Ford Motor Company is recalling 148,663 Mustang vehicles due to a potential electrical wiring defect that could result in a loss of drive power. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced the recall after identifying a risk that affected vehicles could also experience failures in safety functions, including headlights and the windshield washing system.
The recall targets Ford Mustang models from the 2024 to 2026 model years. According to NHTSA, these vehicles were manufactured between September 7, 2022, and June 9, 2026. Regulators estimate that 1% of the vehicles in the recall population contain the defect.
The technical issue involves the engine compartment wiring harness ground terminals. Federal regulators noted that if these terminals fail, the vehicle could lose drive power or suffer disruptions to the air conditioning, engine cooling fan, windshield washing system, and headlights. Ford has instructed owners to bring affected vehicles to Ford or Lincoln dealerships, where technicians will replace the terminals at no cost.
The defect increases the risk of a crash, particularly if there is a loss of drive power or failure of headlights. Owners of 2024, 2025, and 2026 Ford Mustangs will need to monitor their mail for official notifications from the manufacturer.
Because the remedy involves the replacement of the wiring harness ground terminals, owners will be required to schedule service appointments. Ford has stated that these repairs will be performed free of charge.
Owners are scheduled to receive initial notification letters between August 31 and September 4. A second round of letters will be mailed once a remedy for the defect is available, which is expected around March 2027. Drivers can reference NHTSA recall number 26V547 or Ford recall number 26C40 for updates.