CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Ford Mustang has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 181 complaints with NHTSA, including 17 crashes, 2 fires, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (136 reports).
2009 Ford Mustang recalls
Front Air Bag Inflator Can Explode and Send Metal Fragments
Some front air bag inflators used as replacement service parts may rupture when the air bag deploys.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can degrade over time after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature cycling.
Passenger air bag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants
The passenger frontal air bag inflator in these vehicles can rupture in a crash that deploys the air bag.
Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can rupture in a crash that deploys the front airbags.
Driver airbag inflator may rupture in a crash
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in certain Ford Mustang and GT vehicles may be affected by moisture over time.
Most common 2009 Ford Mustang problems
Problem areas named in the 181 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 136 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 |
| Structure | 7 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Suspension | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
What owners report
The clutch/flywheel/ and or other components of the drive train/engine/transmission connection are faulty and are known to fail for the 2007-2009 Shelby Ford Mustang GT 500 as documented in the numerous Ford Technical Service Bullitens (TSB). This vehicle is available for inspection upon request. Late this summer (2023), I was driving this vehicle with my kids in the car and attempting to merge on the entry ramp for the expressway. I experienced a sudden loss of acceleration and the RPMs immediately "redlined". I had to pull over to the shoulder of the expressway so I would not be rear-ended. I researched this issue and found hundreds of posts on Mustang forums documenting this known is
The contact owns a 2009 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V319000 (Air Bags) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted.
The contact owned a 2009 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V081000 (Air Bags) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list as he no longer owns the vehicle. The local dealer and the manufacturer were contacted. The VIN was unavailable.
AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON
WHEN IT RAINS, WATER IS LEAKING UNDER THE WINDSHIELD INTO THE DUCT WORK AND ONTO THE PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR. HEAVY RAINS HAVE CAUSED AS MUCH AS 5 INCHES OF WATER TO LAY ON PASSENGER FLOOR. THIS PROBLEM HAS CAUSED THE SMART JUNCTION BOX TO MALFUNCTION AND CAR IS NOT DRIVABLE. I NOW HAVE TO PURCHASE A NEW BOX AND HAVE IT PROGRAMMED, WHICH IS VERY EXPENSIVE. I HAVE READ ARTICLES ABOUT THIS HAPPENING TO OTHER 2009 MUSTANGS. FORD HAS NO RECALL ON THIS ISSUE. NOT ONLY IS IT EXPENSIVE TO FIX, IT ALSO IS A SAFETY CONCERN BECAUSE IT CAN CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL FIRE TO IGNITE WITHIN THE CAR. THIS ISSUE HAPPENS WHEN THE CAR IS IN MOTION AND STATIONARY.
2009 Ford Mustang questions
Does the 2009 Ford Mustang have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2009 Ford Mustang: Front Air Bag Inflator Can Explode and Send Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger air bag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants; Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments; Driver airbag inflator may rupture in a crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ford Mustang?
Based on 181 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (136), Vehicle Speed Control (22), Structure (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Ford Mustang has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.