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When it comes to pony cars, enthusiasts were thrilled to learn more about the 2019 Ford Mustang lineup. There were a lot of new options that allowed owners to “customize your view.” Sadly, the hype wasn’t worth the wait as this sports car suffers from a faulty electrical system, defective engine, malfunctioning powertrain and shoddy wheels.
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NHTSA Complaints for the 2019 Ford Mustang
| Complaint Category | Number of Complaints |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | |
| Unknown Or Other | |
| Power Train | |
| Engine | |
| Structure:body | |
| Wheels | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | |
| Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch | |
| Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts | |
| Service Brakes |
Problems with the Electrical System
The modern vehicle electrical system runs everything from the start of the engine to the radio equipment. When something malfunctions, it can cause glitches to every system involved.
Here is one relevant NHTSA complaint. “Passenger power window rolls down without any buttons being pushed (uncommanded). When rolled up by either passenger or driver’s button, will roll down by itself again within 30-60 seconds, sometimes immediately. Only way to keep window up is by constantly holding either button in the up position. Does this at any speed and road condition every time it is driven. Took to [dealer], they will replace the passenger window electric motor. Should not be happening on a car bought on October 19 with less than 6k miles.”
This vehicle wanted to be a convertible instead and is hoping to bring more fresh air into the cabin. However, these aren’t the only electrical-system concerns. NHTSA Campaign Number 19V076000 states that the instrument cluster can go blank and refuse to start up at all. This leaves drivers without access to temperature levels, fuel level, vehicle speed and safety system warnings. Apparently, the Mustang wants you to “customize your view,” unless that requires access to important operating data
Problems with the Engine
The Ford Mustang lineup has been an iconic symbol of sports car tradition, thanks to many years of having a powerful engine. Unfortunately, the 2019 Ford Mustang can’t boast of the same condition.
Here is a review left on Edmunds. “Engine and Trans started making ticking noise at 6k mikes dealer saying it’s normal.”
Sadly, dealers are telling people that engine noises are normal. Service Bulletin #TSB19-2144 states that it could make a moderate knocking noise while idling, which is completely normal and doesn’t hurt the engine. The automaker directs technicians to do nothing for repair and to leave it alone. Meanwhile, Mustang drivers are stuck driving their hot rod with this annoying engine sound that causes panic. It wouldn’t be shocking if long-term Mustang fans switched brands after driving the 2019 model.
Problems with the Transmission
The same can be seen with the defective powertrain. It creates a driving experience that no one wants to have.
Here is yet another Edmunds review. “It lunges a little at low speeds and the shifts when on part throttle are a little unrefined, Mushy and harsher shifts than other well sorted cars.”
Ford states that the vehicle might hesitate or surge forward because of an inoperative cruise control system. Service Bulletin #TSB 19-2135 states the issue comes from a loose transmission output shaft flange nut that creates trouble. At this point, it would seem that none of the major systems on the Mustang are operating as they should. Sure, owners might be able to customize the view, but what if the sports car doesn’t move. Oh well, at least the view looks good as the owner waits for the tow truck.
Problems with the Tires
What’s one of the first things that’s noticed on a high-quality sports car? Often, it’s the stylish wheels and large tires, but this Mustang has severe issues.
There is an NHTSA complaint that discusses wheel-related issues. “Wheel whining noise shows on or above 40 mph (like wheel hub bearing humming sound). Dash and rear driver rattling noises. Front end bushings squeaking noises (especially can be heard while passing a car on parking bumps).”
There are also concerns about the tires. Service Bulletin #SSM 47978 states that the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires that come on some models might appear to be wearing out prematurely. However, the automaker wants to assure technicians and owners that this is just the unique tread design which is shallower than most tires. Instead of replacing the tires, people are supposed to get educated about what the tires should look like. That is, of course, until one blows out because it’s excessively worn.
