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Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Automatic emergency braking (AEB) Yes
Forward collision warning (FCW) Yes
Blind-spot warning (BSW) Yes
Lane-keeping assist (LKA) Yes
Lane-departure warning (LDW) Yes
Rear cross-traffic alert Yes
Pedestrian & cyclist detection Partial
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Electronic stability control (ESC) Yes
Brake assist Yes
Traction control Yes
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Dealer reported
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Knee airbags Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 11 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Daytime running lightsStandard
Automatic high-beam switchingStandard
Low-beam headlightsManufacturer reported · LED
Rear visibility systemStandard
Rear automatic emergency brakingStandard
Automatic reverse systemStandard
Collision AvoidanceDealer listed
Parking AssistDealer listed
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Oct 8, 2026.
Recalls, investigations and service information +
Open safety recalls
A current VIN-specific recall result is not available in this report. Crash-test ratings do not establish whether recalls have been repaired. Ask the dealer for the current recall status and completed repair records for this VIN.
VIN: 1FA6P8R03S5501581
Matched year, make and model · not VIN-specific
NHTSA investigations and service information
Defect investigations
0 NHTSA investigations found for this model year
Manufacturer communications
57 communications found for this model year
These records can include service bulletins, repair instructions, campaigns, warranty extensions, software updates and other manufacturer notices. The total is not a problem rate or reliability score.
View example records
Document 11013560
Some 2025 Mustang Vehicles may exhibit a condition where the passive key will not program to the vehicle.
Document 11014883
Some 2023-2025 Ford vehicles were not produced with a factory wired keyless entry keypad.
Document 11015562
This article supersedes TSB 24-2384 to update the vehicle lines and model years affected.
Document 11016089
Some 2021-2025 Ford vehicles may exhibit a condition where heated/cooled seats, heated steering wheel and/or front/rear defrost features will not turn on after a remote start is performed through the FordPass application or the key fob.
Document 11016096
Certain 2024-2025 Model Year Mustang Dark Horse Vehicles Equipped with Summer Only Tires Summer Tire Inspection
Document 11016915
Some 2021-2025 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code (DTCs) U2100 and/or U3002 stored in the cruise control module (CCM), side obstacle detection control module LH (SODL), side obstacle detection control module RH (SODR), side obstacle detection control module C (SODCMC) and/or side obstacle detection control module D (SODCMD) after a module replacement.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Checked Oct 8, 2026. Records match 2025 Ford Mustang, not a specific VIN.
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Vehicle information checked Oct 8, 2026. Model-level information is identified separately from equipment reported for this VIN.
Vehicle specifications
Specifications and features
VIN-decoded specifications
Gross vehicle weight rating
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Curb weight
4,012 lb
Dealer-provided specifications
Engine
5.0L V8 DOHC 32V
Dealer-listed features 17
Collision Avoidance
Backup Camera
Parking Assist
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Push Start
Keyless Entry
Android Auto
Apple Car Play
Wifi Hotspot
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Automatic Climate Control
Memory Seats
Alloy Wheels
VIN-decoded details come from NHTSA vPIC. Features are listed by the dealer for this vehicle; confirm equipment with the dealer.
Exact VIN decode
Factory configuration and equipment
Vehicle type
PASSENGER CAR
Doors
2
Engine
5L · 8-cylinder · V-Shaped
Engine manufacturer
Ford
Engine model
4V
Manufactured in
FLAT ROCK, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
Source: NHTSA vPIC. Decoded Oct 8, 2026. Blank fields are omitted because manufacturer VIN reporting varies.
