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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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1FAFP4042YF••••••2000 Ford MUSTANG
This build draws 2.6× more complaints than the average 2000 Ford MUSTANG build (11 vs 4).
11on this build
235on the model
56builds in total
Most reportedSeat Belts 4Electrical System 2Structure 2Power Train 2
What owners of this build wrote
Seat BeltsDec 2009
The passenger side seatbelts in my 2000 ford mustang will not retract or pull out. I believe ford had a recall on this issue for the 2000 mustang but say that mine was not included
Power TrainMar 2009
Hard to shift into first gear of neutral from a stopped position on the v6 manual transmission on the 2000 ford mustang, also paint is bubbling and cracking on roof in multiple spots, have seen same problem with paint posted for all models ford from 2000-20005
Engine And Engine CoolingDec 2005
I have a 2000 ford 3.8 liter mustang. It has a vibration and covert ford says its needs new motor. I bought this car new, took great care of motor, it just turned 70,000 miles. Covert says it has excessive end play on the crankshaft due to wear. I think I have an american-made…
Unknown Or OtherNov 2002
When coming off clutch consumer pressed the gas pedal, pedal felt stiff and consumer was not able to move quick enough. Cause is unknown. Consumer has been stuck in traffic as a result. Please provide any further information. Ts
Electrical SystemOct 1999
I purchased this vehicle 10/7/99 and have been taking it in for service since 10/12/99 the dealership has not fixed any of the problems w/the car, in fact my car keeps getting worse. The roof its self leaks and while removing the headliner the dealership caused dents and creases…
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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 1FAFP4042YF256431 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.