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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1FALP45T9RF162146 · Checked Sep 5, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 4

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1FALP45T9RF•••••• 1994 Ford MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE

This build draws 2.3× more complaints than the average 1994 Ford MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE build (4 vs 2).

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14on the model
8builds in total
2involved a fire
Most reported Electrical System 1 Service Brakes 1 Hydraulic 1 Power Train 1

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Electrical System fire Nov 1995
Underdash wiring shorted out, resulting in a vehicle fire
Seats fire Mar 1995
Upon starting vehicle smoke filled passenger compartment and fire started under drivers seat. Tt
Steering Dec 2002
When backing up and turning the wheel in any direction the car makes a bumping sensation as well as squeaks. It feels as if most of the bumping is coming from the front passenger side axel or wheel area as well as the rear of the car and it will actually shift the car and alter…
Service Brakes May 1997
I have experienced two separate problems with my ford mustang gt. Both problems have been "repaired" while the vehilce was under warranty, however, I feel that the actions taken were only sufficient to carry the vehicle through the warranty period. The largest problem that I…

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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 1FALP45T9RF162146 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.