2014 Ford Mustang

Do not drive

Owners filed 359 complaints about this vehicle with federal regulators, most often about the airbags. It has been recalled 4 times.

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When it fails
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24,000 milesMedian miles at failure

153 complaints record an odometer reading. Failures cluster around 0–10,000 miles.

Most common 2014 Ford Mustang problems

243 of the 359 complaints (68%) are about the airbags.

ComponentReportsCrashesFiresInjuries
Air Bags · airbags242
25119
Power Train · transmission23
100
Steering15
101
Engine13
000
Structure › Body · body and frame12
000
Service Brakes · brakes11
100
Unknown or Other6
000
Suspension5
000
Electronic Stability Control (esc) · stability control5
000
Electrical System5
001

2014 Ford Mustang airbags problems

68% of all complaints

243 of the 359 complaints are about the airbags.

Share of the 243 airbags complaints whose text describes each symptom. One complaint can describe several.

Typical mileage
24,353 mi
median of 56 reports
Peak year of filing
2016
124 airbags complaints that year
Crashes · fires · injuries
25 · 1 · 19
in these complaints
“I am reporting a safety hazard and a failure by Ford Motor Company to properly remedy the mandatory Takata Airbag Recall. Following the recall repair, a technician reassembly error left the airbag warning light permanently illuminated, meaning my Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) is completely disabled and will not deploy in a crash. I took the vehicle to Astro Ford in Mississippi for resolution.”
Owner complaint, filed Aug 4, 2026
“My son was driving to school. He was not speeding or any type of reckless driving. He hit an ice patch. His car spun and flew thru the air. The airbag compartment opened but it was defective. All metal shards came flying out of it causing multiple lacerations. He also lost consciousness from the impact and I was told by hospital ER doctor the airbag was defective and he was suffering from a very serious concussion.”
Owner complaint, filed Apr 8, 2026

Complaints and recalls over time

By year of filing
2013: 3 complaints, 0 about the airbags'132014: 21 complaints, 3 about the airbags2015: 59 complaints, 48 about the airbags'152016: 136 complaints, 124 about the airbags2017: 53 complaints, 35 about the airbags'172018: 14 complaints, 9 about the airbags2019: 31 complaints, 16 about the airbags'192020: 11 complaints, 1 about the airbags2021: 6 complaints, 1 about the airbags'212022: 7 complaints, 1 about the airbags2023: 5 complaints, 0 about the airbags'232024: 3 complaints, 3 about the airbags2025: 6 complaints, 0 about the airbags'252026: 4 complaints, 2 about the airbagsRecall 15V319000 (airbags)Recall 19V001000 (airbags)Recall 21V081000 (airbags)Recall 21E013000 (airbags)
All complaintsAbout the airbagsRecall (red: the airbags)

Complaints about the 2014 Mustang peaked in 2016, with 136 filed that year. Owners had filed 3 complaints about the airbags before the first recall that covers it, 15V319000 in May 2015; 240 more have come in since. In 2026 owners filed 4 so far.

4 safety recalls

Part 573 reports
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module21V081000
Filed Feb 16, 20211,067 vehiclesFord Motor Company

Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2009-2011 Mercury Milan, 2006 Ford GT, 2008-2012 Fusion, 2007-2010 Edge and Lincoln MKX, and 2009-2010 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with a driver or passenger frontal air bag inflator used as a replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bag, an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver and passenger air bag module, and replace either the module or the inflator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.

Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module21E013000
Filed Feb 16, 2021249 vehiclesFord Motor Company

Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain air bag inflator and/or module replacement service parts that may have been used as part of a collision repair. The parts include certain driver-side air bag inflators and/or modules, designed to fit 2005-2014 Ford Mustang and Mustang GT500. It also includes certain passenger-side air bag inflators and/or modules designed to fit 2005-2014 Ford Mustang, 2010-2012 Lincoln MKZ, 2010-2012 Ford Fusion, 2010-2011 Mercury Milan, 2007-2011 Ford Ranger, and 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX vehicles. Please see Ford's recall report for the specific part numbers. These parts may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bag, an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy. Ford will notify dealers that purchased the affected parts, and dealers will provide replacement parts to purchasers, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.

Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module19V001000Do not drive
Filed Jan 7, 2019782,384 vehiclesFord Motor Company

Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Ford is recalling certain 2011 Ford Ranger and Mercury Milan vehicles, 2011-2012 Ford Fusion and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles and 2011-2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Ford is also recalling certain 2010 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2010-2011 Ford Ranger and Mercury Milan vehicles, 2010-2012 Ford Fusion and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, and 2010-2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall 19S01.

Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module15V319000Do not drive
Filed May 28, 20151,018,622 vehiclesFord Motor Company

Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2014 Mustang vehicles manufactured April 6, 2004, to June 21, 2014, and 2005-2006 GT vehicles manufactured February 20, 2004, to September 22, 2006. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver side air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2016. Even if interim repairs were performed under safety recall 14V-802, owners must bring their vehicles in for the final remedy. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S21. Note: This recall supersedes safety recall 14V-802.

All 4 campaigns on file, newest first.

Technical service bulletins

60 on file

Repair instructions the manufacturer sent its dealers for the 2014 Mustang. Not recalls: the fix is usually free only while the car is under warranty.

equipment 18engine 10transmission 9electrical system 7body and frame 5brakes 2airbags 1steering 1
22B05Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 28, 2022airbags

Certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2005-2006 GT, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion & MKZ/Zephyr, 2006-2011 Milan, and 2007-2010 Edge & MKX Vehicles Driver & Passenger Airbag Module Quality Control Inspection: Ford Motor Company has determined that some vehicles claimed by dealers as repaired under Takata Airbag Safety Recalls 15S21, 17S42, 18S02, 19S01, and 21S12 …

Crash test ratings

NHTSA 5-star safety ratings
Version testedOverallFrontalSideRolloverRollover risk
2014 Ford Mustang 2 DR RWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★8.7%
2014 Ford Mustang C RWD———★★★★★8.7%

New Car Assessment Program results for this model year. Ratings compare cars of similar size and weight only.

What owners reported

Newest filings
SteeringCrash1 injured
Filed Aug 5, 2026NC

The contact’s brother owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. While the owner was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle drifted over to the left, crossed into the other lanes, drove into a ditch, and crashed into an object at the end of the ditch, causing the vehicle to become airborne. The vehicle landed in a nearby field and came to a complete stop. The contact stated that after several impacts, the air bags deployed. The contact stated that due to the impact, the driver was unable to state what had caused the vehicle to drift over to the left before crashing into the ditch. The driver received injuries to the lower body, L1 vertebrae, chest, and a fractured back. Medical attention was needed, and the driver remained in the Intensive Care Unit. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and remained at the tow yard with extensive damage. The contact was informed that collision coverage was required to repair the vehicle. The contact was unsure if the vehicle was deemed a total loss. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Air Bags
Filed Aug 4, 2026MS

I am reporting a safety hazard and a failure by Ford Motor Company to properly remedy the mandatory Takata Airbag Recall. Following the recall repair, a technician reassembly error left the airbag warning light permanently illuminated, meaning my Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) is completely disabled and will not deploy in a crash. I took the vehicle to Astro Ford in Mississippi for resolution. The Service Manager, Hunter Landry, attempted to reset the system three times and confirmed a permanent safety fault exists in the exact recall area. However, Ford’s proprietary dealership software is actively blocking the dealer from pulling the diagnostic codes or proceeding with the repair without a corporate override code. Ford Corporate customer service agents have repeatedly refused to route this request or issue the override code to the dealer, effectively blocking the repair of a failed federal safety recall component. The dealer requires a corporate email sent to [email protected] to authorize the diagnostic waiver and bypass the software block. Ford's corporate refusal forces me to drive an unsafe vehicle with no working airbags. Desired Resolution: I request that the NHTSA compel Ford Motor Company to immediately issue the corporate diagnostic override code to Hunter Landry at Astro Ford so this defective federal safety recall can be properly diagnosed and repaired at no cost to me.

Power Train
Filed Aug 3, 2026138,000 milesAZ

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to a low gear. The check engine warning light illuminated and remained illuminated after the first failure. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road, restarted, and the contact continued driving. The contact stated that during the last failure, while attempting to restart the vehicle, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the residence, and a hand-held diagnostic machine retrieved DTC: P1500. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 138,000.

Air BagsCrash1 injured
Filed Apr 8, 2026NJ

My son was driving to school. He was not speeding or any type of reckless driving. He hit an ice patch. His car spun and flew thru the air. The airbag compartment opened but it was defective. All metal shards came flying out of it causing multiple lacerations. He also lost consciousness from the impact and I was told by hospital ER doctor the airbag was defective and he was suffering from a very serious concussion.

Vehicle Speed Control
Filed Sep 10, 2025175,000 milesPA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied or while driving, the vehicle accelerated independently. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then was towed the following day to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the contact was unaware of the diagnostic result. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 175,000.

Steering
Filed May 19, 2025SC

I was driving down the road and just lost power steering , a message came on and said loss of power steering assist , I pulled o er cut the car off waited a few min then started it back up and it was working again , then about 10 miles down the road it did it again

Structure
Filed May 5, 2025129,983 milesMA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied, water leaked into the doors. The contact stated that a dealer was contacted. The contact stated that while it was snowing the water in the door would freeze. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the contact refused to leave the vehicle at the dealer, and the contact declined to pay for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 129,983.

