NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r Safety Ratings
The 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r scores 86 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 113 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2020 Ford Mustang GT350R achieved a perfect five-star rating in every NHTSA crash-test category. This strong performance, combined with a record of zero open recalls, contributes to its NHTSA Safety Index of 86/100, positioning it in the Strong band. However, the vehicle's very low score in avoidance technology categories presents a notable area for improvement.
The 2020 Ford Mustang GT350R received a five-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 86/100 based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 9 Coupes from 2020 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r ranks 2 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 86 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.3% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 113 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 2 of 9 Coupes tested for 2020 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r?
The 2020 Ford Mustang GT350R posts an 86/100 Safety Index in the Strong band, a three-point drop from the 2019 model year's 89/100. That movement is worth examining closely. The crash-protection sub-score is a perfect 70 out of 70, reflecting the five-star clean sweep across all NHTSA NCAP categories, and the defect record sub-score is a solid 14 out of 20 supported by zero recall campaigns. The index decline from 2019 is therefore not a crash-test story. It traces instead to the avoidance-tech sub-score of just 2 out of 10, a consequence of this performance-focused coupe shipping without forward collision warning or lane departure warning as standard or optional equipment. Electronic stability control is the sole active safety technology listed as standard. The 113 owner-reported complaints, including 13 alleged crash-related incidents and 4 alleged fire-related incidents, are unverified allegations but represent a complaint volume that safety-conscious buyers should note. Electrical System, Power Train, Engine, and Service Brakes together account for the bulk of those reports. The zero-recall record for this specific model year is a meaningful positive, but the absence of modern collision-avoidance technology is a structural limitation that directly shapes where this year lands in the index.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r perform in crash tests?
The 2020 Ford Mustang GT350R achieved a clean sweep of the NHTSA NCAP battery, earning the top rating in every tested category. This includes overall, frontal impact, side impact, and rollover. The rollover risk is assessed at 9 percent, with the dynamic tip result recorded as "No Tip." No categories received a weak rating or were left untested, indicating comprehensive performance across all federal safety evaluations.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14884
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r have any recalls?
The 2020 Ford Mustang GT350R carries zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no components flagged, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check directly through NHTSA to confirm no new campaign has been opened after this data was compiled.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r?
NHTSA has received 113 unverified consumer complaints for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System (23 reports), Power Train (22), Engine (22), and Service Brakes (18). These are unverified allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA or the manufacturer.
113 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r?
Before purchasing a used 2020 Ford Mustang GT350R, run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall database to confirm no new campaign has been opened. Verify that any recall remedy shown as incomplete has been addressed by a franchised dealer before finalizing the transaction.
- The 2020 GT350R holds a perfect 70/70 crash-protection sub-score, the result of five-star NHTSA ratings in overall, frontal, side, and rollover categories, with a 9 percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for this specific 2020 model year, a meaningful distinction that directly contributes to its defect-record sub-score of 14/20.
- The avoidance-tech sub-score of 2/10 reflects the absence of forward collision warning and lane departure warning, technologies not offered on this model year, and this gap is the primary driver of the three-point index decline from the 2019 model year's 89/100.
- NHTSA has logged 113 unverified consumer complaints for this model year, with the Electrical System, Power Train, Engine, and Service Brakes as the top reported concern areas, including 13 alleged crash-related and 4 alleged fire-related reports.
RANKINGSWhere the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r places
The 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r safety questions
Was the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 86 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 9.3%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 113 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Ford Mustang Gt350r. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Mustang Gt350r years
Rivals in Coupe (2020)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Chevrolet Camaro Ss | 86/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2020 Honda Civic | 84/100 | 5 of 5 | 5 |
| 2020 Subaru BRZ | 84/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Toyota 86 | 84/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Chevrolet Camaro Zl1 | 83/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Dodge Challenger | 83/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14884), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford Mustang Gt350r 2020.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 2 of 9 in the Coupe class for 2020.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.