2015 Ford Mustang Body & structure Problems

My passenger door latch pops open nearly every time I drive on the highway. The latches were previously the subject of Safety Recall 16S30. I had my vehicle inspected by a Ford Dealership. No repairs or work was deemed necessary at that time. In the years since, my door now comes unlatched. Infrequently at first and now with very alarming frequency. Safety Recall 20S30 was issued specifically to address these inspections and recalls being completed ineffectually. Somehow my VIN has been left off of this recall even though it was on the 2016 one. The dealership is trying to charge me nearly $2000 to fix a known safety issue. This seems unreasonable, unfair, and extremely dangerous.

NHTSA ID

11726419

Incident

Mar 22, 2026

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V082000 (Back Over Prevention). The vehicle was dropped off at the dealer for service and remained at the dealer for two days. The contact was then informed that the mechanic in charge of servicing the recall was out sick; the dealer was uncertain if the recall repair had been serviced prior to the mechanic's absence. The contact chose to take possession of the vehicle, and the recall was removed from the vehicle. Recently, the contact stated that the trunk failed to open manually or with the key fob. The contact decided to tie a string to the emergency truck release, which was inserted through the back seat to open the trunk. The vehicle was taken to another dealer, where the contact was informed that the wiring to the trunk and backup camera were all connected. The contact was informed that the trunk failure could lead to a rear-view camera failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact was then referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 118,000.

NHTSA ID

11680324

Incident

May 1, 2025

Mileage

118,000 mi

Right after picking up my 2015 Ford Mustang from dealer service on July 23, 2025, the hood suddenly flew open while I was driving, completely blocking my view and creating a serious risk of collision. The dealership had performed multiple recalls and a multi-point inspection but did not flag any hood latch issue. The vehicle was released as “safe to drive,” yet this happened immediately after leaving their service. This was an extremely dangerous situation that could have caused a serious accident. The force of the hood flying up also caused major damage to the hood and surrounding components. The dealership took the car back and even offered me a rental, but they are refusing to take responsibility or repair the damage, claiming they are not at fault. I am reporting this because it is a serious safety issue and I want to ensure it is properly investigated to prevent similar incidents. I am also requesting that the dealer or manufacturer repair the damage or reimburse me for the cost to fix it, as this was caused immediately after their service.

NHTSA ID

11676323

Incident

Jul 23, 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while closing the trunk, the emblem on the trunk located above the rear license plate detached from the vehicle. The contact stated that the trunk was not slammed, and that the emblem could have fallen off while driving, becoming a possible road hazard. The local dealer was notified of the failure, and the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure, and the contact was transferred to the NHTSA Hotline with the contact’s knowledge. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 24,000.

NHTSA ID

11658178

Incident

Apr 29, 2025

Mileage

24,000 mi

The driver side fills with water during heavy rain. This is not due to a leak in the convertible top or any window seals. The water is coming from below. The water is at risk of causing rust build up, electrical malfunction, and mold growth. The problem has not been reproduced by a dealer or independent service center, every time I bring it up they say they don't cover leaks so I have yet to be able to get it checked out. The vehicle has not been inspected by anyone. There were no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the the first appearance. This has happened numerous times since 6/17/2023

NHTSA ID

11648629

Incident

Jun 17, 2023

It stolen

NHTSA ID

11556367

Incident

Nov 14, 2023

Passenger door suddenly opens at highway speed (over 70 mph), requiring very dangerous manoeuvres to stop and close it again. This happened 6 times in 4 hours of travel.

NHTSA ID

11527889

Incident

Jun 19, 2023

Having difficulties to get our vehicle repaired by Ford Motor Company. Two out of three Safety Recalls for our car have not been solved. Attempts for arranging services have been made through online scheduling at our local dealership, as well as through contacting them by phone at different times, but still no final solution is been granted. First, DOOR LATCHES: Manufacturer Recall Number 20S3 & NHTSA Recall Number 20V331. And second, REAR VIEW CAMERA: Ford Recall Number 22S06 & NHTSA Recall Number 22V082.