Power Train
Filed Mar 13, 2025172,000 milesTX

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while driving at 65 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear. The check engine warning light illuminated, and the instrument cluster was red. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed transmission ring sensor. The contact was informed that the transmission ring sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact stated that the failure was intermittent, and occasionally the vehicle lost motive power. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 172,000.

Steering
Filed Mar 11, 2025ME

Power steering assist stopped working, shutting my traction and advanced traction control off

Power Train
Filed Feb 13, 2025140,000 milesFL

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving approximately 80 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted from fifth gear to first gear, causing the vehicle to abruptly decelerate. After turning off and restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated but in LIMP Mode. The vehicle was taken to the local service center who diagnosed that the wheel speed sensor and lead frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 140,000.

Air Bags
Filed Oct 29, 2024NM

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 15V319000 (Air Bags) and 19V001000 (Air Bags); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Air BagsCrash1 injured
Filed Oct 10, 2024100,502 milesSC

The contact owned a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while driving at 45 MPH, the contact fell asleep and lost control of the vehicle, causing the vehicle to crash into the rear end of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy, causing the contact to hit his head against the steering wheel. The contact became dizzy and lightheaded. The contact was able to exit the vehicle; however, the front driver's side door could only slightly open due to the significant damage to the vehicle's front end. The contact received medical assistance the following day. The contact underwent a CT scan and was informed that he had sustained a concussion. The vehicle was towed and totaled. A police report was filed. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 100,502.

Air Bags
Filed Apr 8, 2024PA

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V319000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Engine
Filed Dec 18, 2023NJ

The following problem happened to me a few years ago (twice within a couple of months) and again, 2 days ago. Each time I was standing at a traffic light when all of a sudden it accelerated at full throttle. I practically stood on the brake pedal, but the car was inching forward, as I put the transmission into park. This was not a subtle situation, it was dangerous. The engine went from idle to screaming within 2 seconds. I ruled out the floor mat as it was in the proper position and snapped into the floor. It did not cause any warning lights to come on. in May, I had the oil changed, at which time they suggested that they clean the throttle body, which they did.They never heard of the above problem.

Power Train
Filed Sep 6, 2023CA

Was driving my vehicle on the freeway traveling about 70 miles per hour when the vehicle suddenly shifted into first gear. I was able to maintain control and the vehicle shifted back to sixth gear. Issue occurred again within 5 minutes of the first incident and then the vehicle went into "Limp Mode". I was able to drive the vehicle home under this condition. Vehicle check engine light turned on and the code P0720, which is the Output Speed Sensor Circuit. This is the same issue that occurred on 2011-2013 F-150 and Mustang vehicles that currently have a recall for this (Safety Recall 19S07). The same transmissions (6R80) are used in both vehicles, as well as the Powertrain Control Modules, but my vehicle's VIN did not fall under this recall. This is a very dangerous issue that could lead to a deadly accident.

Power Train
Filed Jul 13, 202380,000 milesAL

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-70 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently downshifted to first gear. The contact stated that the rear wheels locked up and the vehicle jolted forward. The air bag, fuel, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

Power Train
Filed Jul 3, 2023OH

On 5-26-22 i took my mustang to Roush Ford in Hillard Oh. They tested and found out that I needed a lead frame connector. Part # Al327627V $ 226.10. I paid in advance for this part as Roush said they would not order unless I paid in advance. Roush stated they would call when part comes in. I made several attempts to get status of part and all they would say is they were still awaiting. On or about 6-20-23 I called again, At this time they stated the dealership had been sold to Valley ford and still no word on part arrival. I have owned several Fords in my life but after awaiting over 1 yr on a part and car I could not safely have my wife drive I decided to trade it in for another vehicle. I then called Valley to ask for them to credit my card in the amount of the part. They told me that the money went with Roush and they could not return my money?? They suggested I call Roush auto group( Honda ). I made the call to service manager and he said that Roush Ford was no longer in business and they could not refund my monies. In my mind Ford was paid the $226.10 and someone should be able to pay me back. I am asking that The Ford Motor co honor the deal by paying me back. Thanks

Structure › Body
Filed May 7, 2023SC

My clutch pedal went out before a moth of ower ship, my transmission 3rd gear went out before a month of owner ship, my bumper second time flying off on me 2nd month of owner ship.

