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Ford Mustang Gtd Safety
NHTSA safety across every Ford Mustang Gtd model year we cover.
Across the 2 model years of the Ford Mustang Gtd we cover (2025 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2025 at 99 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2026 at 91. 2 recalls have been issued across those years.
The 2025 Ford Mustang GTD has not yet been rated by NHTSA for crashworthiness or overall safety. No recall data or owner complaints have been published for this model year. The Safety Index for the 2025 Mustang GTD cannot be computed without this information.
The 2025 Ford Mustang GTD earned a rare perfect score in all NHTSA crash-test categories: frontal, side, and rollover. This clean sweep of top marks positions the vehicle as an exceptional performer in impact protection and rollover prevention. Its overall Safety Index score of 96 out of 100 further corroborates these results, placing it firmly in the "Exceptional" safety band. NHTSA has recorded four recalls for the Mustang GTD. While this number is notable for a new, low-volume model, it is imperative for prospective owners to confirm all open recalls have been addressed on any unit under consideration. Owner complaints total 11, including one reported crash incident. Crucially, no fires, injuries, or fatalities have been documented in these complaints. The complaint volume remains low for a vehicle in its inaugural model year. The 2025 Mustang GTD presents a robust safety profile, marked by top-tier crash-test performance and a manageable recall and complaint record.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally treat the Mustang GTD as a landmark performance achievement for Ford, praising its track-focused engineering and the depth of its driving dynamics. Most professional assessments position it as a credible rival to established European high-performance coupes, with broad agreement that it delivers an exceptional experience for dedicated enthusiasts willing to meet its demands.
- The 2025 Mustang GTD earned a 96 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index score, landing in the Exceptional band, which is among the highest ratings available and a strong result for a rear-wheel-drive performance coupe.
- NHTSA recorded four recalls for the 2025 model year. Prospective buyers should run the VIN through the NHTSA recall database and confirm all open recalls have been completed before finalizing any purchase.
- Crash-test results are perfect across all three NHTSA categories, with five stars in frontal, side, and rollover testing. That clean sweep is meaningful and not automatic in the high-performance coupe segment.
- Owner complaints total 11 for the covered model year, including one reported crash and no reported fires, injuries, or deaths. These are unverified allegations, but the low volume suggests the complaint picture is relatively contained for a new-model launch.
Most-recalled year on record: 2026 Ford Mustang Gtd with 1 recalls.