2014 Ford Mustang Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2014 Ford Mustang has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 359 complaints with NHTSA, including 30 crashes, 1 fire, 23 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (247 reports).

3Recalls
359Owner complaints
30Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2014 Ford Mustang recalls

Front Air Bag Inflator Can Explode and Send Metal Fragments

Recall 21V081Feb 16, 20211,067 vehicles affected

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

Recall 19V001Jan 7, 2019782,384 vehicles affected

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.

Driver airbag inflator may rupture in a crash

Recall 15V319May 28, 20151,018,622 vehicles affected

The driver's frontal airbag inflator in certain Ford Mustang and GT vehicles may be affected by moisture over time.

Most common 2014 Ford Mustang problems

Problem areas named in the 359 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags247
Power Train30
Steering22
Engine18
Structure17
Unknown Or Other15
Service Brakes13
Electrical System11
Vehicle Speed Control10
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)8

What owners report

2026-08-05, Steering
The contact’s brother owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. While the owner was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle drifted over to the left, crossed into the other lanes, drove into a ditch, and crashed into an object at the end of the ditch, causing the vehicle to become airborne. The vehicle landed in a nearby field and came to a complete stop. The contact stated that after several impacts, the air bags deployed. The contact stated that due to the impact, the driver was unable to state what had caused the vehicle to drift over to the left before crashing into the ditch. The driver received injuries to the lower body, L1 vertebrae, chest, and a fractured back. Medical attention was needed,
2026-08-04, Air Bags
I am reporting a safety hazard and a failure by Ford Motor Company to properly remedy the mandatory Takata Airbag Recall. Following the recall repair, a technician reassembly error left the airbag warning light permanently illuminated, meaning my Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) is completely disabled and will not deploy in a crash. I took the vehicle to Astro Ford in Mississippi for resolution. The Service Manager, Hunter Landry, attempted to reset the system three times and confirmed a permanent safety fault exists in the exact recall area. However, Ford’s proprietary dealership software is actively blocking the dealer from pulling the diagnostic codes or proceeding with the repair wi
2026-08-03, Power Train
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to a low gear. The check engine warning light illuminated and remained illuminated after the first failure. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road, restarted, and the contact continued driving. The contact stated that during the last failure, while attempting to restart the vehicle, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the residence, and a hand-held diagnostic machine retrieved DTC: P1500. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was
2026-04-08, Air Bags
My son was driving to school. He was not speeding or any type of reckless driving. He hit an ice patch. His car spun and flew thru the air. The airbag compartment opened but it was defective. All metal shards came flying out of it causing multiple lacerations. He also lost consciousness from the impact and I was told by hospital ER doctor the airbag was defective and he was suffering from a very serious concussion.
2025-09-10, Vehicle Speed Control
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied or while driving, the vehicle accelerated independently. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then was towed the following day to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the contact was unaware of the diagnostic result. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 175,000.

2014 Ford Mustang questions

Does the 2014 Ford Mustang have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2014 Ford Mustang: Front Air Bag Inflator Can Explode and Send Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal shards; 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 2014 Ford Mustang?

Based on 359 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (247), Power Train (30), Steering (22).

How do I check if a recall on my 2014 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.

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