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ProblemsByVin File / 2007-FORD-MUSTANG NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2007 · Ford

Ford Mustang problems

615 owners have filed defect reports on this one. That's not a small number. 1 active recall campaign on file.

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Reliability score
6.8 / 10

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

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Should you avoid this 2007 Mustang?
High-risk ownership

Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
340 reports · fails ~66,988 mi · avg $1,100
severe
cruise control
37 reports · fails ~60,711 mi · avg $600
severe
body
35 reports · fails ~46,118 mi · avg $1,500
moderate
electrical
29 reports · fails ~56,708 mi · avg $850
severe
powertrain
29 reports · fails ~27,390 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
tires
26 reports · fails ~24,768 mi · avg $150
moderate
fuel system
22 reports · fails ~44,599 mi · avg $1,200
moderate
suspension
22 reports · fails ~41,890 mi · avg $900
severe
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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.
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…
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…
2007 Mustang · body
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Ford mustang. After it rained or was taken through a car wash, water would flood the vehicle. She took the vehicle to the dealership on three occasions and the vehicle was sealed with silicone, and the carpets and windshield were replaced twice. The…
12/29/2009 · at 21,273 mi · NHTSA ODI #10297300.0 · see body pattern →
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 06E089000 October 27, 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.

Under investigation 1 open at NHTSA

EA Air Bags › Frontal · opened February 2015

NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA15001 on NHTSA →

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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.

Should you avoid the 2007 Ford Mustang?

The 2007 Ford Mustang is a higher-risk ownership prospect. Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open. The record behind that call: Cruise-control: 37 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 32,000–77,000 mi; Electrical system: 29 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 23,692–82,000 mi; Reliability score 6.8/10 — around the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

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. Typical failure occurs around 66,988 miles. 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. Typical failure occurs around 66,988 miles. 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 are not always better value.

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