A solid late Mustang
The 2019 Mustang drew about half the model average. EcoBoost head gasket complaints are the main issue.
Updated November 2026 · based on 153 owner complaints and 6 recalls
211 29% below the Mustang average
6 free to fix at a dealer
Every Mustang year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Top problems and what they cost
Head gasket and coolant leak
Coolant loss and misfires on some EcoBoost engines.
Fix: Head gasket $1,500 to $3,000
Engine
Recalls
If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being shifted into park, unintended vehicle movement may result, increasing the risk of injury or cr...
A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, fuel or temperature level, or safety system warnings.
A rearview camera or reverse light that is disabled reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.
A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
A blank instrument cluster that fails to display critical safety information, such as vehicle speed or safety system warnings, increases the risk of a crash.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2019 Ford Mustang
- Check the coolant level when cold.Coolant keeps the engine from overheating. A dropping level, drips, white smoke or residue can mean leaks or a failing head gasket, which can ruin the engine.65 of the 153 owner complaints about the 2019 Mustang involve the engine and cooling system (42%).
- Look for white smoke at start-up.Coolant keeps the engine from overheating. A dropping level, drips, white smoke or residue can mean leaks or a failing head gasket, which can ruin the engine.65 of the 153 owner complaints about the 2019 Mustang involve the engine and cooling system (42%).
Questions
Is the 2019 Ford Mustang reliable?
A solid late Mustang. The 2019 Mustang drew about half the model average. EcoBoost head gasket complaints are the main issue.
How many recalls does the 2019 Ford Mustang have?
6 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2019 Ford Mustang problems?
Head gasket and coolant leak.
Crash rating shown for the 2019 Ford Mustang 2 DR RWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.