NHTSA ID

11518473

Incident

Apr 21, 2023

DOOR LATCHES Manufacturer Recall Number: 20S30. NHTSA Recall Number: 20V331. & REAR VIEW CAMERA Manufacturer Recall Number: 22S06. NHTSA Recall Number: 22V082.

NHTSA ID

11518470

Incident

Apr 21, 2023

The doors on both passenger and drivers side keep unlatching while driving. it happens quite often, 4 times this week on one 200 miles trip. I took it to the dealer who said the locking mechanisms were faulty. The dealer replaced both of them $1200.00. My question is: there was a recall on this problem involving several years including 2015. But my car was not included even though it obviously has the same problem. Is there anything that can be done to cover an obvious safety hazard?

NHTSA ID

11507269

Incident

Feb 10, 2023

The passenger door unlatches while the vehicle is in motion. The dealer has reported that this had already been fixed, but it is still happening. It is a major safely issue that needs to be resolved. I can provide video footage.

NHTSA ID

11475592

Incident

Jul 24, 2022

The passenger and driver door open (ajar) occasionally at freeway speeds. It has happened 6-7 times since February.

NHTSA ID

11470112

Incident

Feb 16, 2022

While driving my 2015 Ford Mustang 70 mph, my passenger side door opened. I had to reach across to pull it closed and nearly lost control of my vehicle. If I had lost control of my vehicle, other motorists would have been harmed. This has happened multiple times since owning the vehicle. I took it to Ford to get it looked at & found out there were 3 safety recalls; 20S30, 15S16, & 16S30. These recalls were supposed to inspect and fix a defective door latch. If it isn’t fixed, there is potential for the door to unlatch while driving, increasing the risk of injury. This recall affected 2.15 million Ford vehicles. These include the 15 Ford Mustang, 2013-2015 Ford C Max, 2013-2015 FordEscape, 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2015 Lincoln MKC, & 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect I spoke with the Ford Service center in Clearwater, FL on June 9th, 2022. They inspected the door latch and stated that it needed to be changed. This defective latch should have been fixed in the previous recall. They only checked the part number. If it wasn’t a certain part number, they marked it as passing and potentially putting thousands or even millions of unsafe vehicles back on the road. My vehicle has a defective door latch and should have been replaced! Ford basically lied to the NHTSA and put millions of drivers at risk on the roads. I contacted Ford Customer Support and asked them to rectify this since it was missed they basically rushed me off the phone and told me to fix it on my own. I’m appalled that Ford would show such a lack of concern for millions of motorists. I sincerely hope the NHTSA can do something about this

NHTSA ID

11468823

Incident

Nov 19, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that after it rained, there was water on the rear passenger’s side floor of the vehicle. The vehicle was equipped with a convertible top. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact cleaned and drained the water from the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted and a case was opened. The contact stated that a year later the vehicle was at the dealer for recall repairs and she noticed that there was water inside the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The manufacturer then transferred the call to the NHTSA. The approximate failure mileage was 74,000.

NHTSA ID

11466266

Incident

May 4, 2021

Mileage

74,000 mi

The information was not on the vehicle other than the vin. I called Purvis Ford in Fredericksburg, VA and was told the inspection to find the information was not free as it said in the recall notice. I must pay a tech service fee for them to inspect the car doors for the recall information. I said fine I would like to make an appointment for the inspection. The appointment given was for October 26, 2021 as this was the soonest they could get me in. I did not make the appointment as they clearly did not want my business.

NHTSA ID

11421774

Incident

Jun 3, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V331000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the door latches functioned as needed and did not need to be replaced. The recall designation was then removed from the vehicle and the vehicle was returned to the contact. A few months later, the contact stated that the passenger’s door started to rattle and independently opened while driving without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the vehicle was no longer under recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the recall and the contact was referred to the NHTSA for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.

