Some 2011 - 2014 Mustang vehicles equipped with a 3.7L V6 engine and MT82 manual transmission may exhibit a vibration felt in the shifter, and/or the seat track and steering wheel, on deceleration between 3500 and 2000 engine RPM. This an operating characteristic of the vehicle and no repairs should be attempted.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2014 Ford Mustang steering problems
severe Owners of the 2014 Ford Mustang have filed 21 NHTSA complaints about the steering, typically surfacing around 40,000 miles at roughly $700 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See steering across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
21
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
| Model year | steering complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 Mustang | 3 |
| 2011 Mustang | 25 |
| 2012 Mustang | 16 |
| 2013 Mustang | 10 |
| 2014 Mustang (this page) | 21 |
| 2015 Mustang | 16 |
| 2016 Mustang | 12 |
| 2017 Mustang | 11 |
| 2018 Mustang | 4 |
2crashes
2injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 21 steering complaints filed for the 2014 Ford Mustang, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Among the 16 model years of Ford Mustang in our records for steering problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA steering complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 7 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering steering on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
SOME 2010-2016 EPAS EQUIPPED VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT STEERING RELATED NOISES. THE WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM) DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES HAVE BEEN UPDATED IN SECTION 211-02. WHEN DIAGNOSING AND REPAIRING EPAS STEERING NOISES USE THE UPDATED PROCEDURES.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The dominant complaint is sudden, unpredictable loss of electronic power steering assist. Owners lose power steering between 20,600 and 60,000 miles—sometimes in parking lots, sometimes at highway speeds. When it happens, the steering wheel becomes stiff or locks solid. A "Power Steering Assist Fault" warning appears on the dash; restarting the engine or disconnecting the battery may restore function temporarily, but the failure recurs.
One owner at 21,600 miles found water and corroded pins in the steering box electrical connectors. Dealership diagnostics point to the electronic control module or steering gear itself, with repair quotes around $1,700.
Two owners report mechanical steering column failures: one had a bolt come loose and fall out, causing the wheel to spin freely; another had the wheel detach from the column at 60,000 miles.
One owner lost steering during an engine stall on a grade. Another experienced steering wheel lock-up during an emergency braking situation, along with simultaneous brake lock-up.
Ford has issued recalls for this steering defect in other model years, but not the 2014. Manufacturer responses have been nonexistent or dismissive when notified of failures.
Same Ford Mustang steering reports on nearby years: 2011 · 2012 · 2013 · 2015 · 2016
Failure modes owners describe
Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Loss of Assist—Intermittent or Complete
The electric power steering system loses assistance without warning, forcing owners to steer with manual effort. The steering wheel becomes stiff and difficult to turn or, in severe cases, completely locks. Some incidents occur during low-speed maneuvers (parking, driveways); others occur at highway speeds (40–60 mph). Restart or battery disconnect may temporarily restore function. A 'Power Steering Assist Fault' or 'Power Steering Failure' warning message often appears on the instrument cluster.
When: Occurs between 20,600 and 60,000 miles; failures reported during acceleration, turning, and routine driving. Some owners report immediate loss on vehicle startup.
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden loss of power steering assist while driving; Steering wheel becomes extremely stiff or locks completely; Power Steering Assist Fault warning light illuminates; Delayed steering response (3–4 second lag); Vehicle veering between lanes uncontrollably; Intermittent loss that resolves after engine restart or battery reset
Codes mentioned: Power Steering Assist Fault
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership diagnostics point to steering gear/rack-pinion electronic control unit failure. One owner was quoted $1,700 for steering wheel gear replacement. Another received a replacement steering box. Repairs required dealership towing in several instances.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified in multiple cases but did not provide warranty assistance or recalls. One owner received case number CAS-22279956 but no repair was completed. Owners note Ford has issued recalls for this defect in other model years but not for the 2014 model year.
Steering Box Corrosion and Electrical Failure
Water intrusion into the power steering box electrical connectors causes corrosion of the connector pins and spade terminals. The corrosion degrades the electrical connection, leading to loss of steering assist. One owner discovered water and corroded pins in the connector assembly after a dealer diagnosed the need for steering box replacement.
When: Reported at approximately 21,600 miles.
Symptoms owners cite: Power steering loss; Water found in connector pins; Corroded male spade terminal in electrical connector
Repairs/costs cited: Steering box replacement was necessary. Owner discovered the water and corrosion himself after dealer diagnosis.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer was notified but did not assist.
Steering Column Bolt Loosening
A bolt securing the steering column to the firewall came loose and fell out, causing the steering wheel to spin freely with no control. This creates complete loss of steering function.
When: Occurred during low-speed parking lot operation; exact mileage not stated.
Symptoms owners cite: Steering wheel spins freely without resistance; No steering control
Repairs/costs cited: Bolt replacement performed by Ford dealership.
Steering Wheel Detachment from Column
The steering wheel detached from the steering column during a low-speed driveway departure. Owner was able to push it back in and drive slowly home. The cause was not diagnosed.
When: At approximately 60,000 miles.
Symptoms owners cite: Steering wheel detached from steering column
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle was not repaired.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer was notified and provided case number CAS-22279956.
Steering Lock-Up During Accident Scenario
During an emergency braking situation (accident avoidance), the steering wheel locked up simultaneously with brake lock-up. This occurred at 40 mph during a city street incident. Airbags also failed to deploy in the subsequent collision.
When: Occurred during low-speed (40 mph) accident scenario on city street.
Symptoms owners cite: Steering wheel locked up during braking emergency; Brake system locked up at same time; Advanced Trac and Traction Control lights had been intermittent prior to failure; Airbags failed to deploy during impact
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No manufacturer response noted. Case being investigated by insurance company.
Steering Failure Associated with Engine Stall
When the engine stalled on a mountain grade (due to unrelated engine issues), the steering box failed to function. Even with manual force on the wheel, steering was extremely difficult. Engine failure may have contributed to loss of electric power steering assist.
When: Occurred during engine stall event on a mountain grade at approximately 15:45; exact mileage not stated.
Symptoms owners cite: Steering box failure coinciding with engine stall; Extremely difficult steering even with manual effort; Engine stalled; battery, oil, and engine warning lights illuminated
Repairs/costs cited: No steering repair noted; engine diagnosed with piston failure attributed to owner's supercharger modification.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Ford called owner regarding engine failure due to modification; no mention of steering issue response.
Synthesized from 21 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
Tamara recall, the traction light come on and off the power steering failure light come on and makes a screeching noise, and the power steering gets extremely stiff in turns like it's about to lock up. The car only has 44,000 miles. All this happened while on a city street when turning. It's the electric power steering/ rack and pinion. There are a lot of post on youtube as well.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Ford mustang. While driving 40 MPH, the steering wheel inadvertently maneuvered to the right and left. The contact had to manually steer the vehicle straight again. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to sam pack's five star Ford lewisville (1144 n stemmons fwy, lewisville, tx 75067, (469) 470-4900) for diagnostic testing, but the…
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Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2014 Ford Mustang?
It's a meaningful issue. 21 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $700.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Across the 18 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most steering failures cluster between 10,000 and 57,065 miles, with the median around 40,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 10,000; a quarter make it past 57,065. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering 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 steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Ford/Mustang.
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