Ford Mustang 1985

Model Mustang made in 1985 by Ford got 22 consumer complains, 4 investigations there are 3 recalls as well as 21 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. The car had some investigations: electrical system, equipment and seat belts. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, seat belts and service brakes, hydraulic. The car has 3 modeles with engines 2.3l, 3.8l and 5.0l.

Model 1985

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 2.3L) 4Automatic, 3 gearsRWD21/25/2324/32/27Regular$ 816384 829
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 4 gearsRWD23/29/2626/38/30Regular$ 722384 830
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 5 gearsRWD19/26/2121/33/25Regular$ 892384 920
( 3.8L) 6Lockup/automatic, 3 gearsRWD19/22/2021/28/24Regular$ 938384 820
( 5.0L) 8Manual, 5 gearsRWD16/24/1918/31/22Regular$ 98638410 8
( 5.0L) 8Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD16/24/1918/30/22Regular$ 986384 815
( 2.3L) 4Automatic, 3 gearsRWD21/24/2223/31/26Regular$ 853384 820
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 4 gearsRWD23/29/2526/37/30Regular$ 750384 831
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 5 gearsRWD19/26/2221/34/25Regular$ 853384 920
( 3.8L) 6Lockup/automatic, 3 gearsRWD19/23/2021/29/24Regular$ 938384 821
( 5.0L) 8Manual, 5 gearsRWD16/24/1918/31/22Regular$ 986384 830
( 5.0L) 8Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD16/24/1918/30/22Regular$ 986384 815

Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
07E064000FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION E (Equipment)3400010/15/2007MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY08/27/200708/24/2007
Defect SummaryCertain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.
Consequence SummaryA leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.
Corrective SummaryFederal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall began on october 15, 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket carter, napa, accuflow, tru flow, parts master, and parts depot brand fuel pumps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed motor vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
92V063000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 09/01/1983 to 08/01/1985V (Vehicle)30600009/29/1992ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY04/29/199204/29/1992
Defect SummaryThe plastic sleeve in the front safety belt tongue assembly which retains the lock bar can deteriorate from prolonged exposure to sunlight and become displaced, causing the tongue to detach from the safety belt webbing.
Consequence SummaryIf the tongue detaches from the safety belt webbing, thesafety belt would not attach to itself, resulting in increased risk of injuryto the seat occupant in the event of a sudden stop or vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryFord will repair the safety belts experiencing this condition regardless of vehicle age or condition.
NotesSystem: safety belts.vehicle description: passenger cars.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM
85V068000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 04/01/1985 to 04/01/1985V (Vehicle)14008MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY05/21/198505/31/1985
Defect SummaryBrake booster rear shells may have reduced wall thicknesses which could cause the shell to break. consequence of defect: repeated brake use could cause the shell to crack and the booster assembly to come apart. service brakes capability would be totally lost without warning and could result in an accident.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryInspect and if necessary replace the power brake booster assembly.
NotesVehicle description: passenger cars equipped with 3.8 or 5.0 liter engines andtandem power brake boosters.vehicles equipped with police or taxi package option are not affected.system: power brake boosters.

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
9922210/18/19996089681Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt02/11/2000
9624611/18/199650905Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw06/17/1997
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
987404/13/1998601343A new silicone gasket and sealant. *yc07/24/1998
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
986403/30/1998601312Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt07/21/1998
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER
9919609/20/19996090087Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt03/08/2000
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
9915207/26/1999608431Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt01/05/2001
001501/10/2000612203Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs06/06/2000
9811201/19/1998605573Subject regarding a new service center support that uses a thrust bearing (#3 and #4) in place of thrust washers has been released. *tt07/12/1999
988804/27/1998601238Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc07/10/1998
9751103/03/199751945Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd07/17/1997
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES
00231011/13/2000616522Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt03/05/2001
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER
96261212/16/199650997Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw06/17/1997
9624911/18/199650908Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw06/17/1997
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
9521210/01/199546478The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake system. if petroleum-based grease is used to lubricate any par04/25/1996
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC
985A1303/18/1998601012The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc06/17/1998
BC285095040104/01/19953010500Unknown11/01/1995
956203/01/199539900Roughness concern during brake application. *tw11/01/1995
TIRES
985204/13/1998601290Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc07/17/1998
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
0115708/06/2001623988Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc10/31/2001
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE
0115608/06/2001623944Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc10/31/2001
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD
9622110/21/199650940Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw06/17/1997

