2010 FORD MUSTANG Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2010 Ford Mustang. This model year has 260 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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Worst 2010 Ford Mustang Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbag Malfunctions
Structural Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Ford Mustang. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 179 | 7 | 1 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 17 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 13 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 12 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 10 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 10 | 2 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Equipment | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2010 Ford Mustang. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 260 most recent complaints
The car make a ticking noise when you turn the air or heat on it’s 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 g…
FRONT SEAT BOLT BROKEN...
ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL HAVE QUIT WORKING...
I was simply going up a slight hill and the wrench light turned on I lost power she still accelerated but sluggish and changing gears was sluggish too. Turned it off at the house made sure my CAI was good and the light is off. I see tons upon tons of people complaining about the …
MY CAR IS AT THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT PLANET FORD IN SPRING, TX. I NOTICED A SMELL OF GASOLINE AND TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR INSPECTION WHEN I HAD THE PASSENGER AIRBAG RECALL DONE. I SPECIAL ORDERED THE VEHICLE IN THE SPRING OF 2009 THROUGH THEIR DEALERSHIP FROM FORD. THE VEHIC…
I GOT INTO A WRECK WITH A VEHICLE THAT PAST A STOP SIGN HITTING ME AT 120MPH. THE AIRBAG IN THE DRIVERS SEAT EXPLODED IMMEDIATELY. I HAD MY MUSTANG SERVICE IN GALVESTON FORD DEALERSHIP FOR MY AIRBAGS WITHIN A YEAR. LUCKILY I PUSHED MY SEAT BACK TO AVOID MAJOR INJURIES TO MY FACE.…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STOPPING AT A STOP SIGN, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED ACTIVATED THE PARKING BRAKE UP AND SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AN INDEPEND…
WATER POOLING BEHIND DRIVER SEAT ON FLOORBOARD. VERY STRONG CHEMICAL SMELL IN CAR. CONDENSATION INSIDE ALL WINDOWS EVERYDAY. CAR PARKED ON DRIVEWAY NEXT TO HOUSE. INITIALLY TAKEN TO DEALER ~1 YEAR AGO FOR ODOR (NO WATER YET). COULD NOT IDENTIFY PROBLEM, NOTHING DONE. TECHNICIAN D…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD MUSTANG. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE WRENCH ICON ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WENT INTO LIMP MODE. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED, BUT THE WARNING ICON REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNO…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATIONS FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V319000 (AIR BAGS) AND 19V001000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. AN UNKNOWN D…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD MUSTANG. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH ON A HIGHWAY, THE TRAFFIC BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN WHEN THEIR VEHICLE WAS IMPACTED ON THE REAR. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE AIR BAG AND TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT LATER SO…
TAKARA RECALL. THE KEY TURNS OVER WITH LIGHTS AND RADIO WORKING BUT THE ENGINE WILL NOT START. I'M NOT FOR SURE IF IT IS MY KEY, MY IGNITION, OR WHAT IT US.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD MUSTANG EQUIPPED WITH GOODYEAR EAGLE TIRES, SIZE: P215/60R17 (NA). SOON AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED, ALL THE TIRES WERE FOUND TO BE DRY ROTTED. THE TIRES ALSO BEGAN TO PEEL AND CRACK. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO HAVE THE TIRES REPAIRED. THEY VEHI…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V001000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. DANA FORD LINCOLN (LOCATED AT 266 WEST SERVICE ROAD, ST…
PARKED ON INCLINE ROLLED BACK INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH EMERGENCY BRAKE APPLIED. TOOK PICTURES. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER FAILED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WITHIN A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTAC…
IN DECEMBER 2018 MY CAR BEGAN TO MAKE CRUNCHING, SQUEAKING AND CHIRPING SOUNDS COMING FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION WHEN DRIVING SLOWLY OVER UNEVEN SURFACES, SMALL CRACKS IN ROAD, GOING SLOWLY OVER SPEED BUMPS OR UP DRIVEWAY RAMPS. THERE IS ALSO A NOTICEABLE SHIMMY IN THE STEERING …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2010 Ford Mustang.
Recalls for 2010 Ford Mustang
6 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2010 Ford Mustang. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2010 Ford Mustang — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2010 Ford Mustang reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2010 Ford Mustang has 260 NHTSA owner complaints, 13 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Airbag Malfunctions (179 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Ford Mustang?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (179 complaints). #2: Structural Problems (17 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (13 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2010 Ford Mustang?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2010 Ford Mustang?▾
The 2010 Ford Mustang has 13 crash-related complaints and 2 fire reports out of 260 total NHTSA complaints. 11 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2010 Ford Mustang have any recalls?▾
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2010 Ford Mustang. The largest issue: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2010 Ford Mustang?▾
The 2010 Ford Mustang has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Airbag Malfunctions issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Ford Mustang reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud. Full report just $4.99.