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2014 · Ford
Ford Mustang problems
4 critical safety recalls on file — the kind NHTSA opens when crashes, fires, or injuries are documented. 356 owner complaints alongside. Read those first.
Reliability score
4.8 / 10
Below average for the segment. Multiple systems have recurring complaints.
4
Critical
0
Severe
0
Moderate
Should you avoid this 2014 Mustang?
High-risk ownership
Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open.
Reliability score 4.8/10 — below the segment average
4 recall campaigns on file
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2014 Mustang· airbags
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…
Tl* takata recall.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 unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Ford mustang gt. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle violently swayed from left to right independently. The contact stated that the traction control warning indicator illuminated. The contact pulled the vehicle over…
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Ford mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v319000 (air bags); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
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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
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.
Fix: 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.
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
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.
Fix: 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.
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
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.
Fix: 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.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 4.8 out of 10 based on 356 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 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 2014 Ford Mustang?
The 2014 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: Reliability score 4.8/10 — below the segment average; 4 recall campaigns 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 2014 Ford Mustang?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 240 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 34,872 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 34,872 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 2014 Ford Mustang?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 356 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.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Ford/Mustang.
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