Ford Mustang Visibility Problems
Owners have filed 123 complaints with NHTSA about visibility problems on the Ford Mustang across 27 model years. The 1995 model year has the most (15). The words owners use most often: “side window” (10% of reports).
- 123visibility complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 3mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 42%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Side window: mentioned in 12 of 123 complaints (10%)
- Front windshield: mentioned in 9 of 123 complaints (7%)
- Heater core: mentioned in 8 of 123 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do visibility problems happen?
Based on 53 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 123 complaints, 3 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury.
Ford Mustang visibility complaints by model year
| Model year | Visibility complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Mustang | 3 | 17% | 2,800 |
| 2024 Mustang | 1 | 1% | 400 |
| 2022 Mustang | 2 | 4% | — |
| 2021 Mustang | 2 | 4% | 18,900 |
| 2020 Mustang | 4 | 3% | 40,000 |
| 2019 Mustang | 2 | 1% | 24,350 |
| 2017 Mustang | 3 | 1% | 54,774 |
| 2016 Mustang | 4 | 1% | 54,300 |
| 2015 Mustang | 6 | 1% | 20,000 |
| 2012 Mustang | 3 | 1% | 56,000 |
| 2011 Mustang | 1 | 0% | 28,852 |
| 2010 Mustang | 2 | 1% | 3,500 |
| 2009 Mustang | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2008 Mustang | 1 | 0% | 6,000 |
| 2007 Mustang | 9 | 1% | 17,250 |
| 2006 Mustang | 7 | 2% | 20,000 |
| 2005 Mustang | 1 | 0% | 500 |
| 2004 Mustang | 2 | 2% | 16,232 |
| 2003 Mustang | 4 | 3% | 5,000 |
| 2002 Mustang | 5 | 4% | 35,895 |
| 2001 Mustang | 11 | 6% | 6,000 |
| 2000 Mustang | 13 | 4% | 21,500 |
| 1999 Mustang | 4 | 2% | 53,396 |
| 1998 Mustang | 6 | 3% | 76,000 |
| 1997 Mustang | 4 | 2% | — |
| 1996 Mustang | 7 | 3% | — |
| 1995 Mustang | 15 | 2% | 174,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Model years: 2024, 2025, 2026
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang and 2025-2026 Mustang GTD vehicles. During certain cold temperature conditions, the windshield wipers may function only at their high-speed setting and the washing system may fail to function properly.
Risk: Windshield wipers or a washing system that fails to function as intended can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C32. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 2, 2026.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2025 Ford Mustang. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V546000 (Exterior Lighting) and 26V418000 (Visibility); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…
The contact owns a 2025 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V159000 (Visibility); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…
The contact leased a 2025 Ford Mustang from Avis Car Rental. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed on a cliffside highway around a curve, the rear passengerâs side window unexpectedly lowered and slammed down, causing a loud noise and allowing wind to enter the vehicle…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, it was extremely difficult to see through the rear glass. Upon closer inspection, the contact became aware that the rear glass made objects appear warped. No warning lights were illuminated. The…
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, while attempting to start the vehicle, the message "Contact your Dealer" was displayed on the screen. The contact stated that a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford Mustangs have visibility problems?
No. NHTSA has 123 owner complaints about visibility for the Ford Mustang. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Ford Mustang visibility?
Yes: 1 safety recall list visibility. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about visibility problems on the Ford Mustang?
The most frequent phrase is “side window”, in 12 of 123 complaints, followed by “front windshield” (9).
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