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2024 Ford Mustang

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2024 Mustang.

The 2024 Ford Mustang presents a distinct reliability profile characterized by 71 total owner complaints and 11 recalls, with the electrical system emerging as the top complaint area. Situated within the nameplate's broader complaint history spanning 1990 to 2026, this model year sits well below the historically problematic 2005 peak of 868 complaints, yet it remains distant from the lowest benchmark of just 4 complaints recorded for 2026. For researchers, this means the 2024 iteration represents a moderately troubled chapter in the Mustang's lineage, where significant electrical concerns and multiple recalls necessitate careful evaluation despite avoiding the severe grievance volumes of the past.

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Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length189.4 in
Overall width75.6 in
Overall height55.1 in
Wheelbase107.1 in
Curb weight3948 lb
Track (front / rear)62.2 / 63.8 in

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Mustang of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.7–4.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.70 sec — 2024 Dark Horse Premium Fastback (Handling Pack)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2024Dark Horse Premium Fastback (Handling Pack) 5.0L V83.70 sec12.00 sec500 hpRWD
2024GT Premium Convertible (Performance Pack) 5.0L V83.90 sec12.20 sec480 hpRWD
2024Dark Horse Premium Fastback (Handling Pack) 5.0L V84.10 sec12.50 sec500 hpRWD
2024Dark Horse Premium Fastback (Handling Pack) 5.0L V84.10 sec12.60 sec500 hpRWD
2024GT Premium Fastback (Performance Pack) 5.0L V84.20 sec12.50 sec480 hpRWD
2024Dark Horse Premium Fastback (Handling Pack) 5.0L V84.30 sec12.70 sec500 hpRWD
2024Dark Horse Premium Fastback (Handling Pack) 5.0L V84.30 sec12.70 sec500 hpRWD
2024GT Premium Fastback (Performance Pack) 5.0L V84.30 sec12.50 sec480 hpRWD

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant at 200,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 200,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect)
Every 20,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
At 100,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 100,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Drive Belt (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)
At 200,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2024 Ford Mustang marks the debut of the seventh generation, and the federal record shows a notable shift from the preceding years. Complaints rose to 71 from 48 in 2022, and recalls increased to 11 from 9, reversing a multi-year downward trend in complaints that began around 2015. The 2024 model also has 118 TSBs, higher than 2022’s 114, and its top complaint area is the electrical system (15 reports), with 5 crash-related complaints but zero fires. While the 2025 and 2026 data are still early, they show lower complaint and recall counts, suggesting potential refinement after the first year. This uptick in both complaints and recalls relative to the late years of the previous generation indicates that the 2024 may carry typical first-model-year teething issues. **Overall, the 2024 is a less proven year to buy; if reliability is a priority, waiting for a later model year of this generation may be prudent.**

11
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
118
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
71
Owner complaints
5 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 71 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System15
Unknown Or Other5
Engine4
Exterior Lighting3
Visibility/Wiper3
Power Train,Engine3
Electrical System,Back Over Prevention3
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other3

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 11 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

23V800000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And LinkagesReported 28/11/2023

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles. The brake pedal assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a loose brake pedal. Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the brake pedal and bracket assembly, free of charge. Owner notification…

24V220000Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And FittingsReported 22/03/2024

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines. The low-pressure fuel supply line may be damaged or cut, which can result in a fuel leak. Remedy: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel supply line, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 118 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB 26-23092026-07-02Power TrainThis bulletin supersedes 26-2241. Reason For Update: update the parts list to correct the…
TSB 26-22972026-06-24Electrical SystemSome of the vehicles listed in the model statement above equipped with SYNC4 may…
TSB 26-22632026-05-29Power TrainThis bulletin supersedes 26-2112. Reason For Update: add 2026 model year vehicles, update…
TSB 26-22102026-05-27Power TrainSome of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit all of the following…
SSM 548572026-05-21Fuel/Propulsion System2020-2026 Explorer/Escape/Corsair, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport/Bronco, 2022-2026 Maverick…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.

VIN
Decode a VIN to confirm the transmission and build data for a specific Mustang. OEM
Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
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Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Frequently asked

Does the 2024 Mustang have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 11 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.