Ford Mustang: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 12,420 Ford Mustang cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1964 and 2026.
In a sample of 374 cars, 31% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (7.8% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 30+ recalls for this model; 45.5% of registered cars still have an open recall.
5.1% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 7.8% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 7.2% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 5.9% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 3.7% |
| Tyre damaged | 2.7% |
| Exhaust not gas-tight / exhaust gases discharged unsafely | 1.6% |
| Headlight with different beam pattern incorrectly aimed | 1.3% |
| Tyre pressures on one axle unequal | 1.3% |
| Brake disc badly corroded | 0.8% |
| Steering dust boot damaged, not sealing | 0.8% |
Share of 374 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 8.8% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.5% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 0.3% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 12,420 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 45.5% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 5.1% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.8% |
| First registered | 1964 to 2026 |
All Ford Mustang passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-18 | windows and wipers | – | 6 |
| 2026-08-06 | transmission and drivetrain | – | 4,436 |
| 2026-05-28 | bodywork | – | 4,240 |
| 2026-02-26 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 14 |
| 2026-01-16 | brakes | – | 1 |
| 2025-12-01 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 181 |
| 2025-10-02 | other | – | 120 |
| 2025-09-18 | lights | – | 14 |
| 2025-09-04 | electrical system | – | 2,591 |
| 2025-08-19 | doors, bonnet and tailgate | – | 6,394 |
| 2025-08-19 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 227 |
| 2025-07-29 | steering | – | 1 |
| 2025-05-02 | electrical system | serious | 74 |
| 2025-04-29 | steering | serious | 1 |
| 2025-02-10 | electrical system | – | 1 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Ford Mustang fail the APK?
In a sample of 374 cars first registered 2012–2021, 31% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Ford Mustang?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (7.8%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (7.2%), tyre tread depth insufficient (5.9%).
Does the Ford Mustang have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 30 recalls. 45.5% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.