Power Train
Filed Nov 17, 2022MA

While driving the clutch pedal will stick to the floor after shifting gears. You can pull the pedal up manually and it will functioning properly for a while but will repeat sticking to the floor. May happen once a day, once a week or more often. Ambient temperature has no affect to the problem. Car currently has 15,000 miles on it

Service Brakes
Filed Nov 8, 2022CA

I currently own a 2014 Mustang GT with a manual transmission and notice my emergency brake release button was cracking. The button is made of cheap plastic and the dealer does not have a replacement release button. They only sell the whole emergency brake, which I feel that Ford should she be responsible of replacing the emergency brake button, since this is a safety issue that you cannot engage the emergency brake or disengage the emergency brake button when parking your vehicle on a hilly driveway or any hill at all. Which I leave in Northern California that is very hill and feel that if my car ever comes disengaged out of 1st gear it would cause serious damages to others, such as crashing into a building or other cars or even a fatality.

Air Bags
Filed Aug 15, 2022GA

I randomly checked to see if any recalls were out regarding this vehicle. Upon checking I entered my vin # but was advised it was not part of the airbag recall. However my airbag light constantly comes on.

Service Brakes
Filed Jun 21, 2022TX

2014 FORD MUSTANG Experiencing exact same issues as when car is parked and shifting into the gear intended by the driver. That could cause the vehicle to roll away or move in an "unexpected direction". This is the same issue as the recall issued for other Ford vehicles: (but 2014 Ford Mustang is not listed) 2013-2019 Escape 2013-2018 C-Max 2013-2016 Fusion 2013-2021 Transit Connect 2015-2018 Edge "A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction," the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said in a statement. "Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury." My daughter had several near missed with this safety issue - and when I asked for diagnostics the dealer wanted to charge $ 139.99 plus taxes. The recall needs to be issue to include : 2014 FORD MUSTANG

Service BrakesCrash
Filed Jun 15, 2022NC

I was going up a steep driveway. I made it to the top, then needed to get back down. I put my car in reverse and proceeded to back down the driveway. Suddenly and without warning, my brakes and steering went out. The whole car shut off and the battery light turned on. Not being able to brake or steer, my car rolled down the driveway into a fence before coming to a stop. This caused extensive damage to my vehicle.

Power Train
Filed Jun 3, 2022CO

THE 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION GRINDS AND/OR LOCKS OUT OF GEAR WHEN SHIFTING FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR. THE CAR BUCKS AND SURGES, WORSE WHEN GOING DOWNHILL. IT MAKES A KNOCKING NOISE WHEN THERE IS A TORQUE CHANGE.

Back Over Prevention
Filed Feb 24, 202267,000 milesIL

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera turned blank. The contact also stated that while driving at 15-20 MPH, the beeping sound that the vehicle made while reversing activated independently. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V082000 (Back Over Prevention) and contacted the dealer. The dealer informed the contact that his vehicle could not be repaired under the recall as his VIN was not included. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to NHTSA for assistance with including his VIN in the recall for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V082000 (Back Over Prevention). The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.

Engine
Filed Dec 16, 202134,083 milesMS

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, he heard an abnormal noise and saw smoke exiting from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated multiple warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to park on the side of the vehicle and stated the smoke extinguished on its own. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the engine to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but experienced the failure again on 12/2/2021. The contact towed the vehicle to his residence. The contact called the local dealer and was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 34,083.

Structure › Body › Hood
Filed Jun 10, 202115,300 milesIN

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that the hood was rusting. The vehicle was taken to local dealer where it was diagnosed with nothing to be replaced. The dealer was unable to assist until the hood was rusted all the way through. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 15,300.

Unknown or Other
Filed May 30, 2021CA

Door latch failure caused by high heat environment, vehicle initially purchased in the state of Arizona. When the door is attempted to be closed it will either bounce open catching on a latch jammed in the closed position, or when closed it will effortlessly push open without the need to engage the door handle. Ford Corporate told me this would be a free recall service, but when I showed up for my appointment the DGDG dealer attempted to charge me $200 for a diagnostic. I don't need a diagnostic I know what's wrong, I don't appreciate being lied to or taken for a fool.

Power Train
Filed Apr 28, 20211,000 milesSD

PURCHASED CAR NEW IN 2014 AND NOTICED VIBRATION IN TRANSMISSION UPON DECELERATION. I WAS INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT THIS WAS A KNOWN ISSUE BUT IT WAS NOT GOING TO CAUSE AND LONG TERM ISSUES, AFTER THE WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED I STARTED EXPERIENCING SHIFTING ISSUES INTERMITENTLY, I HAVE CONTACTED THE DEALER ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AS THIS HAS PROGESSIVLEY GOTTEN WORSE TO CHECK FOR KNOWN ISSUES OR IF THEY WERE GOING TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. NOW WITH 85000 MILES THE CAR IS VIRTUALLY UNDRIVEABLE AND WONT SHIFT INTO SECOND GEAR AND STILL HAS THE VIBRATION. FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE SAYS THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO AND STILL SAYS THEY DO NOT KNOW OF ANY ISSUES WITH THIS TRANSMISSION EVEN THOUGH THERE HAS BEEN A CLASS ACTION SUIT STARTED.

