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1997 FORD MUSTANG in Largo, MD
I have been having a problem with my 1997 ford mustang. this is a problem that has gotten progressively worse over the past few years. at first, when starting my car, the engine would turn over yet the car would immediately die. after a ...read more / reply »
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Cameron, NC
1997 ford mustang passenger side seat belt will not retract, drivers side retracts about 98% of the time, 2% of the time, its rendered useless like the passenger side. ford notified, was told it was "owner error". i don't think so.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Sebastopol, CA
Tie rod failing 1997 ford mustang, vin #1falp4041vf157758, mileage to date 70,000.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Lexington, KY
Seat belts on driver's side failed about 2 years ago and were replace dwith one from junk yard. now the one on the passenger side is locked up (belt won't extend). this is on a 1997 ford mustang v-6.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Cameron, NC
Excessive rattling..rough idle..while engine is running..a slight "humming" can be heard over the dual exhaust..nothing major has happened as of yet.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Hayward, CA
The paint on top and on the driver's side and the passenger's started to peel off like ao months ago.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Kings Park, NY
1. gas leaked badly from the top of gas tank when the tank is full at the gas station. . tank can explode if there is any spark and subsequently the whole car. very dangerous suitation for the driver and any passenger in the car. may c...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Ridgecrest, AR
The rubber seal between the fuel filler pipe and the fuel tank split causing fuel to leak out onto the ground. this could cause a fire or an environmental spill.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Wise, VA
The paint on the rear trunk hatch is falling off. and in some other areas. it's not because of any accident or wear an tear. it all seems to be cause of either cheap paint or after the car was painted it was baked to long or dried in the su...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Irvine, CA
The cruise control self activated which caused the vehicle to speed up and as a result the driver lost control of the vehicle. during this incident the brakes did not work. the driver was not injured. the vehicle was totaled.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Riverview, FL
The consumer took vehicle into be inspected, and mechanic noticed that the plastic intake manifold cracked, causing fluid to leak onto the engine.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Turlock, CA
Consumer was having a problem with intake manifold that was made of plastic. he had to have it replaced with the retro fit manifold which was aluminum and plastic. consumer found a recall on the internet dealing with intake manifold, ...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Ridgecrest, CA
Head gaskets blown causing the upper radiator hose to swell and rub the air conditioning compressor clutch. the hole in the hose caused all the coolant to leak out and causing a misfire in the engine. the head gaskets were blown on three ...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Collinston, LA
The color of this mustang is white. around may or june 2000, the paint began to peel off the roof of the car. almost immediately, the exposed metal began to rust. i consulted the dealer about it, but they wanted to charge me to paint the...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Maitland, FL
Both front seat belts are jammed and will not retract. i have always had this problem with both belts, but have always managed to have them retract back. now both belts are sitting in the front seats as both belts are too short to fasten wh...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Chrisney, IN
While driving at 65 mph the vehicle started over heating. consumer had vehicle serviced by a mechaninc who informed him that the the head gasket had blown and leaked water into the engine. the mechanic also indicated that this is a very co...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Brooklyn, NY
There is a strong fuel smell in the cab of vehicle states' consumer. catalytic converter has been changed twice. problem with smell still exist. please describe further. ts
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Castro Valley, CA
This car has a salvage title, which i later found was due to a trunk fire. i bought the car and later followed up on research about salvage titles finding out that the gas tank is in a bad location and that mustang's when hit on impact have...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Windsor Mill, MD
Ford experimented with a composite intake manifold. the intake manifold cracked and catastrophically failed due to this new material. ford knows about this problem and has a secret recall on it: 01m02. other drivers have had accidents f...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Hillsboro, OR
Driver's side shoulder belt is fraying with belt extended, not able to retract back through sleeve. please describe details.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Spring Hill, FL
Consumer noticed water leaking from vehicle. dealer stated plastic intake manifold had cracked, and needed to be replaced.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Hiram, GA
Consumer received 00v34900, regarding the emergency parking brake. consumer took the vehicle for recall repairs and dealer confirmed that the problem had been corrected. while vehicle was parked on the driveway, which has a slight incline...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Huntington Beach, CA
Seatbelts on both sides will not retract. passenger's side seatbelt completely is inoperable. dealer contacted.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Hiram, GA
Vehicle rolled back while parked, emergency brake was applied. park brake recall 00v349000 repairs were done in december of 2000.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Studio City, CA
Vehicle rolled and hit another vehicle, while parked in first gear with parking brake up as per owners manual, possibly parking brake failure or transmission failure.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Studio City, CA
Vehicle rolled and hit another vehicle, while parked in first gear with parking brake up as per owners manual, possibly parking brake failure or transmission failure.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in San Jose, CA
Heater core is leaking fluid causing the front windshield to fog up. consumer stated that the vehicle had four heater core failures in two year.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Gastonia, NC
Engine is leaking radiator fluid, caused by a crack, heater is taking longer to get warm. dealer stated that oil may cause engine to lock up. vehicle was diagnosed by the service techniciian at dealer. . consumer stated radiator fluid is ...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Fresno, CA
While driving, vehicle began to overheat, the engine cooling fan caught on fire and exploded. consumer purchased a new cooling fan but the vehicle continues to overheat and smoke. the service manager explained that the bearings had seized ...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Houston, TX
Timing cover gasket leaking may lead to head gasket problem..