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Complaint Data
| Category | Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts |
| Date | Feb 06, 2023 |
| State | CA |
| Description | The contact owns a 2019 ford mustang. The contact stated upon servicing the vehicle, the dealer informed her that the outer shell of the lug nuts was swollen, hindering the replacement of tires. The dealer replaced all 16 lug nuts. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the nhtsa hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 54,136. |
| Category | Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera, Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel, Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection |
| Date | Dec 08, 2022 |
| State | IL |
| Description | The contact owns a 2019 ford mustang. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed for approximately 15 minutes, the rear-view camera, traction control, forward collision avoidance and blind spot detection became inoperable. There was a beeping sound detected. The contact stated that the check engine, blind spot detection, hill start assist, back over prevention camera, and gear selector warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where the failures were confirmed, but the vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated the failure was related to nhtsa campaign number: 22v382000 (power train). The manufacturer was contacted and referred him to the nhtsa hotline. The failure mileage was 3,700. |
| Category | Engine |
| Date | Dec 07, 2022 |
| State | NC |
| Description | I have taken my vehicle to ford. Called ford as well. And when at a stop, and while in drive, my car will lunge/ jerk and if my car was behind a vehicle too close could hit it. I also believe that if a person were in front of the vehicle it could lunge forward into them. I see in google that many 2019 mustang owners have reports this as well. This jerk/ lunge has happened a hand full of times. Two ford dealerships and ford. Com have advised they do not have reports from consumers on this. |
| Category | Air Bags, Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings, Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection |
| Date | Sep 29, 2022 |
| State | WA |
| Description | My name is michelle wright and I have purchased ford vehicles most of my life. I love ford vehicles and have had amazing experiences with westlie ford and landmark ford. I purchased my vehicle at vancouver ford, which is the most unprofessional and unethical dealership. My story starts october 2021, when I purchased a 2019 ford mustang from vancouver ford. I paid cash for the vehicle and was provided an autocheck, not a carfax the day I had purchased this car. Over the last 8 months I have had several issues that made think my car was an accident but was assured it was never in an accident. After pulling the carfax, I realized it was in a wreck and had an accident date of july 2019. This led me to look for an accident report, which was filed by a portland police officer on july 23, 2019. |
| Category | Electrical System |
| Date | Sep 07, 2022 |
| State | FL |
| Description | Heated/cooled driver's seat stopped functioning due to a shorted or overloaded wiring harness causing a small electrical fire at the harness. |
| Category | Electrical System |
| Date | Sep 07, 2022 |
| State | FL |
| Description | The instrument panel, which is entirely digital with no actual dials or needles, stopped working and went totally black for a short period of time while I was driving. |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Sep 07, 2022 |
| State | FL |
| Description | Passenger door unlocked and opened by itself while driving 75mph with no one in the passenger seat. Appears to be the same issues as the 2011 - 2017 mustang recall. |
| Category | Electrical System, Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control |
| Date | Sep 06, 2022 |
| State | DC |
| Description | The performance of the car is impacted by the following: service advance trac steering assist fault service required hill start assist not available. As a result, the vehicle drivetrain aggressively responds with drop in rpm and steering wheel gets tight; to a point the car is hard to navigate |
| Category | Electrical System |
| Date | Aug 16, 2022 |
| State | CA |
| Description | The contact owns a 2019 ford mustang. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster went blank for several seconds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The dealer informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the vin. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The contact related the failure to nhtsa campaign number: 19v076000 (electrical system) however, the vin was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 45,500. |
| Category | Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings, Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection |
| Date | Jul 19, 2022 |
| State | NC |
| Description | My car has started to have problems with some of its features. Cruise control, pre collision assist, traction control, back up camera and some other features have all become unavailable. |
| Category | Electrical System |
| Date | May 01, 2022 |
| State | MI |
| Description | In the last 5 months I have had at least 3 incidents where the electronic dash goes blank, while driving. So far it had come back on within a short time. I took it to the dealer and they said they tried reprogramming it (but also said they found nothing wrong). The dealer said that reprogramming didn't fix it so they ordered a part. That was march 22, 2022 and the last time I heard anything from brighton ford - no idea if they ordered the part or did anything and no contact in over a month. |
| Category | Service Brakes, Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Apr 22, 2022 |
| State | VA |
| Description | I parked my manual car at work. Put the emergency break on and the break disengaged on its own and 15 mins later the car ran into the metal frame of a pick up truck. |
| Category | Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Train |
| Date | Dec 26, 2021 |
| State | GA |
