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ProblemsByVin File / 2007-FORD-MUSTANG
2007 · Ford

Ford Mustang problems

1 safety recall. 615 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.8 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
340 reports · avg $1,100
severe
cruise control
37 reports · avg $600
severe
body
35 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
electrical
29 reports · avg $850
severe
powertrain
29 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
tires
26 reports · avg $150
moderate
fuel system
22 reports · avg $1,200
moderate
suspension
22 reports · avg $900
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2007 Mustang · airbags
TAKATA RECALL DEALER SAYS REPLACEMENT AIRBAG IS NOT AVAILABLE. RECALL WAS 1.5 YEARS AGO.
12/30/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11057648.0
2007 Mustang · other
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD MUSTANG. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE HOOD UNLATCHED CAUSING THE FRONT WINDSHIELD TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 102,000.
12/30/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10669148.0
2007 Mustang · airbags
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR…
12/29/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11057399.0
2007 Mustang · airbags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V802000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE…
12/29/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10816771.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 06E089000 27/10/2006

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET EIBACH BRANDED FRONT STRUTS ONLY, PART NO

IF THE BROKEN BRACKET CONTACTS THE TIRE, SIDEWALL DAMAGE CAN OCCUR, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Fix: EIBACH WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO PROVIDE NEW STRUTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON DECEMBER 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT EIBACH AT 951-256-8300.

Common questions

Is the 2007 Ford Mustang reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.8 out of 10 based on 615 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Ford Mustang has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2007 Ford Mustang?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 340 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Ford Mustang has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Ford Mustang?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 615 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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