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Petersburg, MI
Intake manifold cracked and is leaking anti-freeze . consumer states vehicle may catch on fire. please provide any further information.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Sugar Hill, GA
Car will pull from side to side under light braking if the road is rough. must fight with the steering wheel to keep car straight under braking. also, the car will also wander the road if it is uneven or rough. again the driver must figh...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Sugar Hill, GA
Clutch pedal will rattle at specific low speeds.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Mission Viejo, CA
Subject: 1997 ford mustang gt, vehicle id 1falp42x5vf110479. no safety defect.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Grouton, CT
Air bag light illuminates, indicating a malfunctioned within system , cause unknown. please give any further details.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Studio City, CA
Vehicle rolled and hit another vehicle, while parked in first gear with parking brake up as per owners manual, possibly parking brake failure or transmission failure.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Studio City, CA
Vehicle rolled and hit another vehicle, while parked in first gear with parking brake up as per owners manual, possibly parking brake failure or transmission failure.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Studio City, CA
Vehicle rolled and hit another vehicle, while parked in first gear with parking brake up as per owners manual, possibly parking brake failure or transmission failure.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Studio City, CA
Vehicle rolled and hit another vehicle, while parked in first gear with parking brake up as per owners manual, possibly parking brake failure or transmission failure.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Studio City, CA
With parking brake in 1st and emergency brake up, car rolled into another car. i have had the car checked before at a ford service dealership center and was told it was fine.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Ringgold, GA
Automatic transmission is at times unable to shift out of park into a drive gear, this renders vehicle useless until the gear shift is moveable. yes the brake pedal is depressed.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Ringgold, GA
Parking brake does not always engage- manual cars were recalled but not automatics.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Rock Island, IL
A vibration occurs when upshifting. at first it occurred only at 43 mph; however, it now occurs around 30 mph as well and has become more pronouced particularly at the 43 mph shift point. the automatic transmission fluid is at normal full...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Colonial Height, VA
After driving about 40 mph then stopping found out that steam and engine coolant was coming out. towed vehicle to a near shop, they noticed that intake manifold had split. please provide more information.
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Grand Bay, AL
This car was bought with an extended warranty which never honored by the dealer. ford replaced (fired) the general manager of this dealership for dishonest practices. the car was purchased 5/97 with 13001 miles on it we picked up the exte...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Grand Bay, AL
This car was bought with an extended warranty which never honored by the dealer. ford replaced (fired) the general manager of this dealership for dishonest practices. the car was purchased 5/97 with 13001 miles on it we picked up the exte...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in San Jose, CA
In 1999 at 37,000 miles the driver's side seat belt retractor failed. recently at just under 50,000 miles the passenger seat belt retractor failed. the car was brought to the dealer, capitol ford at 50,471 miles. the dealer stated that beca...
1997 FORD MUSTANG in Los Anangeles, CA
Rear right sway bar broke while driving at 30 mph. dealer was notified, and unwilling to assist in this matter. feel free to provide any further information. the consumer feels the part was defective and is requesting reimbursement. nlm
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