| Description | My my trunk has a set of cords that have been caught in my trunk door and severed in half. They are then too short to fix. Basically im stuck I do believe it wasn't thought through very well. I have a 2019 eco boost convertible in which the adaptive cruise control has never worked. Current problems(these are all on my ford app) -restraints indicator lamp warning - pre collision assist not available vehicle health report: problems 1. Power train malfunction / reduce power 2. Brakes & suspension 3. Restraints & driver assist 4. Check fluids & filters 5. Recall - door latch 21n10 |
| Category | Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking, Steering, Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Dec 04, 2021 |
| State | IL |
| Description | On 11/27/21 I was driving my 2019 mustang gt convertible with approx 15,000 miles. While going around a curve (not at an excessive speed) on dry pavement, the car became uncontrollable and began to spin out. As much as I tried to brake and steer into the slide, the car became more and more uncontrollable and felt as though it were speeding up. I only came to a stop after slamming into a tree and rolling over to the other side of the road. Vehicle is a total loss. I was lucky and only suffered minor injuries, but it very easily could have been much worse. The police and paramedics who arrived at the scene were expecting a fatality or severe injuries. In the end I was ticketed for failure to reduce speed. I'm losing my mind explaining to the police and insurance that the car sped up on its own and all control of the vehicle were lost. I am in danger of losing my license because of this and no one is believing that this could possibly happen and convinced me to state that I was probably driving too fast. This is a deadly problem. The internet is full of videos demonstrating this same problem: complete loss of control in a low speed turn. Before you ask, I wasn't racing, I wasn't drifting, I wasn't spinning my tires or doing donuts; I was just trying to go home to my kids who almost lost their father. If there is any saved data or physical evidence that needs to be saved, action is needed asap before the insurance company scraps it. Also, it should be noted that in the week leading up to the accident, the rear end would become loose when going around corners. I had planned to have it addressed at the next oil change. |
| Category | Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts |
| Date | Nov 22, 2021 |
| State | TN |
| Description | Swollen lug nuts. Unable to have regularly scheduled rotation as they could not be removed. Was advised to purchased new lug nuts. |
| Category | Steering |
| Date | Nov 04, 2021 |
| State | TX |
| Description | Electronic power steering makes a grinding noise at low speed when turning steering wheel. The noise is getting progressively louder. |
| Category | Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Sep 13, 2021 |
| State | GA |
| Description | The contact owns a 2019 ford mustang. The contact stated that the vehicle was jerking while idling at a stop light. The failure recurred while driving at highway speeds exceeding 65 mph. The contact stated that the vehicle would eventually regain stability. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the radiator cooling fan was replaced. The dealer also diagnosed that the transmission gasket was leaking. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving 80 mph. The contact depressed the brake pedal and the push to start button simultaneously to regain normal vehicle operation. The failure persisted; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000. |
| Category | Power Train |
| Date | Sep 01, 2021 |
| State | NV |
| Description | The 10 speed automatic transmission is not shifting properly. The car lurches and it feels/sounds like the transmission is going to fall out of the car when putting the car in drive or reverse from park. There is hesitation while shifting during acceleration. The car should downshift to a lower gear when extra power is needed. Also, the transmission shifts hard when coming to a stop and feels like undo wear and tear is being placed on the transmission. The issues I am having are the same I see other ford mustang and ford f150 owners are having with the transmission. I want this issue fixed and the car is available for inspection. Also, this issue has been ongoing since jan 2021 when I purchased the car used. |
| Category | Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch |
| Date | Aug 16, 2021 |
| State | AL |
| Description | The contact owns a 2019 ford mustang. The contact stated that the front passenger door failed. The contact stated while driving at various speeds the front passenger's door was unlatched independently. The contact received a warning on the instrument panel that the passenger's door was unlatched. The contact was able to move onto the road shoulder and secured the front passenger door latch. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to have a diagnostic test performed. The manufacturer advised that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign 17v652000 (latches/locks/linkage). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000. |
| Category | Engine |
| Date | Jul 31, 2021 |
| State | OK |
| Description | Car was taken to ford for diagnosis because it was running oddly and the service light kept coming on. After taking it in ford said there was nothing wrong with it and 2 days later it blows a head gasket and comes to a screeching halrt and the motor seizes. |
| Category | Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel |
| Date | Jul 30, 2021 |
| State | VA |
| Description | When I start my car the digital dash would just be black so I cant see how fast im going at all |
| Category | Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch, Structure:body |
| Date | Jul 28, 2021 |
| State | LA |
