2021 Ford Mustang

$11,000
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553
listings
$11K–$190K
price range
Low$11,000
High$190,000
From$11,000
Avg Mileage41,727 mi
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2021 Ford Mustang Pricing

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Ford Mustang Safety & Reliability

Moderate

The 2021 Ford Mustang's moderate safety profile includes 4 recall campaigns and 52 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

4
Recalls
52
Complaints
4
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
21V9800002021-16-12
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mustang vehicles. The side curtain air bag inflators may have been manufactured with the incorrect amount of compressed gas, which can result in improper air bag inflation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 226, "Ejection Mitigation," and 214, "Side Impact Protection."

An air bag that does not inflate properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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22V0830002022-16-02
AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang vehicles. An insufficient weld on the front passenger knee air bag may result in an improper air bag deployment.

An improper air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

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23V7270002023-27-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Mustang vehicles. The brake fluid level sensor may not activate the visual warning indicator when the brake fluid is low. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Without a low brake fluid warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.

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25V6890002025-10-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mustang vehicles repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V727. The brake fluid level sensor may not activate the visual warning indicator when the brake fluid is low. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Without a low brake fluid warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2021 Ford Mustang has accumulated 52 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with fuel system, gasoline leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Fuel System, Gasoline9
02Power Train7
03Electrical System3
04Unknown Or Other3
05Engine3
52 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Mustang Fuel Economy

17–100mpg combined
·
14-105city
·
22-93hwy
·
$750-$2,600/yr

With 20 configurations tested, the 2021 Ford Mustang ranges from 17 to 100 MPG combined. That's a 83 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Mustang Mach-E RWD - Automatic (A1)
100mpg
Rear-Wheel DriveEV
105 city93 hwy~$750/yr10/10 Clean
Mustang Mach-E AWD - Automatic (A1)
93mpg
All-Wheel DriveEV
100 city86 hwy~$800/yr10/10 Clean
Mustang Mach-E AWD Extended - Automatic (A1)
90mpg
All-Wheel DriveEV
96 city84 hwy~$850/yr10/10 Clean
Mustang Mach-E GT - Automatic (A1)
84mpg
All-Wheel DriveEV
90 city77 hwy~$900/yr10/10 Clean
Mustang Mach-E GT Performance - Automatic (A1)
82mpg
All-Wheel DriveEV
88 city75 hwy~$950/yr10/10 Clean
Mustang - Automatic (S10)
25mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
21 city32 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average
Mustang - Automatic 10-spd
25mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
21 city32 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average
Mustang - Manual 6-spd
24mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average
Mustang Convertible - Automatic (S10)
23mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city28 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average
Mustang Convertible - Automatic 10-spd
23mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city28 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average
Mustang Convertible - Manual 6-spd
23mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average
Mustang HO Coupe - Automatic (S10)
23mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average
Mustang HO Convertible - Automatic (S10)
22mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr4/10 Average
Mustang HO Coupe - Manual 6-spd
22mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$2,000/yr4/10 Average
Mustang HO Convertible - Manual 6-spd
21mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
19 city25 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average
Mustang - Automatic (S10)
19mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$2,300/yr3/10 Poor
Mustang - Manual 6-spd
18mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor
Mustang Convertible - Automatic (S10)
18mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city23 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor
Mustang Mach 1 - Automatic (S10)
18mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city23 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor
Mustang Mach 1 - Manual 6-spd
17mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city22 hwy~$2,600/yr3/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2021 Ford Mustang

33States

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 15% of listings are there. But with 33 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2021.

2021 Ford Mustang Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2021 Ford Mustang a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2021 Ford Mustang. There are 4 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2021 Ford Mustang?

NHTSA shows 4 recall campaigns for the 2021 Ford Mustang. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2021 Ford Mustang?

You'll get between 17 and 100 MPG combined from the 2021 Ford Mustang, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2021 Ford Mustang?

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE problems top the list with 52 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2021 compare to other Ford Mustang years?

The 2021 sits at a specific point in the Ford Mustang lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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