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2021 Ford Mustang Engine Problems

Complaints
8about this part
Share
15%of 55 total for the year
Median mileage
700miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the engine of the 2021 Ford Mustang, 15% of the 55 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 700 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“While entering an on-ramp and just before merging onto the freeway the vehicle failed to accelerate and I lost complete power from the engine. The vehicle was still powered on, but produced no combustion from the engine. The check engine light illuminated and a message appeared on the dash stating to shift the vehicle into neutral. I pulled off on the shoulder and shifted the vehicle into park. I shut the vehicle off and started it back up. After doing so I had full power once again. This is the sixth time this has happened.”

NHTSA complaint #11682840, filed 2025-08

“My 2021 Ford Mustang EcoBoost is currently experiencing an ongoing issue with the EVAP purge valve, a critical emissions component. The vehicle suffers from stuttering, rough idle, and a check engine light, especially immediately after refueling, where the engine has stalled multiple times—posing a serious safety risk during traffic re-entry and acceleration.The purge valve has not been replaced, and the issue remains unresolved. …”

NHTSA complaint #11672874, filed 2025-07

“The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that immediately after purchasing the vehicle new, the engine experienced random misfire, causing the vehicle to lose motive power and acceleration. During the failure, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who reprogrammed the engine computer and replaced the camshaft sensor however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 700.”

NHTSA complaint #11469341, filed 2022-06, 700 miles

“Vehicle engine is noisy with grinding sounds coming from lower side of engine, can be heard at idle speeds plus popping, ticking. Engine has no power, smells like raw fuel. Engine internal problems exist at 46,000 miles. Vehicle feels like will stall any minute. Ford engine V8 GT Fastback, Ford Mustang. Engine internal parts grinding, popping and ticking sounds from engine while running. Under warranty but dealer is not honoring warranty. Nielsen Ford, Morristown, NJ.”

NHTSA complaint #11648411, filed 2025-03

“A steady Check Engine Light came on after starting the car; brought it to Ford Dealer of Montebello and they stated coolant leak and got into one of the cylinders that caused misfires.”

NHTSA complaint #11722624, filed 2026-03

Related service bulletins

Engine: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2026338%
2025316%
20241012%
2023213%
2022510%
2021815%
20202521%
20195335%
20185930%
20172710%
20167620%
20155112%
2014185%
2013228%
2012306%
20114810%
201083%
200932%
200862%
2007152%
2006113%
2005193%
200433%
200364%
200243%
200121%
200031%
199910%
199810%
199721%
199621%
199510%
199421%
198911%
198613%

Other parts of the 2021 Ford Mustang

Fuel system
15 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
9 complaints
Electrical system
6 complaints
Brakes
5 complaints
Other or unknown
5 complaints
Back-over prevention (rear camera)
4 complaints
Suspension
3 complaints
Air bags
2 complaints
Engine cooling
2 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaints
Forward collision avoidance
1 complaints
Seat belts
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2021 Ford Mustang

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology