Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2007 Ford Mustang
The 2007 Ford Mustang is known for its performance, but potential buyers should be cautious due to numerous airbag recalls and multiple complaints about the structure and electrical systems. Ensure recent recall repairs were addressed before purchase.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2007 Ford Mustang has 9 NHTSA recall campaigns and 615 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #21E013000 Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V081000 Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V024000 Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V384000 Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V319000 Driver Side Frontal Air Bag May Rupture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09E025000 FMVSS 108/REPLACEMENT HEADLAMPS/AMBER REFLECTOR NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09E012000 FMVSS 108/AFTERMARKET COMBINATION LAMPS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08V082000 FMVSS 208/NECK INJURY REQUIREMENTS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06E089000 FRONT STRUT BRACKET SEPARATION NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Air Bags 348 complaints
- Structure 51 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 43 complaints
- Power Train 35 complaints
- Electrical System 33 complaints
- Tires 28 complaints
Of the 615 complaints on file, 46 report a crash and 5 a fire; across all 615 complaints, owners report 40 injuries and 1 death (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Airbag inflator may explode
How to check: Verify recall completion on airbag inflators.
Headlights lack amber reflectors
How to check: Inspect headlamps for proper amber reflectors.
Front strut bracket separation
How to check: Examine front struts for loose or detached brackets.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises.
Red flag: Loud knocking sounds
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check for warning lights on the dash.
Red flag: Persistent airbag light
- 03
Initial acceleration
What to check: Feel for smooth gear shifts.
Red flag: Jerking or hesitation
- 04
City driving
What to check: Test turn signals and lights functionality.
Red flag: Non-working or erratic signals
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Monitor for steady, powerful acceleration.
Red flag: Noticeable power loss or lag
- 06
Braking
What to check: Evaluate for smooth, firm braking.
Red flag: Grinding or extended braking distance
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the airbag recall been completed?
- Are there any electrical problems?
- Any suspension or strut issues?
- Is there a history of structural repairs?
- Any recent transmission service?
- Is the check engine light on now?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Title and registration
- Recall repair paperwork
- Service and maintenance records
- Previous inspection reports
- Accident history report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2007 Ford Mustang at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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