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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1FA6P8CF6H5238993 · Checked Sep 1, 2026
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1FA6P8CF6H5•••••• 2017 Ford MUSTANG

This build draws 1.9× more complaints than the average 2017 Ford MUSTANG build (7 vs 4).

7on this build
253on the model
68builds in total
Most reported Steering 2 Power Train 2 Wheels 1 Engine 1

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Service Brakes May 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Mustang. The contact stated the brake pedal stop bumper had disintegrated and the rear brake lights remained illuminated continuously while driving. The contact stated that the Push-to-Start feature activated without depressing the brake pedal. The…
Power Train Jun 2020
Clutch failed in 3rd gear while traveling down a four lane street. Car stalled in traffic and would not restart. Almost caused an accident with driver following vehicle due to sudden stall. Car would not restart due to being stuck in gear. Recently received service at two ford…
Unknown Or Other Mar 2020
Air conditioning failure
Seat Belts Oct 2019
I went to dealership to make maintenance for my car after I took the car I found that they took my seatbelt base and I cant use the seatbelt at all and they promise to call me , and they escape me and I feel non safety without it
Engine Nov 2018
My vehicle, manufactured june 2016, is having an oil leak from the engine cooler hose. My specific VIN was not recalled but this issue started last week and falls under both model year and manufactur dates for this recall ford # (16s40). This occurs after vehicle operation on…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1FA6P8CF6H5238993 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.