Model year guide

2016 Ford Mustang

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Ford Mustang is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 84 on record.

2016 Ford Mustang — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 Ford Mustang at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints373
Combined22 mpg
Typical price$26,317

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2016 Ford Mustang recalls 5

Seat Belts NHTSA Campaign #15V707000 · 26/10/2015

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Mustang vehicles manufactured September 26, 2015, to October 1, 2015. The front and rear seat belts and child seat tether anchors may have been damaged in shipping from the supplier to the vehicle assembly plant and may not adequately restrain the occupant in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Ve…

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear seat belt assemblies and the child seat tether anchors, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15C13.

Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:hoses/lines/piping/fittings NHTSA Campaign #16V779000 · 26/10/2016

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles manufactured February 24, 2015, to August 30, 2016. A hose may separate from the engine oil cooler tube assembly causing an oil leak.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil cooler tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S40.

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera NHTSA Campaign #22V082000 · 16/02/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera wiring may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the decklid wiring harness and/or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2022 and June 26, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the 4th Quarter of 2022. Owners may contact Fo…

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera NHTSA Campaign #25V572000 · 04/09/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number fo…

Seat Belts:pretensioner NHTSA Campaign #25V614000 · 12/09/2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. Water and road salt may corrode the front seat belt anchor pretensioner cables.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace both front seat belt anchor pretensioner assemblies, as necessary. In addition, dealers will remove sections of the carpet and underlayment that contact the cables. Dealers will also inspect the A-pillar sealing patches, and as necessary, install A-pillar body plugs…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2016 Ford Mustang common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 373 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Back Over Prevention
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2016 Ford Mustang MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,858

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2016 Ford Mustang worth?

Low
$18,998
Typical price
$26,317
High
$36,955

From 52 comparable 2016 Ford Mustang listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Ford Mustang costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,290
Depreciation (5 yrs)$11,600
Total$25,890
Per mile$0.35

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($26,317) with the same model 5 model-years older ($14,695), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Ford Mustang trims & engines on record

Trims
GT Coupe · I4 Coupe · V6 Coupe · I4 Convertible · GT Convertible · Shelby Coupe · V6 Convertible
Engines
5.0L 8-cyl 435 hp · 2.3L 4-cyl 310 hp · 3.7L 6-cyl 300 hp · 5.2L 8-cyl 500 hp · 3.7L 6-cyl 305 hp

2016 Ford Mustang vehicles on record

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2016 Ford Mustang — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Ford Mustang have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2016 Ford Mustang. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford Mustang?

Based on 373 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are seat belts, back over prevention, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Ford Mustang get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Ford Mustang at about 22 mpg combined (18 city / 28 highway).

How much is a 2016 Ford Mustang worth?

Comparable 2016 Ford Mustang listings run roughly $18,998–$36,955, typically around $26,317 (from 52 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.