Ford Mustang Recall Issued for Wiring Harness Ground Connections
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Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang vehicles due to engine compartment wiring harness ground connections that may fracture.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on September 1, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang vehicles. The engine compartment wiring harness ground connections may fracture and result in a loss of drive power, or a loss of function in the windshield washing system, headlights, air conditioning, or engine cooling fan. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," and 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers certain 2024-2026 Ford Mustang vehicles. A total of 148,663 units are affected under NHTSA Campaign Number 26V547000. Ford's recall number is 26C40. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 28, 2026.
What You Should Do
Dealers will replace the engine compartment wiring harness ground terminals, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed August 31, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in March 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Why This Matters
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. In addition, a loss of headlight function or windshield washing system function can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Source
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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