1980 Ford Mustang Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

No safety recalls on file

The 1980 Ford Mustang has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire, 2 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (3 reports).

0Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1980 Ford Mustang recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 1980 Ford Mustang.

Most common 1980 Ford Mustang problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Visibility1
Seat Belts1

What owners report

1998-03-24, Steering
TILT WHEEL ASSEMBLY BROKEN GIMBLE RING AND POT METAL BRACKET.
1998-02-05, Visibility
SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY LATCH BROKE, CAUSING EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE INTERIOR OF VEHICLE DUE TO LEAKAGE.
1997-05-27, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
REAR BRAKES LOCKED UP, CAUSING ACCIDENT/INJURIES.
1996-06-13, Steering
DRIVING VEHICLE, NOTICED A PLUME OF SMOKE & BAD SMELL COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN & REAR OF VEHICLE, FIRE HAD BURNED THRU THE REAR SEAT FROM MUFFLER AREA, *AK

1980 Ford Mustang questions

Does the 1980 Ford Mustang have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1980 Ford Mustang at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 1980 Ford Mustang?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (3), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (3), Visibility (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1980 Ford Mustang has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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