One of the best recent Mustangs
The 2020 Mustang has one of the lowest complaint rates. Rare transmission and electrical faults.
Updated November 2026 · based on 122 owner complaints and 8 recalls
200 33% below the Mustang average
8 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
Transmission faults
Rare shifting issues on the 10-speed automatic.
Fix: Software update $150
Transmission and drivetrain
Recalls
If the driver is unaware that the Pre-Collision Assist feature is not operating effectively, they may rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the...
A broken brake pedal could affect braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
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...
Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
A rearview camera or reverse light that is disabled reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Without a low brake fluid warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
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A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.
A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2020 Ford Mustang
- Feel for harsh shifts in traffic.Rough, delayed or slipping gear changes are early signs of transmission trouble. A rebuilt or replacement transmission often costs $3,000 to $6,000.26 of the 122 owner complaints about the 2020 Mustang involve the transmission and drivetrain (21%).
Questions
Is the 2020 Ford Mustang reliable?
One of the best recent Mustangs. The 2020 Mustang has one of the lowest complaint rates. Rare transmission and electrical faults.
How many recalls does the 2020 Ford Mustang have?
8 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 2020 Ford Mustang problems?
Transmission faults.
Crash rating shown for the 2020 Ford Mustang 2 DR RWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.