Ford has issued two separate Mustang-related recalls affecting 110,626 vehicles in the United States, and while the issues are different, both land in the same practical place: drivers need to know whether their vehicle is included.
One recall covers certain gas-powered Ford Mustang and Mustang GTD models with a cold-weather windshield wiper and washer problem. The other covers certain Mustang Mach-E electric SUVs with a rear differential pinion shaft that may fracture.
That sounds technical because it is. But the real-world meaning is simpler. One problem could reduce visibility in bad weather. The other could cause loss of drive power or unintended movement if the vehicle is parked without the parking brake applied. Neither is something owners should ignore.
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Which Mustang Vehicles Are Recalled
The larger of the two recalls involves 67,842 Mustang and Mustang GTD vehicles. It covers 2025-2026 Ford Mustang GTD models and 2024-2026 Ford Mustang models. Federal documents show 289 Mustang GTD vehicles are included, along with 67,553 Mustang vehicles.
The GTD vehicles were built from January 16, 2025, through February 2, 2026. The affected Mustang vehicles were built from September 18, 2024, through February 2, 2026. Ford says the affected vehicles were identified using supplier process and maintenance records tied to wiper motor production.
That matters because this is not simply a case where every Mustang from those model years is automatically included. The vehicles were not produced in VIN order, so two nearly identical cars could have different recall status. Owners need to check by VIN.
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The Cold Weather Wiper Problem
The wiper recall is tied to cold temperatures of 0 degrees Celsius or less, which is 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Under those conditions, the wiper motor may lose communication with the steering column control module. If that happens, the front windshield wipers may only operate at their highest speed, and the windshield washing system may stop working.
In normal dry weather, that may not sound dramatic. In slush, road spray, freezing rain or snow, it becomes a more serious safety concern very quickly. Wipers that only work on high speed are annoying. A washer system that won’t clear salt or grime from the glass can leave a driver looking through a smeared windshield at the worst possible time.
Federal filings say the issue is tied to a semiconductor chip in the wiper motor’s printed circuit board assembly. The supplier used an incorrect programming equipment setting, which could lead to the communication problem in cold temperatures. Ford says there is no warning that tells the driver the issue is about to happen.
Dealers will inspect the wiper motor and replace it if it fails inspection. The repair will be free. Interim owner letters are expected in July 2026, while final remedy letters are expected in spring 2027.
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The Mach-E Rear Differential Risk
The second recall covers 42,784 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. These electric SUVs have a rear differential pinion shaft that may fracture because of bending fatigue. Ford says the root cause of that fatigue is still under investigation.
If the pinion shaft fails, the driver may experience a loss of motive power. In plain English, the vehicle may stop driving itself forward as expected. The condition may also allow unintended vehicle movement when Park is requested if the parking brake is not applied. Either scenario can increase the risk of a crash.
Drivers may see a malfunction indicator light on the instrument panel, and diagnostic trouble codes may be stored. Ford’s investigation included analysis of warranty-return parts, and the company reported 62 warranty claims potentially related to the condition as of June 11, 2026. Ford says it is not aware of crashes, injuries or fires related to the defect.
Ford and Lincoln dealers will repair or replace the rear differential assembly at no charge. Interim letters are expected in July 2026, with final remedy letters expected in late December 2026.
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What Owners Should Do Next
Owners should not assume their car is included based only on model year, trim or drivetrain. The safest move is to check their VIN through Ford, NHTSA or a Ford or Lincoln dealer.
For the Mach-E recall, using the parking brake is a smart habit while owners wait for recall instructions, especially because the risk includes unintended vehicle movement if Park is requested and the parking brake is not applied.
For Mustang and Mustang GTD owners in cold-weather areas, this recall deserves attention before winter driving. Visibility problems rarely arrive at a convenient time, and a washer system that fails in freezing road grime is the kind of small defect that can quickly feel very large.
Recalls are frustrating, but they are also part of how modern vehicle safety gets corrected after vehicles leave the factory. The calm, practical answer is simple: check the VIN, watch for the owner letter, schedule the free repair and don’t wait until bad weather or a warning light makes the decision for you.