EPA-matched vehicle configuration
Fuel economy, emissions and ownership estimates
City
14 MPG
Highway
22 MPG
Combined
17 MPG
Fuel type
Regular Gasoline
EPA vehicle category
Subcompact Cars
Fuel used per 100 miles
5.9 gallons
Estimated annual fuel cost
$3,950
Estimated monthly fuel cost
$329
Estimated fuel cost per 100 miles
$26.33
EPA five-year additional cost
$7,750
Tailpipe CO₂
533 g/mile
Greenhouse gas score
3 of 10
Fuel economy score
3 of 10
Automatic engine stop/start
Not equipped
Cylinder deactivation
Not equipped
Petroleum use
17.5 barrels/year
Matched to this vehicle's decoded configuration: Mustang Dark Horse · Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 5.0 L. Source: U.S. EPA. Retrieved Oct 8, 2026.
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Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Automatic emergency braking (AEB) Yes
Forward collision warning (FCW) Yes
Blind-spot warning (BSW) Yes
Lane-keeping assist (LKA) Yes
Lane-departure warning (LDW) Yes
Rear cross-traffic alert Yes
Pedestrian & cyclist detection Partial
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Electronic stability control (ESC) Yes
Brake assist Yes
Traction control Yes
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Dealer reported
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Knee airbags Yes
Post-collision braking Dealer reported
Additional reported safety equipment · 31 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Daytime running lightsStandard
Automatic high-beam switchingStandard
Low-beam headlightsManufacturer reported · LED
Rear visibility systemStandard
Rear automatic emergency brakingStandard
Automatic reverse systemStandard
Collision AvoidanceDealer listed
Parking AssistDealer listed
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Black painted front and rear brake calipersDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Oct 8, 2026.
Dealer-listed features 98
Collision Avoidance
Backup Camera
Parking Assist
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Push Start
Keyless Entry
Android Auto
Apple Car Play
Wifi Hotspot
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Memory Seats
Alloy Wheels
Satellite Radio
Interior 25
Heated steering wheel
Heated driver and front passenger seats
Driver seat power lumbar support, cushion tilt, fore/aft control and height adjustable control
Dual-zone front climate control
SYNC 4 with Enhanced Voice Recognition voice-activated climate control
Automatic climate control
Leather and simulated suede steering wheel
Manual tilting steering wheel
Manual telescopic steering wheel
Cloth and vinyl front seat upholstery
Cloth and vinyl rear seat upholstery
Cabin air filter
Bucket front seats
Driver seat with 8-way directional controls
Front seat center armrest
Manual driver side rear seat easy entry
Front passenger seat with 6-way directional controls
Driver seat with 2-way power lumbar
Sport steering wheel
Rear bench seat
Fold forward rear seatback
50-50 folding rear seats
Seating capacity: 4
Passenger seat power fore/aft control and height adjustable control
Driver seat manual reclining
Exterior 14
19 x 9.5-inch front and 19 x 10-inch rear black aluminum wheels
P255/40YR19 summer performance BSW front tires and P275/40YR19 summer performance BSW rear tires
Rear wing spoiler
2 doors
Galvanized steel/aluminum body panels with side impact beams
Body-colored front bumper
Body-colored rear bumper
Black grille
Black side window trim
Body-colored door handles
Monotone paint
Standard style side mirrors
Black door mirrors
Black rear bumper rub strip
Mechanical 25
5L V-8 port/direct injection, DOHC, Ti-VCT variable valve control, premium gasoline, engine with cylinder deactivation and 500HP
5L V-8 DOHC
MagneRide magnetorheological shock absorbers
Adaptive ride suspension
Sport ride suspension
Driver selectable steering effort
TREMEC 6-speed manual
Manual
Rear-wheel drive
Black painted front and rear brake calipers
Speed sensitive power steering
Regenerative alternator
Front mounted engine
Spark ignition system
Longitudinal mounted engine
Aluminum engine block
Aluminum cylinder head
Overdrive transmission
Transmission oil cooler
Engine Configuration: V8
Powertrain type: ICE
All-speed ABS and driveline traction control
Independent front suspension
Strut front suspension
Front anti-roll bar
Entertainment 17
Primary monitor touchscreen
Bluetooth wireless audio streaming
B&O speakers
SYNC 4 external memory control
Track Apps performance data recorder
SYNC 4 with Enhanced Voice Recognition voice activated audio controls
