Ford Mustang Recall R/2026/149: Powertrain Control Module Software Update, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 13 Apr 2026
- Launched
- 6
- vehicles in the UK
- 25SA7
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Ford recalled Mustang vehicles built between 30 May 2024 and 1 October 2024. Equipped with a Ford Performance Whipple Supercharger Upgrade Kit the updated software may not be able to detect module hardware errors leading to unintended acceleration or unintended vehicle movement increasing the risk of a crash. The dealer will update the powertrain control module software. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Equipped with a Ford Performance Whipple Supercharger Upgrade Kit the updated software may not be able to detect module hardware errors leading to unintended acceleration or unintended vehicle movement increasing the risk of a crash.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: 25SA7 - Mustang - Powertrain Control Module Software Update Defect: On affected vehicles equipped with a Ford Performance Whipple Supercharger Upgrade Kit the updated software may not be able to detect module hardware errors leading to unintended acceleration or unintended vehicle movement increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy: Update the Powertrain Control Module software.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to unintended acceleration or unintended vehicle movement increasing the risk of a crash.
The Fix
The dealer will update the powertrain control module software. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Mustang built between 30 May 2024 and 1 October 2024 may be included. Ford estimates 6 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Ford, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Ford.
- Book with any franchised Ford dealer, quoting the campaign code 25SA7 or the DVSA reference R/2026/149. See how to get a Ford recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| MustangWindshield wipers and washer system potentially inoperative during freezing temperatures | Book soon | R/2026/345 | |
| MustangLow pressure fuel pump potential failure | Urgent | R/2025/369 | |
| Edge, Mustang, Transit ConnectRear-view camera distorted and/or loss of image | Low | R/2026/213 | |
| MustangLane keeping system software update | Urgent | R/2026/173 | |
| MustangPowertrain control module software update | Low | R/2026/038 |
This is one of 378 Ford recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ford recall launched before it was R/2026/088 on 7 Apr 2026, for instrument panel defect affecting passenger airbag operation. The one launched after it was R/2026/165 on 22 Apr 2026, for driveshaft Inspection. You can also see every Ford recall, all recalls launched in 2026 and software recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/149, launched 13 April 2026. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.