Power Train
Filed Apr 15, 202152,000 milesFL

THE CAR WOULD LOOSE POWER AND NOT SHIFT PROPERLY. AFTER A YEAR OF TRYING TO DIAGNOSE THE TROUBLE IT WAS THE OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR. FINALLY GOT A TROUBLE CODE. FORD RECALLED THE 2011 & 2012 MUSTANGS BUT NOT MINE. THE OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR IS THE EXACT SAME PART NUMBER FOR THE RECALLED YEARS AND MINE.

Air BagsCrash
Filed Jan 26, 202150,000 milesTX

WAS HIT ON PASSENGER SIDE AND SLAMMED IN TO BARRIER WALL ON THE DRIVER SIDE AND ONLY THE SIDE AIRBAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE DEPLOYED. HAD RECALL ON AIRBAG FIXED BUT DID NOT WORK

Structure › Body
Filed Dec 1, 2020MA

ALUMINUM HOOD CORROSION CAUSING PAINT TO BUBBLE AND CRACK

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft
Filed Oct 19, 2020NV

2014 FORD MUSTANG. CONSUMER WITES IN REGARDS TO STOCK DRIVE SHAFT FAILURE. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE STOCK DRIVE SHAFT CAN BREAK INTO PIECES AT SPEEDS OVER 110 MPH. THE CONSUMER STATED THIS POTENTIAL FAILURE SHOULD CAUSE FOR A RECALL. *JS

Engine
Filed Sep 28, 202048,205 milesGA

THE WATER PUMP FAILED ON THE 3.7 V6 AND THERE WAS A TSB16-0074 THAT HAS A CHECK VALVE IN IT TO PREVENT THE FAILURE OF THE WATER PUMPS. PROBLEM WAS NOTICED WHEN CAR HAD ALREADY PULLED OUT OF THE GARAGE. . THERE WAS A PUDDLE OF WATER UNDER THE FRONT CENTER OF THE CAR. MY WIFE DROVE TO THE SALON. I WENT THERE TO CHECK AND ADD ONE GALLON OF ANTIFREEZE TO THE RADIATOR OVERFLOW.

Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Filed Aug 18, 202045,000 milesIL

ELECTRONIC POWER ASSIST STEERING FAILED UNEXPECTEDLY AT APPROX. 45,000 MILES. LOST POWER STEERING CREATING A DANGEROUS SITUATION. MANUAL STEERING WAS LIMITED.

Fuel System, Gasoline
Filed Aug 3, 202031,000 milesSC

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING, THE MESSAGE STATING CHECK FUEL INLET FILTER REMAINED ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO PROPERLY ACCELERATE. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT YET DETERMINED. THE LOCAL DEALER VICK BAILEY FORD LOCATED AT 501 E DANIEL MORGAN AVE, SPARTANBURG, SC 29302 AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 31,000.

Air BagsCrash
Filed Jul 21, 2020103,000 milesFL

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATED UPON APPROACHING A LIGHT 30 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE HAD PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF HER THAT SHE WAS BEHIND. THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HER HAD MADE AN ABRUPT STOP WHICH CAUSED HER TO HIT THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HER. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE WAS REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT DID SUSTAIN HEAD, NECK, BACK, LEFT RIGHT SHOULDER AND BRUISES INJURIES OR SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE INSURANCE COMPANY STORAGE YARD. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED AS OF YET. THE LOCAL DEALER NOR MANUFACTURER HAD BEEN INFORMED OF FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 103,000.

Unknown or Other
Filed Jul 6, 202070,000 milesTN

THE RADIO MADE A LOUD BOOM. SPOOKED ME OUT AND ALMOST CAUSED ME TO WREAK. THE RADIO CONTINUES TO DO LOUD BOOMS AND DOES NOT MAKE ANY NOISE. I HAVE RESEARCHED IF THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM AND YES THERE ARE MANY WITH THE SAME ISSUE. THE RADIO WILL ONLY FLASH TIME AND WILL NOT PLAY SOUND. I USE THE RADIO FOR THE HANDLESS LAW PASSED LAST YEAR. I ALSO USE IT TO TELL ME WHERE TO GO. I WAS DRIVING WHEN THIS HAPPENED.

Power Train › Clutch Assembly
Filed Jun 24, 202011,577 milesPA

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE TRANSMISSION CEASED IN 2ND GEAR AND FAILED TO SHIFT TO A LOWER OR HIGHER GEAR. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND CALLED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION CLUTCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE BUT PROVIDED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 11,577.

