2001 Ford Mustang Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2001 Ford Mustang recalls

Most common 2001 Ford Mustang problems

Problem areas named in the 173 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	26
Engine And Engine Cooling	25
Seat Belts	22
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	21
Power Train	18
Vehicle Speed Control	13
Visibility	11
Fuel System, Gasoline	10
Electrical System	10
Fuel/Propulsion System	10

What owners report

2024-06-16, Service Brakes
ABS light came on, sometimes when braking/slowing down at freeway speeds, the brakes won't catch and it feels like I'm going to ram into the cars ahead, I've replaced the rotors, the calipers, the brakes, the wheel bearings, ABS light won't go away, I've looked into it on the bullitt community forums, and this is a common problem that most just decide to live with, cause no solution has been found.

2023-07-19, Service Brakes
Anti lock brake pump leaking brake fluid from what appears to be a vent /weep hole resulting in rapid brake fluid loss and low/ soft pedal and significant loss of braking.

2020-10-27, Wheels
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 FORD MUSTANG EQUIPPED WITH HANKOOK TIRES, TIRE LINE: VENTUS V2 EVO2, TIRE SIZE: 275/35/R18, DOT NUMBER: 5MRKYBH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES WERE PURCHASED IN MARCH OF 2020 AND INSTALLED IN APRIL OF 2020. AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE FOR APPROXIMATELY 3,000 MILES, THE TIRES SHOWED EXCESSIVE UNEVEN TREAD WEAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED THE STATE INSPECTION DUE TO THE TREAD WEAR FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED OF THE ISSUE. THE MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDED THAT THE TIRES BE INSPECTED BY AN AUTHORIZED HANKOOK DISTRIBUTOR. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED BY THE MANUFACTURER THAT THE EXCESSIVE TREAD WEAR WAS NOT DUE

2020-10-25, Service Brakes
1. THERE IS A DREADFUL GAS FUME ODOR INSIDE THE CAR EVERY TIME I PUT FUEL IN THE CAR ESPECIALLY WHEN I FILL THE TANK. 2.THE EMERGENCY BRAKE DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. WHEN ENGAGED MY CAR STILL ROLLS A LITTLE. 3. THE SEAT BELTS DO NOT RETRACT PROPERLY AND TEND TO TWIST AND TANGLE WHEN I TRY TO DO IT MANUALLY.

2020-02-05, Vehicle Speed Control
WHEN BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, I HAD NO CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE, EVEN WHILE PRESSING ON THE BRAKES. I LOST CONTROL, WENT INTO A YARD AND HIT A TREE.

2001 Ford Mustang questions

Does the 2001 Ford Mustang have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2001 Ford Mustang: Parking Brake:Conventional. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Ford Mustang?

Based on 173 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (26), Engine And Engine Cooling (25), Seat Belts (22).

How do I check if a recall on my 2001 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.