CarRecallWatchThe 1985 Ford Mustang has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 4 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (4 reports).
1985 Ford Mustang recalls
Most common 1985 Ford Mustang problems
Problem areas named in the 16 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
What owners report
FUEL PUMP INTERMITTENTLY WORKS. SOMETIMES I HEAR IT KICK IN AND SOMETIMES IT DOESN'T, LIKE TODAY AFTER WORK. I REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP IN 2004 AND THE FUEL FILTER TO THE TUNE OF $550.00. I WAS NOT GIVEN THE OLD PARTS. I AM WORRIED I MAY HAVE TO GET IT DONE AGAIN TOMORROW. I THINK THE FIRST REPAIR SHOP ROBBED ME. THEY CHARGED ME 189.59 FOR THE PUMP AND 16.48 FOR THE FILTER. THE CONSEQUENCE OF THE FAILURE IS CAB FARES, BUMMING RIDES AND THE MENTAL ANGUISH OF WHETHER OR NOT IT WILL START. I AM FEMALE AND WORRIED ABOUT IT. *TR
THE VEHICLE HAD REAR SUSPENSION PROBLEMS. *NM THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED AN ACCIDENT WHEN THE ROADWAY WAS DAMP. THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SLID MAKING THE CONSUMER LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND HIT A TREE. *SC *JB
SEAT BELT WAS RECALLED IN 1992. THE PROBLEM WAS REPAIRED, AND THE RECALL LETTER STATED THAT REPAIRS WERE FOR THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE. CURRENTLY, SEAT BELTS WERE NOT LATCHING PROPERLY, AND THE MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT REPAIR THE PROBLEM FREE OF CHARGE.*AK
I TOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALER TO CHECK ON CAMPAIGN # 92V063000. HE SAID HE COULDN'T HELP BECAUSE MY VIN # DIDN'T COME UP. *NLM
MULTIPLE CLUTCH FAILURES, TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE MALFUNCTIONS, AND THEN CRANKSHAFT BROKE AT 160,000 MILES.
1985 Ford Mustang questions
Does the 1985 Ford Mustang have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1985 Ford Mustang: Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1985 Ford Mustang?
Based on 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (4), Fuel System, Gasoline (3), Electrical System (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1985 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.