The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·20V573000·Announced 2020-09-23

Ford Recalls 2020 Mustangs Due to Brake Pedal Bracket Fracture Risk

Ford is recalling 2020 Mustangs with automatic transmissions because the brake pedal bracket may fracture, potentially affecting braking ability and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake pedal bracket fracture) that directly impacts braking ability and increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2020 Ford Mustang vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The recall addresses a defect where the brake pedal bracket may fracture during sudden stopping.

A broken brake pedal could affect the vehicle's braking ability, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall began on January 26, 2021.

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal bracket assembly free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S52. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
FORD MUSTANG
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Brake System
Hazard
Affected units
38,005

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • MUSTANG

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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