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2014 Ford MUSTANG

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2014 Ford MUSTANG has 424 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.4x the segment average of 296. The most common issue is air bags problems (58% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford mustang. the contact stated that while traveling approximately 70 mph, the contact crashed into another vehicle. upon impact, the air bags failed to deploy. there were no injuries. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted about th. There are 4 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.

1 fire report 36 crash reports 26 injuries

424

Total Complaints

4

Recalls Issued

/5

Safety Stars

1.4x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

AIR BAGS

246 complaints
58%
  • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED ABOUT TH
  • I WAS T BONED IN THE PASSENGER DOOR THE KID THAT HIT WAS PROBABLY TRAVELING AT ABOUT 55 .. Y CAR WAS TOTALED AND NOT ONE AIR BAG DEPLOYED . THE LIGHT IS ON LIKE THEY DID BUT NOT ONE CAME OUT. *TR
  • THE CAR WAS MAKING A DRY PASS BY AT A DRAG STRIP (NON RACING) WHILE DRIVING THE CAR IGNITION CUT OFF, CAUSING A LOSS OF CONTROL. CAR HIT REAR QUARTER PANEL AND THEN HIT THE FRONT TIRE AND SUSPENSION RIPPING THE FRONT BUMPER OFF. DRIVER WAS INJURED BUT NOT BAD. HAD CAR TOWED TO A FORD DEALER, WHERE W
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 1 fire reports💥 26 crashes

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED ABOUT TH

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2014 Ford MUSTANG

Based on 201 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 23K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage
0-30K
110
30-60K
44
60-100K
35
100-150K
10
150-200K
2
200K+
0

AIR BAGS

In line with typicalmedian 24K mi · 57 reports
0-30K
34
30-60K
13
60-100K
6
100-150K
4
150-200K
0
200K+
0

TRANSMISSION

In line with typicalmedian 16K mi · 22 reports
0-30K
14
30-60K
4
60-100K
2
100-150K
1
150-200K
1
200K+
0

STEERING

In line with typicalmedian 39K mi · 18 reports
0-30K
8
30-60K
6
60-100K
4
100-150K
0
150-200K
0
200K+
0

ENGINE

In line with typicalmedian 10K mi · 17 reports
0-30K
11
30-60K
2
60-100K
4
100-150K
0
150-200K
0
200K+
0

BODY/STRUCTURE

In line with typicalmedian 19K mi · 14 reports
0-30K
8
30-60K
5
60-100K
0
100-150K
1
150-200K
0
200K+
0

BRAKES

In line with typicalmedian 8K mi · 11 reports
0-30K
6
30-60K
0
60-100K
4
100-150K
1
150-200K
0
200K+
0

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (4)

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE07/01/2019

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Ford is recalling certain 2011 Ford Ranger and Mercury Milan vehicles, 2011-2012 Ford Fusion and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles and 2011-2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Ford is also recalling certain 2010 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2010-2011 Ford Ranger and Mercury Milan vehicles, 2010-2012 Ford Fusion and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, and 2010-2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp 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 passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall 19S01.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2014 Ford MUSTANG

Live EIA prices
Per year
$2,401
Per month
$200
Per mile
20.0¢
MPG
20
City driving (worst-case MPG)
$3,201/yr
Highway driving (best-case MPG)
$1,600/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today
Current
$4.00
5-year low
$2.78
5-year high
$5.01
Since 2021
+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2014 Ford MUSTANG

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.
Full coverage / year
$2,387
Full coverage / month
$199
Liability only / year
$794
vs US avg
+43%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (coupe-muscle)1.55x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating1.00x
× vehicle age0.92x
= Full coverage estimate$2387

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Ford MUSTANG Service Intervals

Oil change
8K mi / 12 mo
Tire rotation
8K mi
Brake fluid
36 months
Transmission fluid
30K mi
Engine coolant
100K mi
Spark plugs
100K mi
Cabin air filter
20K mi
Engine air filter
30K mi
Differential (AWD/4WD)
30K mi

IOLM (Intelligent Oil Life Monitor) may signal earlier. Older 5.4L Triton engines have specific service needs — check the manual.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Ford New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)
3 yr / 36K mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60K mi
Hybrid/EV battery
8 yr / 100K mi
Corrosion (rust perforation)
5 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Ford. If you're buying a used 2014 MUSTANG, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Ford dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)
$500
TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)
$500
STEERING(~50K mi)
$500
ENGINE(~50K mi)
$500
OTHER(~50K mi)
$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 424 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

  • AIR BAGS: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED ABOUT TH

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • TRANSMISSION: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED WITH THE VEHICLE ENGAGED IN THE ACCESSORY MODE, SHE WAS ABLE TO MOVE THE GEAR SHIFTER INTO REVERSE, CAUSING HER TO CRASH INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO APPLY THE BRAKES BUT THEY DID NOT RESPOND. THE CONTA

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • STEERING: I WAS DRIVING A 2014 FORD MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE FROM THE LONG BEACH AIRPORT (RENTAL) AND LOST STEERING ON THE FREEWAY AT ABOUT 60 MPH. I WAS IN THE FAR RIGHT LANE AND AS I APPROACHED FULL SPEED, THE CAR BEGAN TO VEER INTO THE LANE TO THE LEFT OF ME. AS I TRIED TO CORRECT, THERE WAS A DELAYED RESPONSE

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ENGINE: WHILE DRIVING THE MUSTANG (WHICH IS A MANUAL TRANSMISSION) I NOTICED THAT THE SPEED OF THE CAR DOESN'T DECELERATE WHEN I TAKE MY FOOT OFF THE GAS PEDAL. THE CAR IS GIVEN GAS (MORE THAN AN IDLE AMOUNT) WHEN I DO NOT DEPRESS THE GAS PEDAL. IT HAPPENS IN ALL 6 GEARS BUT IT'S MOST NOTICEABLE WHEN IN FIR

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • RECALLS: Verify all 4 recalls have been completed — free at any Ford dealer
  • General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
424
Recalls
4
Fire reports
1
Crash reports
36
Injury reports
26
Segment avg
296

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