able to force it down to the floor using a higher than usual amount of force. After bringing my vehicle to a stop I inspected my clu…
The weld that holds the clutch pedal broke causing the clutch pedal to not engage properly. Driving in traffic during a down shift stop almost caused an accident. Which led to not being able to shift gears which left the car unable to drive and left the stranded on the side of …
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION) and 25V614000 (SEAT BELTS). The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a distorted image while the vehicle was in reverse(R), and occasi…
“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 later…
With only 32,885 miles, engine light came on due to (P0456) EVAP small leak. Went to an auto shop and Ford dealer for diagnostic scan. Both technicians found that there is a bit of smoke coming out from the top of the fuel tank due to a small stress crack at the port near the can…
When putting the vehicle into reverse the backup camera displayed an unusable red fuzzy screen. Backup camera was unable to assist in safely reversing and mirrors and parking sensors had to be used
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V614000 (SEAT BELTS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall re…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V614000 (Seat Belts) and 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the clutch pedal detached from the brake pedal assembly. Neither an independent mechanic nor a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact recently purchased the vehicle. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V331000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who refused to inspect the door latch codes. The…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a distorted image while the v…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera intermittently failed to operate as needed while the vehicle was shifted into reverse(R). The contact stated that the camera image either displayed a blank image or the camera displayed …
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera screen independently turned off and on. In addition, the error message indicated to contact the dealer for assistance. The contact stated that the failure was persistent…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rearview camera failed to display an image of the rear of the vehicle, compromising the back over prevention system. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received the recall letter related to NHTSA Campaign Number: XXX (Back Over Prevention). While reversing, the camera was flickering. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the dealer informed the c…
The evaporator is leaking and apparently is a known issue from ford and they didn't report this. The evaporator core is leaking and it blows hot air for a good amount. It draws a lot of power form the system and drops the rpm below idling. Forcing me to rev a cold engine so that …
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V082000 (Back Over Prevention). The vehicle was dropped off at the dealer for service and remained at the dealer for two days. The contact was then informed that the mechanic in ch…
Right after picking up my 2015 Ford Mustang from dealer service on July 23, 2025, the hood suddenly flew open while I was driving, completely blocking my view and creating a serious risk of collision. The dealership had performed multiple recalls and a multi-point inspection but …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2015 Ford Mustang.
Recalls for 2015 Ford Mustang
11 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2015 Ford Mustang. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2015 Ford Mustang — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2015 Ford Mustang reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2015 Ford Mustang has 432 NHTSA owner complaints, 26 crash-related, and 11 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Uncategorized Issues (75 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Mustang?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (75 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (65 complaints). #3: Brake System (51 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Ford Mustang?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2015 Ford Mustang?▾
The 2015 Ford Mustang has 26 crash-related complaints and 7 fire reports out of 432 total NHTSA complaints. 19 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2015 Ford Mustang have any recalls?▾
Yes — 11 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2015 Ford Mustang. The largest issue: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2015 Ford Mustang?▾
The 2015 Ford Mustang has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Uncategorized Issues issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Ford Mustang reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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