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.
Back Up Lights · Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Power Train
My 2012 ford mustang has been experiencing problems starting with the vehicle in the park position. All of the appropriate lights on the dash come on, but the car will not crank until i place the gear shift lever into the neutral position. This happens with the car parked on level ground and the emergency brakes applied and i have verified that the indicator shows the p for park. After, doing research i have found…
ODI 10607549
Power Train
I took my 2012 ford mustang (62,000 miles) to a ford dealer to have the oil changed. They talked me into a transmission fluid change, because it would "extend the life of my vehicle". When i picked it up, it was not running right. The wrench light came on and the transmission was making a very loud noise. I had to have it towed back to the dealer. They replaced some sensors and sent me on my way. I made it home but…
ODI 10744019
Power Train · Seats · Unknown Or Other
The clutch will not release at high rpms. The speedometer reads incorrectly. The drivers seat is loose.
ODI 10594413
Power Train
I brought my 2012 mustang gt with a manual transmission in to be serviced because of an awful noise occurring while shifting in and out of 5th gear. The service department now says i need a new transmission at 38,000 miles. *tr
ODI 10583432
Power Train
The manual transmission will grind when shifting between first in second gear until the car is fully warmed up. Sometimes it locks you out of second gear when you want to shift into it. A ford dealership has said this is normal operation but this is a safety hazard not being able to shift into gear. First and second gear do not work the same when cold and warm. First and second gear become almost impossible to shift…
ODI 10557367
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford mustang. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph the rpms increased and the vehicle failed to accelerate into fifth gear without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who stated there was no failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 33,300.
ODI 10543250
Power Train
My daughter's 2012 mustang would lose power at around 40 mph when accelerating. The engine light would light up and the car would idle very rough when car was stopped. Problem was diagnosed as a throttle being stuck open and the throttle housing was replaced which solved the problem. *js
ODI 10545603
Power Train
Gear grind in 5th, this transmission is inconsistent. Inconsistent engagement into 5th. *tr
ODI 10510334
Power Train
Vehicle has continual issues going into 1st and 2nd gear. Manual transmission. After 11 months of this issue the clutch burned out, i was in the middle of the intersection. I am not stuck with a repair bill because ford or the dealership will do anything. *tr
ODI 10505688
Air Bags · Power Train
Vehicle turned right from a stop, onto a texas state highway. Shifting manually from first gear to second gear, the vehicle went out of control (apparently due to loss of traction because there was a coating of fine sand on the tires). The vehicle crossed 3 lanes of traffic, and in doing so, went into a roll-over, reports stating the vehicle rolled 4 times, and striking a utility poll that stopped the roll. The…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10510336
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
I had two incidents of unintended acceleration in my 2012 ford mustang gt automatic transmission premium pkg. These two incidents occurred on the same day march 5, 2013. The first was after i picked up my car from its garage of several weeks at lunch and drove back to work. I had gone about two blocks from my garage and was braking to slow down to make a right hand turn when the car down shifted and accelerated by…
Crash reported
ODI 10503717
Power Train
Tl- the contact owns a 2012 ford mustang. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph the vehicle revved up and would not accelerate into fifth gear. The failure occurred intermittently at different speeds. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 29,000. *tr
ODI 10536275
Power Train
Shifting into 1st, 2nd and 3rd gears has become more difficult over the past few months. Sometimes it grinds, and sometimes it won't even go into gear. I have been driving manual transmission cars for 15 years, and something is really wrong with this transmission that needs to be fixed. I had the vehicle at the dealer 3/4/2013, and all they did was change the transmission fluid and said it was resolved. Drove it…
ODI 10501906
Power Train
Transmissions 3rd gear synchronization plate failed. The car is locked out of that gear. *tr
ODI 10493542
Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
The problem with the vehicle started when i tried to start it. When i turned the key the vehicle took a few seconds longer than usual to start up. As i began driving down the highway my vehicle wouldn't shift gears out of 40mph and caused the engine to have high rpm. When i turned off the engine at a gas station and tried to start it back up. Vehicle would not start and i had to get it jumped. Vehicle still doesn't…
ODI 10489334
Power Train
V6 automatic shifting problems. Vehicles transmission has hesitation upon acceleration. Often while merging onto highway, or changing lanes transmission does not engage. Upon acceleration rpm's will rise but vehicle does not increase speed. Ford service department says vehicle is operating as it should. *tr
ODI 10496263
Power Train
After driving for a total of 6 hours with 1 stop at a rest area after the first 3 hours of driving, i made another stop to refuel. As i was exiting the freeway and made the first turn at 5-10 mph, my vehicle made a loud metallic cranking noise followed with strong vibrations throughout my car. After refueling, i returned to the freeway. It seemed that the noise and vibration only appears when making left/right turn…
ODI 10556822
Power Train
(2nd owner) ever since i purchased this vehicle i have had nothing but problems with the shifter/ shifter linkage. The vehicle misses shifts and won't engage mainly during 2nd-3rd shifts. For a performance automobile this is the worst clutch and shifter combination i have ever seen. Shifter constantly will not engage and on a number of occasions has popped out of gear due to not being fully engaged. Linkage sounds…
ODI 10499307
Power Train
Transmission fluid leak from bell housing. Transmission fluid running on exhaust system can cause fire. This part is made in china and is poorly made. *tr
ODI 10481342
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford mustang. The contact stated that while driving 50 mph and attempting to shift gears, the vehicle grinded while shifting. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis but they were unable to duplicate the problem. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified, but the problem persisted. The approximate failure mileage was 7,000. *tr
ODI 10513930
Power Train
Car would not shift from 3rd gear to 4th gear clutch acted as if it was stuck in traffic close call on accident. *tr
ODI 10475127
Engine · Power Train
Clutch would not allow me to shift the car between 3rd and 4th gear i traffic. This is not a new situation the car has done this on and off since i bought it new i notice it after driving a long time or in fast moving city traffic. *tr
ODI 10473635
Power Train
I was completing a left turn when power was no long going to the back wheels while releasing the clutch. It happened again when i arrived home while pulling in to the driveway but this time i smelled the clutch overheating. I lost confidence that the vehicle will provide the necessary acceleration that is need while crossing traffic at an intersection. *tr
ODI 10471959
Body · Power Train
Front hood has paint peeling issue within 2 years of purchase. Auto trans doesn't shift properly in at least 1 of the first 3 gears. It bucks when cold in winter weather until car warms for at least 30 minutes.. Ford has had the car on 3 occasions without fixing the issue. They replaced the first 3 solenoids in trans without success. Purchased new. These 2 issues remain a big problem. On another note, interior cabin…
ODI 10983734
Power Train
Today is nov. 16, i have my car at the dealer now because it won't shift into 3 gear at red line and the fifth gear syc is out, ford says they can fix problem, there pulling the wool over your eyes, this is the second time i had my car at the dealer,they put another clutch pedal and spring in it to solve 2 to 3 shift. Took it out same problem, bought a expensive replacement shifter top brand still has problem,so it…
ODI 10484891