Power Train
Filed Jun 12, 202054,000 milesOK

EVERY SINCE I BOUGHT THIS 2014 MUSTANG GT WITH THE GETRAG M-82 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION IT HAS HAD NOTHING BUT SHIFTING PROBLEMS THIRD GEAR LOCK OUT, NOTCHE SHIFTING SINCE I'VE BOUGHT IT IS FORD EVER GOING TO RECALL AND FIX THESE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS? THIS IS MY DAILY DRIVER AND IT DOES IT EVERY DAY WHEN I'M DRIVING. *TR

Power Train
Filed Jun 9, 202021,000 milesMI

MY 2014 FORD MUSTANG WITH 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION SHAKES, SOMETIMES VIOLENTLY, WHEN DOWNSHIFTING FROM 4TH TO 3RD GEAR. IT ALSO SHAKES WHEN THE GAS PEDAL IS LET UP WHEN IN SECOND GEAR. I HAVE HAD IT IN FOR REPAIR SEVERAL TIMES, AND I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT IT IS A KNOWN TRANSMISSION PROBLEM THAT IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY. THIS IS NOT MY FIRST MANUAL TRANSMISSION VEHICLE, AND I HAVE NEVER HAD A CAR SHAKE WHILE DRIVING. PURCHASED THE CAR IN 2015 AND THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN FROM DAY ONE. *TR

Service Brakes
Filed Mar 2, 202091,000 milesMA

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE DRIVER'S SIDE BRAKES ACTIVATED INDEPENDENTLY AND THE VEHICLE SWERVED TO THE LEFT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRACTION CONTROL SENSOR LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 91,000.

Air Bags › Frontal
Filed Dec 30, 2019AL

I HAVE A CONFIRMED ISSUE WITH MY SON'S PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG. THE LOCAL DEALER WOODY ANDERSON FORD WAS NOT ABLE TO SCHEDULE REPAIRS UNTIL MARCH 17TH AND WOULD NOT OFFER A LOANER EVEN FOR THE DAY OF THE REPAIR. AS A RESULT MY SON WILL HAVE TO DRIVE AN UNSAFE VEHICLE FOR 2 1/2 MONTHS UNTIL THE REPAIRS CAN BE MADE.

Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Filed Dec 4, 201950,954 milesMO

I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT ON DRY PAVEMENT AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MILES PER HOUR (THE SPEED LIMIT) WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY STARTED VIOLENTLY SHAKING FROM LEFT TO RIGHT. IMAGINE AN EXCITED DOG WAGGING ITS TAIL AND BODY. THAT WAS MY CAR. A YELLOW LIGHT WAS FLASHING ON AND OFF, BUT I COULD NOT DETERMINE WHAT IT WAS UNDER THE CIRCUMSTANCES. THE CAR WAS MAKING A GRINDING NOISE. I IMMEDIATELY STARTED SLOWING THE CAR DOWN. THE BRAKES WERE GRINDING WHEN I DEPRESSED THEM. I PULLED INTO A PARKING LOT TO SEE IF I COULD SEE SOMETHING WRONG. I LEFT THE CAR RUNNING. THERE WAS NOTHING VISIBLE. I GOT BACK INTO THE CAR AND DROVE ABOUT A BLOCK AND THE SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN SO I PULLED OFF AGAIN, GOT OUT AND LOOKED AGAIN AND SAW NOTHING. I CANNOT REMEMBER IF I SHUT THE CAR OFF OR NOT. I WAS ONLY ABOUT 4 MILES FROM HOME, SO I DECIDED TO AT LEAST TRY TO GET CLOSER TO HOME BEFORE I CALLED SOMEONE FOR HELP. I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE CAR HOME WITHOUT INCIDENT. I LOOKED IN THE MANUAL TO TRY TO FIGURE OUT WHAT THE LIGHT WAS AND IT WAS THE TRACTION CONTROL. WHEN I RESTARTED THE CAR, IT WAS ACTING NORMAL. ACCORDING TO THE MANUAL, IF THERE WAS SOMETHING WRONG, THE LIGHT WOULD STAY ON. I HAVE DRIVEN THE CAR ABOUT 20-25 MORE MILES SINCE AND IT HAS NOT REOCCURRED. I HAVE BEEN DRIVING MANY YEARS AND HAVE NEVER HAD A CAR ACT LIKE THIS. I DID SOME SEARCHING ON THE INTERNET AND HAVE FOUND MULTIPLE MUSTANG DRIVERS THAT HAVE HAD SIMILAR EXPERIENCES WITH YEARS 2011 AND NEWER. I ALSO READ THAT FORD HAS HAD OTHER MODELS RE

