# Ford Mustang traction control light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 23 - **Most complaints:** 2015 (12) - **Related recalls:** 0 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 23 owner complaints about the traction control light on the Ford Mustang (2015-2026 models), most for the **2015** model year (12). No recall covers the parts behind this light, so a repair is usually at the owner's cost. Drive to a shop this week: Yes, a car with a steady traction control light is safe to drive with extra care, since your normal brakes and steering still work. ## Ford Mustang traction control light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the traction control light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 12 | 439 | 3% | | 2016 | 3 | 380 | 1% | | 2017 | 2 | 269 | 1% | | 2018 | 1 | 197 | 1% | | 2019 | 4 | 152 | 3% | | 2020 | 1 | 122 | 1% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Is there a recall for the Ford Mustang traction control light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. The Ford Mustang has 53 recalls for other parts in 2015-2026; see the [Ford Mustang page](/vehicles/ford-mustang) or check your VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). ## What Ford Mustang owners report - "The car had recent software update and the collision detection and traction control were turned-off and unable to turn it back on. Not sure if the software update had anything to do with it, but thought it would be good to mention that. The fire department came out and said it may have been electrical." -- owner of a 2020 Ford Mustang, complaint filed 2024 - "Cruise control, pre collision assist, traction control, back up camera and some other features have all become unavailable." -- owner of a 2019 Ford Mustang, complaint filed 2022 - "Had traction control lights. And says see manual. But they all illuminated after the problem first happened. The car has been parked for a while. However someone suggested I try this website. There were no pre warnings to what was going on. The car drove fine up until the point of it just randomly deciding to lock..." -- owner of a 2018 Ford Mustang, complaint filed 2025 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the traction control light means A flashing traction control light is normal: it means the system is cutting power or braking a wheel to stop it from spinning on a slippery surface. A light that stays on means traction or stability control is turned off or has a fault, often a wheel speed sensor that also triggers the ABS light. The car drives normally, but it is easier to skid. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **System switched off** (common) 2. **Failed wheel speed sensor** (common) 3. **Engine fault disabling the system** (common) 4. **Steering angle sensor needs calibration** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Traction control light](/warning-lights/traction-control). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Ford Mustang traction control light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. A repair is usually at the owner's cost unless the car is under warranty. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, since new recalls are added often. ### Which Ford Mustang years have the most traction control light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2015, 2016 and 2019 Mustang model years have the most complaints mentioning the traction control light, with 12 for 2015. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Ford Mustang with the traction control light on? Drive to a shop this week. Yes, a car with a steady traction control light is safe to drive with extra care, since your normal brakes and steering still work. Slow down in rain, snow or ice, and get it checked soon if the ABS or red brake light is also on. ### How do I check if my Ford Mustang has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Ford dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Ford Mustang warning lights - [Airbag (SRS) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/ford-mustang): 20 complaints - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/ford-mustang): 36 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/ford-mustang): 134 complaints - [Coolant temperature warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/ford-mustang): 64 complaints - [Power steering warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/ford-mustang): 27 complaints ## Traction control light on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ram-1500): 372 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-silverado): 337 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-wrangler): 247 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/gmc-sierra): 180 complaints - [Chevrolet Traverse](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-traverse): 133 complaints - [Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-grand-cherokee): 132 complaints - [Chevrolet Colorado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-colorado): 128 complaints - [Chevrolet Malibu](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-malibu): 110 complaints - [Jeep Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-cherokee): 92 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ford-explorer): 81 complaints ## Ford Mustang - [Ford Mustang specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-mustang) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ford-mustang Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.