2012 Ford Mustang Power Train Problems
- 137
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 137 stored complaint records:
- 7 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- Manual Transmission · 3 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 81 |
| 30–60k mi | 26 |
| 60–100k mi | 17 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford mustang. While driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle downshifted to approximately 5 mph. In addition, the wrench icon illuminated. The vehicle was taken to koons ford ([redacted], silver spring, md 20904) where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be rebuilt or replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate…
ODI 11282330
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford mustang. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle downshifted into first gear and decelerated to approximately 15 mph without warning. Fowler ford (located at 3400 s sheridan rd, tulsa, ok 74145, [redacted]) was contacted and an appointment was scheduled to have the vehicle diagnosed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 16v248000…
ODI 11217136
Power Train
My mustang has been doing this more frequently now, where i'm driving highway speeds and the transmission suddenly downshift to low gear from high gear. This afternoon it almost caused me to crash on my way home from work on the freeway. This is completely unacceptable and life threatening. I went on google, to look up if others are having this same issues and i came across a lot of mustangs of this year have the…
ODI 11210234
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford mustang. While driving approximately 70 mph, the check engine indicator illuminated and the vehicle suddenly began to shake and vibrate. In addition, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted into first gear. After restarting the engine, the vehicle operated normally. The vehicle was taken to ford country ([redacted], henderson, nv), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The…
ODI 11191781
Power Train
I was driving a county back road with nobody in front or behind me. The vehicle is an automatic and it was in overdrive as my speed was approx. 60 mph. Without warning and without me touching the shifter, the vehicle suddenly downshifted into 1st gear locking the rear wheels until my speed was reduced and they began to roll again. I never lost control of the vehicle but it scared me to death! There was light up…
ODI 11219981
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford mustang. While driving 55 mph, the speedometer failed to display the correct speed and the brakes seized. In addition, the bcm warning indicator illuminated. When the vehicle was turned off and restarted, it operated normally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (gullo ford of conroe-the woodlands, 925 i-45 s, conroe, tx 77301, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed with a molded lead…
ODI 11113407
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford mustang. While driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle decelerated without warning. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and restarted. The contact called cavalier ford chesapeake square at [redacted] (located at [redacted]., chesapeake, va 23321) and was informed that there was no recall related to the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The…
ODI 11120699
Power Train
After putting the vehicle in drive and application of the gas pedal, the transmission would fail to engage first gear. This occurred intermittently and occasionally while driving. The transmission would also downshift to first while driving at 35mph. Brought to ford and they identified the lead frame and connector as faulty parts. Ford has a recall 16s19 that covers my mustang's build date and location but said my…
ODI 11088717
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford mustang. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at approximately 60 mph, the accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate and downshifted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign number 16v248000 (power train). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure.…
ODI 11081231
Power Train
Transmission gear selector indicator is faulty. It does not indicate the correct gear when driving. For example, the gear is in reverse but the indicator is showing parking. It creates confusion whether you are in right gear or not. Especially i thought you are at p when you are in r.
ODI 11119315
Power Train · Traction Control System · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford mustang. While driving 45 mph, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle jerked hard to the left for almost a minute before stopping. The traction control indicator flashed on and off and the abs engaged. The vehicle was taken to oxmoor ford lincoln ([redacted], louisville, ky 40222, [redacted]), but no diagnostic failure codes were found. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 11076829
Power Train
Over the past couple of weeks, the automatic transmission has had a mind of its own. It has downshifted into first gear on its own from different gears, it has stayed locked in gear on several gears and it has stayed in a high gear while stopped, so it is very slow leaving a light. This happens intermittently, but it has happened approximately 6 times over the past couple of weeks. No trouble codes or lights (mil or…
ODI 11045984
Power Train
Shift solenoid d : veh is part of recall 16s19 and recall 16n02. The vehicle is shifting still at without warning at various speeds. This device was not included in the original recall, and ford is refusing to cover this defect although it is clearly a part of the same problem. Ford had ordered these transmissions from a manufacturer in china, and they've been nothing but trouble from day one. This occurs while the…
ODI 11023548
Power Train
I was driving on interstate at 70mph and the wrench light came on then the check engine light,airbag warning light all came on the speedometer stopped working, the tire sensor went crazy , car lost all speed in heavy traffic was not involved in accident got to side of road turned car off restarted it was fine for a few miles then everything happened again. Called ford and they had me take it to dealer for check was…
ODI 11019229
Power Train
At wide open throttle the transmission will not allow a gear change from first to second if the rpm is grater than 6000 rpm. The clutch peddle releases at the floor. After the engine has slowed the clutch returns to normal and the car can now be shifted into second. It may be caused by trough out bearing or spring tension on the clutch its self. I have had this problem since i bought the car 3 months ago. The car…
ODI 10991173
Power Train
The transmission downgears causing a loss of power while in motion. It occurs at low speed and at high speed. Alarming when traveling on an expressway at 55 mph.
ODI 10935603
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford mustang. While driving approximately 45 mph and merging onto an interstate, the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. Also, the gear shifter failed when the contact attempted to shift into fifth gear. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road, restarted, and driven to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer…
ODI 10930367
Power Train
Since i've bought this vehicle brand new i have had random issues with the car. First i've experienced a huge issue with the transmission, it makes a vibrating/shaking problem while driving on any street any speed. I have operated manual transmissions before and have never ran across this. No matter what gear or what condition it consistently does this. Ford dealer was to no help at all. At times while driving the…
ODI 10927109
Power Train
2012 ford mustang transmission failure. At 61,499 the vehicle at a stop entering the roadway the vehicle lurched after a hard slam in the transmission the rpms went crazy and the vehicle slowly rolled into the roadway. The service wrench light up and the vehicle would only go 20 mph. Towed to dealer and told the repair would cost $5600 - $5900. Service did not notify us of the service recalls. Warranty ended at…
ODI 10914920
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford mustang. While driving 60 mph, the vehicle downshifted independently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 16v248000 (power train). The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 59,999.
ODI 10908947
Power Train
2012 mustang only has 35,000 miles and water pump went out. Dealer states it is not covered under power train warranty! Luckily it went out while parked in the garage at home and not on a trip! Antifreeze was every where when i went to get in the car the next morning. Thankfully i saw it before our pets did!
ODI 10908460
Power Train
You should know that the 2012 mustang has a defective part called a throttle body sensor. Ford is aware it is defective because they were replacing this part free of charge prior to january 2015. Currently it is not under a safety recall but it most certainly should be. When you drive a car with this defect your can an accelerate, or decelerate, at its own will. It does not respond to the commands the driver gives.…
ODI 10903818
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford mustang. While driving various speeds, the wrench sensor and check engine sensor indicators suddenly illuminated. The vehicle also failed to accelerate normally. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 80,000.
ODI 10917632
Power Train
Ford refusing to accept recall for car; car has issue with transmission lead frame. The car will be driving and will "hard shift" randomly. The speedometer goes crazy and i have to slow down or turn off the car for it to go away. Recall exists for my models transmission lead frame ( i believe i meet all the requirements ) issued in april 2016, but it is not appearing for the vin of the vehicle. If i do not meet the…
ODI 10913812
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford mustang. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a lead frame issue in the transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 16v248000 (power train). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 61,646.
ODI 10907654