Vehicle Speed Control
Filed Dec 3, 201931,000 milesFL

I WAS SHIFTING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE. THE WRENCH ICON CAME ON ON THE DASHBOARD AND THE CAR SHUTTERED. I IMMEDIATELY TURNED IT OFF, LEFT IT OFF FOR ABOUT 10 SECONDS AND STARTING IT AGAIN. I PULLED INTO A PARKING SPACE, CALLED MY HUSBAND AND HE CAME TO FOLLOW ME HOME IN CASE IT HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING ON THE STREET. IT DID NOT. ABOUT 4 DAYS LATER I PULLED OUT OF MY GARAGE AND THE WRENCH ICON CAME ON AGAIN AND THE CAR SHUTTERED. I TURNED IT OFF AND PULLED THE CAR INTO THE GARAGE AGAIN. A FEW DAYS LATER I WAS ABLE TO GET IT IN WITH MY MECHANIC. THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH IT ON THE DIAGNOSTICS AND COULD NOT REPLICATE THE FAULT. I FOUND A LOT ON LINE ABOUT THE THROTTLE BODY PROBLEMS WITH FORD VEHICLES. MY BROTHER HAD THE EXACT SAME THING HAPPEN TO HIS CAR (SAME PROBLEM) AND HE HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THEY TOLD HIM THIS HAPPENS A LOT. SO, I WILL BRING MY CAR HOME TODAY WITH NOTHING FOUND. HOW DO I TRUST IT TO DRIVE IT? THANKS FOR YOUR TIME.

Engine
Filed Oct 28, 201970,000 milesFL

I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY (I-4) ON MY WAY TO WORK ON 10/24/2019, I WAS GOING ABOUT 65 MPH AND SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE DECREASED SPEED TO ABOUT 35 -40 MPH, ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL THE WRENCH LIGHT OR SYMBOL CAME ON, I WAS ALMOST REAR ENDED AND HIT BY 2 VEHICLES TRAVELING AT NORMAL SPEED. AS I PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDAL THE CAR WOULD NOT PICK UP SPEED, I BELIEVE THIS IS CALLED "LIMP MODE'. I WAS LUCKILY ABLE TO AVOID THE ACCIDENT BY PULLING OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. I SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF, SINCE I WAS NOT SURE IF IT COULD ALSO BE A FIRE HAZARD. WAITED A FEW MINUTES AND LOOKED UP THE ISSUE ON THE INTERNET. I TURNED THE VEHICLE BACK ON AND IT WAS AS IF NOTHING HAD EVER HAPPENED. I WAS ABLE TO GET BACK ON THE ROAD AND I THOUGHT MAYBE IT WAS JUST A MALFUNCTION. I WAS VERY SCARED BUT DROVE INTO WORK WITH NO IDLING ISSUES. SATURDAY 10/26/2019 I WAS ON MY WAY TO THE GROCERY STORE AND IT HAPPENED AGAIN, NEAR MY HOUSE ON A RESIDENTIAL ROAD. I WAS GOING ABOUT 35-40 AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN THE VEHICLE ONCE AGAIN SLOWED DOWN, THIS TIME TO ABOUT 10-15 MPH. ONCE AGAIN, I WAS ALMOST REAR ENDED, I WAS ABLE TO PULL ONTO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, THIS TIME I CALLED A TOW TRUCK. I WAITED A FEW HOURS AND NOTHING. I SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF AND DROVE HOME, ABOUT HALF A MILE. ONCE AGAIN THE DASHBOARD CLEAR AND CAR DROVE OFF WITH NO ISSUE. CAR WAS TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP ON 10/26/2019. IT IS CURRENTLY BEING LOOKED AT BUT I DO NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING THIS VEHICLE.

Air Bags
Filed Oct 25, 201976,000 milesFL

FORD HAS FAILED TO CONTACT ME REGARDING FAULTY AIRBAGS.I DISCOVERED THIS ISSUE FROM THE STATE FARM INS WEBSITE

Air Bags
Filed Sep 30, 2019CA

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD MUSTANG THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V001000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. AN UNKNOWN FORD DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.

Unknown or Other
Filed Aug 14, 201925 milesFL

AIR CONDITIONING / VENT SYSTEMS. AC STOPPED WORKING, JUST PRIOR WHEN I USED MY DEFOGGER I NOTICED A FILM ON MY WINDSHIELD. AFTER IT STOPPED THIS FILM WAS SO MASSIVE, I WAS IN SERIOUS RAIN STORM AND I COULD NOT SEE OUT, I HAD TO REALLY OPEN WINDOWS WITH RAIN POURING IN TO GET FILM OFF, I HAD PROB DRIVING WITH WINDOW OPENED SO MUCH I CLOSED TO A QUARTER, AND AGAIN THE FILM CAME BACK ONLY THIS TIME I HIT FLOODING ON I-75 SHORTLY BEFORE MY EXIT, CAUSING ME TO SWERVE INTO THE PATH OF A TRACTOR TRAILER, THANK GOD FOR MANUAL I WAS ABLE TO SHIFT AND ESCAPE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. I CONTACTED FORD AND I ATTEMPTED TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT, THERE WAS A FEE OF WHICH I JUST DIDN'T HAVE AND WAS TOLD IT WOULD COME OFF REPAIR BILL WHICH WOULD BE $2000.00 MY WARRANTY ONLY EXPIRED THE MONTH PRIOR. UNBELIEVABLE! I HAVE DONE LOADS OF RESEARCH, AND HAVE SEEN WAY TOO MANY MUSTANGS OF VARIOUS YEARS AND SPOKE WITH OWNERS AND ALL OF US HAVE SAME EXACT ISSUE. THERE ARE THOUSANDS UPON THOUSANDS AND ALL FORD SAYS IS "IT HAPPENS". THIS IS NOT A COMFORT ISSUE BUT A SERIOUS CONDITION THAT CAN GET SOMEONE KILLED IF THEY NEED THEIR FOGGER. CAN YOU PLEASE INVESTIGATE THIS I HAVE PUT UP A WEBSITE AND AM BEGINNING TO COLLECT SIGNATURES FOR PROOF. THIS IS NOT SOMETHING MINOR WITH SO MANY VEHICLES WITH EXACT SAME ISSUES. ALL WE ASK IS THAT YOU CONTACT MUSTANG OWNERS AND INVESTIGATE. ALL COMPLAINTS INVOLVE FOLLOWING REPAIRS, LEAKING ANTIFREEZE AND FOGGING ON WINDSHIELD, REPAIRING COMPRESSORS, EVAPORATORS, SEALS, ETC

Electrical System
Filed Aug 2, 201970,000 milesTX

WHEN I WAS ON MY WAY BACK HOME FROM WORK MY CAR STARTED TO SHAKE AND THEN THE POWER STEERING FAULT CAME UP ON MY DASH. SO I HAD NO POWER STEERING AND WHEN THAT WENT OUT I WAS GOING ABOUT 60 AND I ALMOST WRECKED MY CAR BECAUSE OF IT.

Complaints 1-50 of 359, newest first, reproduced as filed.

Across model years

Worst on record: 2005
YearComplaintsRecallsFiresDeathsAssessment
20268500Routine
202520600Routine
2024851200Do not drive
202315600Routine
202250910Routine
202155600Routine
2020122850Routine
2019152610Routine
2018196410Routine
2017268680Above average
2016380572Fatalities reported
20154391170Above average
2014 — this page359410Do not drive
2013271620Do not drive
2012469721Do not drive
2011466510Do not drive
2010261622Do not drive
2009181620Do not drive
2008347800Do not drive
2007615951Do not drive
2006424932Do not drive
2005705970Do not drive
2004116600Routine
2003145640Routine
2002118660Routine
2001173822Fatalities reported
2000311992Fatalities reported
19992131022Fatalities reported
199823614121Fatalities reported
19971761132Fatalities reported
19962461260Above average
199560216297Fatalities reported
199435613191Fatalities reported
19931017292Fatalities reported
1992695210High concern
1991776220High concern
1990855290High concern

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2014 Ford Mustang: questions buyers ask

Is the 2014 Ford Mustang a good car?

It is not among the Mustang years to avoid. Owners filed 359 complaints, against about 225 for a typical Mustang year. The most common complaint is about the airbags (68%). In NHTSA crash tests it scored 4 stars overall.

What is the most common problem with the 2014 Ford Mustang?

The airbags: 243 of the 359 complaints (68%) are about it. The typical report comes at 24,353 miles.

How many recalls does the 2014 Ford Mustang have?

4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, the most recent filed Feb 16, 2021. 2 of them carry a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. The largest, 15V319000, covered 1,018,622 vehicles. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

At what mileage do 2014 Ford Mustang problems start?

Half of the complaints that record an odometer reading came in before 24,000 miles. For the airbags the midpoint is 24,353 miles.

Are there service bulletins for the 2014 Ford Mustang?

The manufacturer filed 60 technical service bulletins and other notices for it with NHTSA, most of them about the engine (10), the transmission (9) and the electrical system (7). A bulletin is a repair instruction to dealers, not a recall: the fix is usually free only under warranty.

Reading this record

NHTSA has issued a do-not-drive warning for a recall on this vehicle.

Complaint counts track how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road as much as they track quality. A common model from 2013 has had a decade to accumulate reports; a rare one from last year has not. The signal worth weighing is in the severity columns, in whether the same component keeps appearing, and in whether the manufacturer eventually opened a recall for it.

Recall repairs are free for as long as the recall stands. Check whether a specific car still has open work at NHTSA's VIN lookup.

Most recent recall on file: Feb 16, 2021. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.