Massive 2020 Ford Mustang recall might affect Philippine units

Updated Sep 21, 2021 | Same topic: Latest Consumer Reports

You might want to check with your Ford dealer to be sure.

The Ford Mustang is arguably the world’s most recognizable pony car, but owners may have to rein in their steeds from the open road – for now, at least.

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The world's favorite pony car needs some fixing at the stable

Ford has issued a recall advisory for over 38,000 Mustang units on account of a faulty brake pedal bracket assembly, in line with a report issued by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The carmaker has not provided specific Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) for the recall, only saying that it covers 2020 models equipped with an automatic transmission, and applies to both coupe and convertible body styles.   

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Both coupe and convertible body styles are covered by the recall

According to the Blue Oval, the nylon bracket used on the brake pedals was replaced by one made of polypropylene for Mustangs built between March 4, 2019 and Aug. 13, 2020. Citing “insufficient design margins”, Ford says that the brake pedal bracket could fracture during sudden braking, compromising the car’s stopping power. So far, there have been no reports of accidents or injuries resulting from the defect, but Ford isn’t taking any chances.

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Owners of PH-spec units should get in touch with their respective dealerships

Given that all current Mustangs trace their origins to the same assembly line in Dearborn, Michigan, it’s very likely that PH-spec Mustang units are included in the recall. Ford has alerted its dealerships to the potential problem, and notices will be mailed out to owners by November. The pedal bracket assembly will be replaced in dealerships at no charge to the customer.

NHTSA also issued an earlier recall for 2020 Mustangs last May, involving the front-facing camera which could have been misaligned at the factory. This poses a risk of compromising safety features relying heavily on the camera such as pre-collision assist, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and automatic high-beam headlamps.    

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This isn't the first recall issued for 2020 Mustangs this year

Manual-transmission Mustangs also have their own share of problems. Following Ford’s hefty payout to Focus and Fiesta owners in the U.S. over the PowerShift transmission fiasco, the company is facing another class-action suit, this time over allegedly defective Getrag gearboxes on Mustang six-speed manual variants. Owners of 2011-2020 Mustang and Mustang GT trims claim that Ford has not done enough to address the flaw for nearly a decade. Ford counters that the problem is a result of normal wear and tear, and blames “abusive” Mustang owners for such issues.  

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Ford Mustang

Arguably the most popular vehicle from the Blue Oval company, the Ford Mustang is one powerful coupe that is competing in the market with its sixth-gen model. Ford Mustang 2023 Price Philippines from Php 2,948,000 to Php 7,760,000, depending on the variant. Speaking of variants, the Mustang comes with four variants in the Philippines, namely the 2.3L EcoBoost, 5.0L GT Fastback, 5.0L GT Convertible, and Shelby GT500. The base Mustang uses a 2.3-liter EcoBoost inline-4 engine that makes 310 hp and 475 Nm of torque, while the GT variants are powered by a 5.0-liter Ti-VCT V8 engine that generates 460 hp and 569 Nm of torque. As for the top-spec Shelby GT500, it boasts a 5.2-liter supercharged V8 engine that churns out 760 hp and 847 Nm of torque. Only the Shelby GT500 utilizes a 7-speed Tremec dual-clutch transmission, while the rest offer a 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission.

In terms of dimensions, this American sports car has a length of 4,788 mm, a width of 2,081 mm, and a height of 1,395 mm. Additionally, it comes with a wheelbase length of 2,721 mm and a ground clearance rated at 137 mm. The Mustang is competing in the local market against the likes of the Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Challenger, and Nissan 370Z.

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Joseph holds a degree in Journalism from the University of the Philippines Diliman and has been writing professionally since 1999. He has written episodes for CNN Philippines' motoring show Drive, and has worked on corporate projects for MG Philippines and Pilipinas Shell. Aside from being Philkotse.com’s Content Lead, he also writes content for numerous car dealerships in the U.S., spanning multiple brands such as Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Maserati, among others.

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