Is the 2012 FORD Mustang safe to drive?

The 2012 FORD Mustang has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 16V248000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

What Happened

Your vehicle's automatic transmission might unexpectedly shift to first gear, which can cause it to slow down suddenly.

Risk if Unfixed

If this happens, you might lose control of your vehicle, and the rear tires could lock up, increasing the risk of a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

We'll notify you, and our dealership will update the transmission software for free, so you can drive with peace of mind.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #16V248000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 16V248000

What This Recall Means

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?