CarRecallWatchThe 2010 Ford Mustang has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 261 complaints with NHTSA, including 13 crashes, 2 fires, 11 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (180 reports).
2010 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 shards
This recall covers certain 2010-2014 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, including Edge, Fusion, Mustang, Ranger, MKX, MKZ, Zephyr and Milan models, depending on model year and where the vehicle was sold or registered.
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 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 2010 Ford Mustang problems
Problem areas named in the 261 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 180 |
| Structure | 17 |
| Power Train | 14 |
| Electrical System | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 8 |
| Engine | 8 |
| Unknown Or Other | 7 |
| Suspension | 5 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
What owners report
The radio is constantly draining the battery with no way to prevent this. This leaves me to constantly have to replace the battery due to being damaged.
The car make a ticking noise when you turn the air or heat on itâs been going on 3 years now
Airbag deployed while stopped in traffic on the 91 east freeway.
I was on my way to go do a clients hair on dec 1 2022 I was tragically hit by the airbag at a 2,000 force pressure My left side of my jaw is in pain As well as my skull I also have a condition on my chest musculoskeletal
When vehicle is placed in park while on, vehicle rolls forward . Put vehicle in park on the side of the road to answer a phone call. Was pulled up behind another vehicle and car rolled forward, and rear ended vehicle in front of me. The police were notified but no citation was given Another time vehicle was in park and running and ran over somebodies foot. very unacceptable
2010 Ford Mustang questions
Does the 2010 Ford Mustang have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2010 Ford Mustang: Front Air Bag Inflator Can Explode and Send Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal shards; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; 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 2010 Ford Mustang?
Based on 261 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (180), Structure (17), Power Train (14).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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.