NHTSA ID

11420561

Incident

Feb 1, 2021

Mileage

40,000 mi

Hi, I recently noticed my driver side door or not aligned with the body. And when I went to your website after noticing I found out that there was a recall issued on this situation. I think it’s the door hinges. Please let me know as what should be my next step as this doesn’t sound safe. Thanks [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

NHTSA ID

11419464

Incident

Jun 3, 2021

MY DRIVERS SIDE DOOR WILL FLY OPEN WHILE DRIVING WITH NO WARNING

NHTSA ID

11413020

Incident

Apr 18, 2021

Mileage

99,800 mi

MY PASSENGER SIDE DOOR KEEPS OPENING WHILE I AM DRIVING , IT'S REALLY UNSAFE AND REALLY WANT TO GET THIS FIXED. EVEN IF I'M NOT ON THE HIGHWAY EVEN SMALL ROADS WHERE I HAVE TO GO SLOWER IT OPENS. IT HAS HAPPENED MORE THEN ONCE 11/10/2020 WAS THE MOST RECENT.

NHTSA ID

11374157

Incident

Nov 10, 2020

2015 FORD MUSTANG ECOBOOST CONVERTIBLE - WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY OVER 65MPH THE PASSENGER DOOR UNLATCHES AND A WARNING SIGNAL APPEARS ON THE DASH STATING THE PASSENGER DOOR IS OPEN. I HAVE TO EITHER PULL OVER AND CLOSE THE DOOR MYSELF OR MY FIANC PUTS THE WINDOW DOWN AND PUSHES THE DOOR CLOSED AGAIN. THIS HAS HAPPENED 6 TIMES WITHIN THE PAST 2 MONTHS. FORD SANTA MONICA STATES THERE WAS NOTHING FOUND UNDER THE SAFETY RECALL 20S30/20V-331.

NHTSA ID

11373593

Incident

Nov 2, 2020

Mileage

68,700 mi

WAS IN THE PASSENGER SEAT AND NOTICED THE DOOR WAS NOT CLOSED WHILE WE WERE DRIVING. WE HAD TO STOP AND KEEP OPENING UP THE DOOR TO SLAM IT CLOSE AGAIN TO MAKE SURE THE DOOR LATCH WAS SECURE AND WAS PROPERLY SHUT.

NHTSA ID

11366157

Incident

Oct 23, 2020

Mileage

85,548 mi

DOOR LATCH FAILURE AT 68K MILES,THIS CONDITION CAUSES THE PASSENGER DOOR TO UNLATCH WHILE DRIVING.

NHTSA ID

11352879

Incident

Aug 27, 2020

Mileage

68,000 mi

TRUNK FAILS TO OPEN. THE TRUCK HAS BEEN OPERATING NORMALLY FOR ALMOST 5 YEARS, THEN SUDDENLY IS UNABLE TO OPEN. WHEN I USE MY FOB OR THE TRUCK RELEASE BUTTON, I HEAR THE ACTUATOR, BUT THE TRUNK DOES NOT UNLATCH. CONSIDERING SAFETY EQUIPMENT (SPARE TIRE ,FIRE EXTINGUISHER, FIRST AID KIT) IS STORED IN THE TRUNK, IT IS CRITICAL THAT IT OPENS WHEN NEEDED. *TR

NHTSA ID

11323362

Incident

Apr 16, 2020

Mileage

42,000 mi

THIS CAR WAS IN FOR THE DOOR OPENING UNEXPECTEDLY RECALL AND STILL FLIES OPEN OFTEN WHILE IN MOTION!!

NHTSA ID

11316200

Incident

Mar 3, 2020

Mileage

106,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL-A DOOR LATCH WITH A FRACTURED PAWL SPRING TAB TYPICALLY RESULTS IN A "DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE" CONDITION. ISSUE HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED.

NHTSA ID

11232169

Incident

Sep 2, 2016

Mileage

50,000 mi