Ford expands Mustang recall to nearly 150,000 vehicles over engine power loss risk
NHTSA says the recall now covers 148,663 Ford Mustang vehicles from model years 2024-2026.
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Sep 1, 2026, 6:36 p.m. ET
NHTSA reports injuries in Ford Mustang recall over engine power loss
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has received reports of injuries or illnesses related to a Ford Mustang recall, according to Fox Business. The recall, initiated on Aug. 25, 2026, covers 148,663 Ford Mustang vehicles from model years 2024-2026, built between Sept. 7, 2022, and June 9, 2026, due to a defect that can cause sudden loss of engine power while driving.
Ford has reported no accidents, injuries or vehicle owner questionnaires (VOQs) related to the defect, Fox Business reported. The company has not specified the number or nature of the injuries reported to the agency.
Authorized Ford dealers will replace the faulty terminals with redesigned, stronger metal parts at no cost to vehicle owners, according to the report.
Sep 1, 2026, 6:29 p.m. ETFirst report
Ford recalls nearly 150,000 Mustangs over engine power loss risk
Ford is recalling 148,663 Mustang vehicles in the U.S. because of a defect that can cause a sudden loss of engine power while driving, according to a notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported by Fox Business.
The recall covers 2024-2026 model year Mustangs built between Sept. 7, 2022, and June 9, 2026. The company reported no accidents, injuries, or vehicle owner questionnaires related to the defect.
Authorized Ford dealers will replace the faulty terminals with redesigned, stronger metal parts at no cost to vehicle owners. The recall was initiated on Aug. 25, 2026.
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