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2017 Affordable Aluminum Mustang

The 2017 Affordable Aluminum Mustang is a compact car, rated at 24 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for this model year.

Combined MPG
24
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$32,000
Recalls
6

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeAffordable Aluminum
ModelMustang
Model year2017
Vehicle classCompact Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2.3 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG21
Highway MPG30
Combined MPG24
CO₂ tailpipe370 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2600

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Mustang24 MPG combined
Mustang21 MPG combined
Mustang18 MPG combined
Mustang24 MPG combined
Mustang21 MPG combined
Mustang18 MPG combined
Mustang Convertible23 MPG combined
Mustang Convertible18 MPG combined
Mustang Convertible23 MPG combined
Mustang Convertible17 MPG combined
Mustang Performance Package23 MPG combined
Mustang Performance Package24 MPG combined
Mustang Performance Package17 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City21 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined24 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Mustang24 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 24% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$564/mo
Amount financed
$28,800
Total interest
$5,010
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5-year fuel cost
$8,375

$1,675/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG24
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (6)

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS16V779000 · 2016-10-26

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles manufactured February 24, 2015, to August 30, 2016. A hose may separate from the engine oil cooler tube assembly causing an oil leak.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil cooler tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S40.

  • AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE17V529000 · 2017-08-28

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 and Mustang vehicles. The air bag inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may rupture in the event of a crash.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S26.

  • LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH17V168000 · 2017-03-13

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Mustang vehicles. The return spring for the driver side interior door handle may come loose, allowing the driver's door to unlatch in a side impact crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver-side interior door handle and repair the return spring, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 17C04.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA22V082000 · 2022-02-16

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera wiring may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the decklid wiring harness and/or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2022 and June 26, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the 4th Quarter of 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S06.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA25V572000 · 2025-09-04

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.

  • SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER25V614000 · 2025-09-12

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. Water and road salt may corrode the front seat belt anchor pretensioner cables.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace both front seat belt anchor pretensioner assemblies, as necessary. In addition, dealers will remove sections of the carpet and underlayment that contact the cables. Dealers will also inspect the A-pillar sealing patches, and as necessary, install A-pillar body plugs, and/or inspect and replace the front outboard seat bolts. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 20, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S92. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov September 17, 2025.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2017 Affordable Aluminum Mustang?

The 2017 Affordable Aluminum Mustang is EPA-rated at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 30 highway).

Is the 2017 Affordable Aluminum Mustang reliable?

NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2017 Affordable Aluminum Mustang. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2017 Affordable Aluminum Mustang?

The 2017 Affordable Aluminum Mustang earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2017 Affordable Aluminum Mustang?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2017 Affordable Aluminum Mustang costs roughly $1,675 per year to fuel, or about $8,375 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2017 Affordable Aluminum Mustang?

The 2017 Affordable Aluminum Mustang is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC