2024 Ford Mustang Instrument Cluster Recall (25V516)
Ford Motor Company · 1 vehicles · Reported August 8, 2025
Ford Motor Company is recalling 1 2024 Ford Mustang vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may not illuminate at startup or while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect." An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 25V516 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V516000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 25C35 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | August 8, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2024 Ford Mustang |
| Units affected | 1 |
| Build dates | June 26, 2024 to June 26, 2024 |
| Component | Electrical System > Instrument Cluster / Panel |
| Safety risk | An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024 Ford Mustang in recall 25V516?
The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may not illuminate at startup or while driving.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling one 2024 Mustang vehicle that was repaired incorrectly under recall 24V802. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may not illuminate at startup or while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."
Is it safe to drive a 2024 Mustang with recall 25V516?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Mustang shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the instrument cluster and panel, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V516?
Recall 25V516 covers 1 vehicles: 2024 Ford Mustang.
NHTSA lists 1 vehicles in this campaign, built June 26, 2024 to June 26, 2024. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Ford | Mustang |
What is the fix for the Mustang instrument cluster recall?
Yes. A dealer will update the instrument panel cluster software, free of charge.
A dealer will update the instrument panel cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 12, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C35.
When was recall 25V516 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 25V516 to NHTSA on August 8, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| June 26, 2024 | First affected vehicle built (per Ford Motor Company's filing). |
| June 26, 2024 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| August 8, 2025 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V516000. |
| September 12, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 13 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 0 days. If your Mustang was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Mustang is part of recall 25V516?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V516 is open on your Mustang, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2024 Mustang vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Mustang owners do about recall 25V516?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 25V516000 applies to your Mustang.
- Call a Ford dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any instrument cluster and panel symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Mustang owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 81 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 36 of them about the electrical system.
Since recall 25V516 was reported on August 8, 2025, owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the electrical system on these vehicles. 4 of them (25%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the electrical system and were received on or after August 8, 2025, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related electrical system issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 81 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 36 of them involve the electrical system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Ford Mustang: 81 complaints in total, 36 about the electrical system
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V802000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.
2024 Ford Mustang owner, OH, NHTSA complaint 11637439, filed January 21, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while making a left or right turn, the left or right turn signals were activated; however, the audible chime failed to engage. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and failure was replicated. The vehicle was not repaired.
2024 Ford Mustang owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11648069, filed March 13, 2025
My new 2024 Mustang GT’s AC doesn't blow cold air. It has less than 3,000 miles. It is beginning to be a known problem for 2024 mustang owners. This can be dangerous if a driver is trying to use the touch screen to work the air conditioner and settings.
2024 Ford Mustang owner, CO, NHTSA complaint 11648225, filed March 13, 2025
Can recall 25V516 make my Mustang a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 25V516000 does not automatically make your Mustang a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Intermittent electrical problems are a frequent source of repeat repair visits: the dealer cannot reproduce the fault, the owner brings the 2024 Ford Mustang back, and the problem shows up again.
This is not the first recall for this problem. When a manufacturer has to recall the same instrument cluster and panel again, that suggests the earlier fix did not work. If your 2024 Ford Mustang has had this repair more than once, keep every repair order.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 24V802000.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Mustang went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 25V516
Did the recall 25V516 fix work?
Since recall 25V516 was reported on August 8, 2025, owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the electrical system on these vehicles. 4 of them (25%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
Is the 25V516000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Mustang is part of recall 25V516000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 25V516000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Ford. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.