2014 Ford Mustang: stuck in gear or won't shift

6 of the 359 complaints about the 2014 Ford Mustang describe stuck in gear or won't shift.

owner complaints: 6
of this car's complaints: 2%
typical mileage: 70,000
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 11 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Stuck in gear or won't shift by model year

2021
1
2020
1
2018
6
2017
4
2016
4
2015
13
2014
6
2013
9
2012
32
2011
34
2010
1
2009
1
2008
4
2007
3
2006
6
2005
8
2001
1
2000
2
1999
2
1997
1
1996
2
1995
3
1994
2
1992
1

What owners say

Filed Feb 13, 2025 · Brakes, Transmission · 140,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving approximately 80 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted from fifth gear to first gear, causing the vehicle to abruptly decelerate. After turning off and restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated but in LIMP Mode. The vehicle was taken to the local service center who diagnosed that the wheel speed sensor and lead frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Sep 6, 2023 · Transmission · CA

Was driving my vehicle on the freeway traveling about 70 miles per hour when the vehicle suddenly shifted into first gear. I was able to maintain control and the vehicle shifted back to sixth gear. Issue occurred again within 5 minutes of the first incident and then the vehicle went into "Limp Mode". I was able to drive the vehicle home under this condition. Vehicle check engine light turned on and the code P0720, which is the Output Speed Sensor Circuit. This is the same issue that occurred on 2011-2013 F-150 and Mustang vehicles that currently have a recall for this (Safety Recall 19S07). The same transmissions (6R80) are used in both vehicles, as well as the Powertrain Control Modules, but my vehicle's VIN did not fall under this recall. This is a very dangerous issue that could lead to a deadly accident.

Filed Apr 28, 2021 · Transmission · 1,000 miles · SD

Purchased car new in 2014 and noticed vibration in transmission upon deceleration. I was informed by the dealer that this was a known issue but it was not going to cause and long term issues, after the warranty had expired I started experiencing shifting issues intermitently, I have contacted the dealer on several occasions as this has progessivley gotten worse to check for known issues or if they were going to do anything about it. Now with 85000 miles the car is virtually undriveable and wont shift into second gear and still has the vibration. Ford customer service says there is nothing they can do and still says they do not know of any issues with this transmission even though there has been a class action suit started.

Filed Oct 28, 2019 · Acceleration, Engine · 70,000 miles · FL

I was driving my vehicle on the highway (I-4) on my way to work on 10/24/2019, I was going about 65 MPH and suddenly the vehicle decreased speed to about 35 -40 MPH, on the instrument panel the wrench light or symbol came on, I was almost rear ended and hit by 2 vehicles traveling at normal speed. As I pressed on the gas pedal the car would not pick up speed, I believe this is called "limp mode'. I was luckily able to avoid the accident by pulling off to the side of the highway. I shut the vehicle off, since I was not sure if it could also be a fire hazard. Waited a few minutes and looked up the issue on the internet. I turned the vehicle back on and it was as if nothing had ever happened. I was able to get back on the road and I thought maybe it was just a malfunction. I was very scared but drove into work with no idling issues. Saturday 10/26/2019 I was on my way to the grocery store and it happened again, near my house on a residential road. I was going about 35-40 and all of the sudden the vehicle once again slowed down, this time to about 10-15 MPH. Once again, I was almost rear ended, I was able to pull onto the side of the road, this time I called a tow truck. I waited a few hours and nothing. I shut the vehicle off and drove home, about half a mile. Once again the dashboard clear and car drove off with no issue. Car was taken to dealership on 10/26/2019. It is currently being looked at but I do not feel safe driving this vehicle.

Filed Aug 19, 2017 · Engine, Fuel system · 75,000 miles · TX

Limp mode- my mustang about a few months ago when in to limp mode. I was driving down the highway at around 70 when I lost all power to my car and the wrench light came on. I was able to get off the freeway and shut my car down for about 5 minutes. After my car started and I went on my way. I did some research and found it could be the etb (electrical throttle body) it has been find until this weekend. Today I had to reset my vehicle 6 times during a few hour running around. The last time my vehicle just threw a code. I do not want to drive it because I am afraid that I might cause more damage then what it could. Ford said unless it is a full recall I would have to pay for it. I have found other tps and a law sue about this for all years but mine. The part is about 350-450 plus labor.

Filed Nov 1, 2014 · Transmission · 6,700 miles · LA

Stopped vehicle in parking lot after traveling approximately 10 miles. Placed the car in park for about 10 minutes, then attempted to put in reverse. Shifter was stuck in park. Had to have towed to dealership.