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PE87028FORD MOTOR COMPANY05/01/198701/21/1988STALLING
 There is no summary currently available
EQUIPMENT
PE89118FORD MOTOR COMPANY04/19/198909/06/1989SPEED CONTROL MALFUNCTION
 There is no summary currently available
SEAT BELTS
EA91003FORD MOTOR COMPANY10/29/199004/30/1992SAFETY BELT TONGUE BREAKS92V063000
 There is no summary currently available
SEATS
EA86010FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/26/198607/28/1989SEATBACK FAILURE86V082000
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
10/01/19921
 Battery failed three times.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH
 The vehicle caught on fire from the ignition switch. *ak
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD
03/20/1996
 Parked vehicle in driveway, underhood fire ignited; all wires melted down; according to fire dept, could be caused be electrical short. *ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
 Multiple clutch failures, transmission and engine malfunctions, and then crankshaft broke at 160,000 miles.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
 Multiple clutch failures, transmission and engine malfunctions, and then crankshaft broke at 160,000 miles.
03/23/1996
 The vehicle was parked and the vehicle caught fire (engine comparment fire). *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM
10/01/19921
 Car stalls intermittently, due to failed carburetor. *dsh
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
02/22/1995
 Underhood fire caused by poor clamping of fuel line to the fuel filter. please explain. tt
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
10/01/19951
 Distributor replaced six times.
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
01/30/20091000001
 Fuel pump intermittently works. sometimes i hear it kick in and sometimes it doesn't, like today after work. i replaced the fuel pump in 2004 and the fuel filter to the tune of $550.00. i was not given the old parts. i am worried i may have to get it done again tomorrow. i think the first repair shop robbed me. they charged me 189.59 for the pump and 16.48 for the filter. the consequence of the failure is cab fares, bumming rides and the mental anguish of whether or not it will start. i am female and worried about it. *tr
INTERIOR LIGHTING
10/01/19921
 Dome light shorted out six times.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH
07/10/1995
 Driver's side door is difficult to open . *ak
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
10/26/19956
 Vehicle was parked/keys were removed vehicle then rolled out into the main traffic, causing vehicle to be struck by a van. *sd
POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
 Multiple clutch failures, transmission and engine malfunctions, and then crankshaft broke at 160,000 miles.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT
04/02/20035000007/31/2002
 I took my car to the dealer to check on campaign # 92v063000. he said he couldn't help because my vin # didn't come up. *nlm
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
08/27/2003400002
 Seat belt was recalled in 1992. the problem was repaired, and the recall letter stated that repairs were for the life of the vehicle. currently, seat belts were not latching properly, and the manufacturer would not repair the problem free of charge.*ak
 Consumer receive a recall # 92v063000 took car to be repair dealer refuse to fix the seat belt because there was the peice in the buckle . tt
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR
10/01/19921
 Seat belt retractors fail.
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
 After auto was driven for about 10 minutes smelled smoke and saw it, pulled to side of road and it was flames in the steering column. *ak
SUSPENSION - REAR
01/01/20051
 The vehicle had rear suspension problems. *nm the consumer experienced an accident when the roadway was damp. the rear of the vehicle slid making the consumer lose control of the vehicle and hit a tree. *sc *jb
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
09/24/19954
 Engine surged. *dsh
VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR
12/01/19941
 Rear window shattered after rear defroster was on for 5 minutes. *skd

Car dealers selling

StateCityZipNamePhone
TXSAN ANTONIO78238GILLESPIE FORD800-345-FORD

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