2023 Ford MUSTANG
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2023 Ford MUSTANG has 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.1x the segment average of 296. The most common issue is steering problems (18% of all complaints), specifically: while piloting the vehicle at speeds between approximately 27 and 37 mile per hour, the steering becomes loose and darty, creating an unstable and potentially unsafe driving experience. the problem was reproduced by a dealer as detailed in the provided repair order. the dealer contacted the manufa. There are 6 recalls issued for this model year.
28
Total Complaints
6
Recalls Issued
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Safety Stars
0.1x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
STEERING
5 complaints- • While piloting the vehicle at speeds between approximately 27 and 37 mile per hour, the steering becomes loose and darty, creating an unstable and potentially unsafe driving experience. The problem was reproduced by a dealer as detailed in the provided repair order. The dealer contacted the manufa
- • I was driving and my steering wheel turned to the right all of a sudden and I hit a curb. The curb caused my tire to blow, messed up my wheel, and who knows how bad anything else was that was messed up from this incident.
- • My steering wheel has a vibration, this problem started a few days ago, I wasn't sure what was happening until today that I got the recall from Ford. I'm afraid now, it's the first time in my whole life that I experienced this problem, really? this is brand new car. 3 recalls in one year.
“While piloting the vehicle at speeds between approximately 27 and 37 mile per hour, the steering becomes loose and darty, creating an unstable and potentially unsafe driving experience. The problem was reproduced by a dealer as detailed in the provided repair order. The dealer contacted the manufa”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Recalls (6)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK."
Risk: The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S06.
Fuel Cost Calculator for 2023 Ford MUSTANG
Live EIA pricesBased on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.
5-Year Gas Price History
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Estimated Insurance Cost for 2023 Ford MUSTANG
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Ford MUSTANG Service Intervals
IOLM (Intelligent Oil Life Monitor) may signal earlier. Older 5.4L Triton engines have specific service needs — check the manual.
"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.
Ford New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 28 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐STEERING: While piloting the vehicle at speeds between approximately 27 and 37 mile per hour, the steering becomes loose and darty, creating an unstable and potentially unsafe driving experience. The problem was reproduced by a dealer as detailed in the provided repair order. The dealer contacted the manufa
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: While attempting to accelerate at an intersection, the vehicle lurched forward. The gas peddle stopped working completely, leaving my vehicle stranded in the middle of the intersection with traffic coming from both directions. The engine was not revving when the gas peddle was being pushed. After re
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐BRAKES: On Nov 22nd, I met with an accident. I have a safety recall notice from Ford. NHTSA Recall number is 23V727. Because of this, the brakes were faulty leading to the accident.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: On Nov 22nd, I met with an accident. I have a safety recall notice from Ford. NHTSA Recall number is 23V727. Because of this, the brakes were faulty leading to the accident.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 6 recalls have been completed — free at any Ford dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Ford MUSTANG — Year Comparison
How does 2023 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 28
- Recalls
- 6
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 10
- Injury reports
- 0
- Segment avg
- 296
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