How many engine complaints does the 2014 Ford Mustang have?

NHTSA lists 24 engine complaints for the 2014 Mustang, which is 7% of the 359 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Ford Mustang engine?

No related recall is listed for the engine problems reported on the 2014 Ford Mustang.

At what mileage do 2014 Mustang engine problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine issue is 13,000 miles.

What kind of engine problems do 2014 Mustang owners report?

Owners describe unwanted acceleration when lifting off the gas, exhaust odors entering the cabin, unusual ticking noises, and engine surging while braking.

Were there any crashes linked to 2014 Mustang engine complaints?

NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 1 injury associated with this engine problem area for the 2014 Mustang.

2014 Ford Mustang Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 24 engine complaints for the 2014 Ford Mustang, 7% of its 359 total complaints for the year. No related recall covers this engine issue. Median mileage at failure was 13,000 miles.

Engine complaints: 24; 7% of 359
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 13,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report unwanted acceleration or failure to decelerate when lifting off the gas, most noticeable in first or second gear on manual-transmission cars.
Some describe strong exhaust or unburned-fuel odors entering the cabin during hard acceleration or when climbing hills, even with windows closed.
One owner reported a ticking noise after about 15 minutes of driving that led to a full long-block replacement, followed by an erratically flashing check-engine light and unexpected revving.
Several drivers noticed the engine surging or fighting against braking while slowing down on flat roads at low RPM.
A jolt was felt while driving, with the motor pressing against the underbody guards, reported as a repeat occurrence.

When 2014 Ford Mustang engine complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 3, 2013, latest Sep 10, 2025.

24 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2013 to Sep 2025; peak Oct 2014 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2014 Ford Mustang

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Mustang model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201021 (8%)
201181 (17%)
201260 (13%)
201336 (13%)
201424 (7%)
201564 (15%)
201688 (23%)
201736 (14%)
201862 (32%)
201962 (42%)
202031 (26%)
202111 (20%)
20228 (16%)
20233 (20%)
202411 (14%)
20255 (29%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2014 Ford Mustang have?: NHTSA lists 24 engine complaints for the 2014 Mustang, which is 7% of the 359 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Ford Mustang engine?: No related recall is listed for the engine problems reported on the 2014 Ford Mustang.
At what mileage do 2014 Mustang engine problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine issue is 13,000 miles.
What kind of engine problems do 2014 Mustang owners report?: Owners describe unwanted acceleration when lifting off the gas, exhaust odors entering the cabin, unusual ticking noises, and engine surging while braking.
Were there any crashes linked to 2014 Mustang engine complaints?: NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 1 injury associated with this engine problem area for the 2014 Mustang.