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2008 ford Mustang airbags problems

severe 237 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100

Complaints
237
Recalls
1
Crashes
9
Avg fix
$1,100

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 08V082000 25/02/2008

FORD IS RECALLING 434,593 MY 2008 MUSTANG VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH ONE OF THE NECK INJURY REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO

DURING AN AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, IF A SMALL FEMALE IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS NOT WEARING THE SAFETY BELT, AND HAS THE SEAT IN THE FULL FORWARD POSITION, THERE MAY BE AN INCREASED POTENTIAL FOR A NECK INJURY.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 3, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332 OR THROUGH EMAIL TO WWW.OWNERCONNECTION.COM.

What owners are reporting 12 most recent

airbags · filed 12/27/2017

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (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 RECALL REPAIR. COORANDT FORD IN WAVERLY, IOWA WAS MADE AWARE OF THE RECALL AND STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WA…

airbags · filed 12/27/2017

TAKATA RECALL NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 16V384 SUMMARY THE PASSENGER FRONTAL AIRBAG INFLATOR COULD RUPTURE IF THE VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A CRASH WHERE THE SUPPLEMENTAL FRONTAL AIRBAGS ARE DESIGNED TO DEPLOY. THIS DEFECT REPORT IS IN RESPONSE TO TAKATA DIRS 16E-042, 16E-043, 16E-044. RECALL STATUS RECALL INCOMPLETE. REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE REMEDY OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY MAIL AND INSTRUCTED TO…

airbags · filed 12/27/2016

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V319000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V384000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUES. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED …

airbags · filed 12/26/2017

I BOUGHT MY MUSTANG FROM NAPLETON'S IN ARLINGTON HEIGHTS,IL. I WAS TOLD THAT THEY COULDN'T GIVE ME A CAR FAX BECAUSE THEY WERE RUNNING LOW ON PAPER. I JUST RECEIVED A RECALL IN THE MAIL FROM 2016 ABOUT AIRBAG. I'M NOT SURE IF WHAT THE CARFAX IS ON MY CAR BECAUSE THEY TOLD ME TO GET ONE OFF THE INTERNET NOT KNOWING I'D HAVE TO PAY FOR IT. THERE WAS NO DISCLOSURE THAT THIS MUSTANG HAD A RECALL THAT…

airbags · filed 12/24/2017

TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE RECEIVED A LETTER FROM FORD ADVISING TO NOT ALLOW ANYONE IS SIT IN THE FIRST ROW PASSENGER SEAT CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH. WHAT GOOD IS A CAR IF YOU CANT USE THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT?

airbags · filed 12/22/2015

DRIVER AIRBAG INFLATOR REPLACEMENT. I CALLED FORD DIRECTLY IN AUGUST 2015 TO FIND OUT WHEN I COULD SCHEDULE MY CAR FOR REPAIR AND WAS TOLD IN Q3 OF 2015 I WOULD BE NOTIFIED. I HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY NOTIFICATION. ON DECEMBER 22, 2015 I CALLED FORD AGAIN FOR STATUS AND WAS TOLD THEY HAD NO TIME ESTIMATE ON WHEN THE REPAIR WOULD BE COMPLETED ONLY THAT I WOULD RECEIVE A FIRST CLASS LETTER. I ASKED IF …

airbags · filed 12/21/2017

TAKATA RECALL - THIS RECALL WAS INITIATED ON JUNE 1, 2016 WHICH IS NOW WELL OVER A YEAR AGO. WE HAVE TRIED THAT ENTIRE TIME TO HAVE THIS FIXED, BUT THE DEALERS TELL US THE PARTS ARE NOT YET AVAILABLE. SINCE THIS CAUSES DEATH, I AM VERY CONCERNED WITH DRIVING THIS CAR AND THE POSSIBILITY OF THE AIRBAG DEPLOYING AND KILLING SOMEONE NEEDLESSLY. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY THE RECALL DOES NOT HAVE A REM…

airbags · filed 12/18/2015

DRIVING DOWN MARTIN LUTHER KING DR. WHILE APPROACHING A CURVE AT 45 MPH VEHICLE STABILITY AND BRAKES GAVE OUT. AIRBAGS DEPLOYED INCORRECTLY AND CAUSED INJURIES TO MYSELF AND A PASSENGER. SEAT BELTS ARE ALSO NO LONGING WORKING. BRAKES ARE

airbags · filed 12/17/2009

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 FORD MUSTANG. WHILE DRIVING 45-55 MPH HE STRUCK A WET SPOT ON THE ROAD, AND THEN CRASHED INTO THE GUARD RAIL WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ROLL OVER THREE TIMES. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. HE SUFFERED MINOR INJURIES TO HIS HEAD, NECK, AND BACK. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALERSHIP. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 22000. UPDATED 01/1410 *BF…

airbags · filed 12/15/2017

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 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. THE DEALER (RONNIE WATKINS FORD, 101 GEORGE WALLACE DR, GADSDEN, AL 35903) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THA…

Common questions

How serious is the airbags problem on the 2008 ford Mustang?

It's a meaningful issue. 237 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.

At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?

Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to airbags?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover airbags issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Other problem areas on this vehicle

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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