| Description | While driving on highways, passenger door will suddenly partially unlatch and open door warning tone and advisory displays on the dash. I must pull over in order to open and reclose the door. First event was several months ago and I assumed it was an isolated event. It has increased in frequency to at least once a week. The door is closed and locked yet it comes partially unlatched and seems to only occur at highway speeds between 60mph and 75mph. Highly distracting when driving on interstate highway and I am unsure if it comes unlatched all the way since I have not had a passenger when this occurs. Poses safety hazard both as distraction and unsafe door lock. |
| Category | Electrical System |
| Date | Apr 23, 2021 |
| State | AK |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2019 ford mustang. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the lcd dashboard failed intermittently to light up. Excel ford of carthage (2228 southeast loop, carthage, tx 75633) and the manufacturer were made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 12,480. |
| Category | Engine |
| Date | Mar 16, 2021 |
| State | FL |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2019 ford mustang. The contact stated while driving at 15 mph, the contact heard a knocking sound in the engine. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was concerned about driving the vehicle and had the vehicle towed to bill currie ford (5815 n dale mabry hwy, tampa, fl 33614) where it was diagnosed with the engine needing to be replaced. Prior to the contact owning the vehicle, the previous owner had the original engine replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 28,000. |
| Category | Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Jan 16, 2021 |
| State | MD |
| Description | Rear window defroster shattered glass |
| Category | Seats |
| Date | Nov 13, 2020 |
| State | TN |
| Description | On october 20, 2020 I was driving my 2019 ford mustang 5. 0 gt to work. As I was driving down the highway, I began to smell a burning plastic odor. It got stronger so I pulled my car over on the shoulder to inspect it. I got out and got down on my knees to check around my steering column, under my dash and driver seat but saw nothing however the odor of burning plastic got stronger. I went around to the passenger side and did the same inspection as I did on the drivers side. As I was doing this, I looked up and saw smoke coming from up under my driver's seat. I ran around to the driver's side and fire was coming up from under the seat and shooting up the back of my driver's seat. I grabbed my purse and work booklet, grabbed my phone and dialed 911. The inside of my car was completely engulfed in flames in less than 1 minute. Traffic stopped on the highway due to the small explosions and flames. Fire trucks, highway patrol and sheriff's started showing up and a short while later the car was finally extinguished and towed away.*dt*jb*dt*dt*dt |
| Category | Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch, Structure:body |
| Date | Nov 04, 2020 |
| State | FL |
| Description | Passenger side door will unlatch and open while driving, the digital alert will come on and say door ajar. Seems to do this when you're driving anywhere from 20 to 40 mph. It has happened a total of 4 times in the last 2 weeks. |
| Category | Electrical System |
| Date | Oct 15, 2020 |
| State | IN |
| Description | Electronic dash panel goes blank. Vehicle only has 1800 miles . It has happened several times. Seems to be only at night after stopping on an errand and then getting back in and restarting. Have had in a ford dealership and they stated they can't find anything wrong. There was a safety recall on this problem for mustangs manufactured ip to 1/19. Mine was built in 4/19. |
| Category | Electrical System |
| Date | Sep 29, 2020 |
| State | FL |
| Description | Digital dash goes blank for few seconds while driving. Dealer can't replicate the issue and says there's nothing they can do. |
| Category | Wheels |
| Date | Jul 01, 2020 |
| State | SC |
| Description | I noticed premature inner tire wear on the front left tire. I took the vehicle to my local ford dealership for repairs. They verified the alignment was incorrect on my vehicle and caused the tire damage but would not warranty components due to "aftermarket wheels and tires" installed on the rear of my vehicle. I contacted ford customer relationship center. Customer relations contacted the dealership and the dealership stated the alignment was correct (despite a print out given to me showing improper alignment). Customer relations suggested I take the vehicle to another dealer and install my factory wheels and tires on the vehicle. I did as suggested. The second dealer corrected my alignment issue and submitted a claim for tire replacement. Ford denied the warranty. I contacted the customer relationship center and they stated "most commonly this is due to aftermarket parts being installed". I reiterated that there was "aftermarket wheels and tires" installed on the rear of the vehicle but the factory parts were re-installed due to their suggestions. My car currently has 18,557 miles on it after visiting 2 dealerships with no prevail and I am expected to pay out of pocket to replace tires that were damaged at no fault of my own while ford hides behind modified parts that are in no way related to incorrect front alignment. *tr |
| Category | Power Train |
| Date | Jun 21, 2020 |
| State | CA |
| Description | 2019 mustang gt equipped with mt82 from factory (d-4) horrible trans cars only got 4000 miles the shifts are harsh reengagement is inaccurate and could lead to failure , disappointing from ford and ive been a mustang fan since the age of 7 . The clutch pedal is awfully light and cant ever feel engaged point , needs to replaced or fixed to par . |
| Category | Power Train |
| Date | Jun 19, 2020 |
| State | TX |
| Description | 2019 mustang with 6-speed manual transmission problem. Selling ford dealer denied any issues with it. Had a scratch between 5 and 6th gear from day one. *tr |
| Category | Structure:body |
| Date | Jun 02, 2020 |
| State | NC |
| Description | All 18 & 19 mustang have a defect from the factory passenger side front bumper under headlight has a noticeable gap separation. Dealerships will not repair it tell customers that they damaged it by scuffing the bottom of the bumper. I am a licensed automotive technician this defect is being ignored. *tr |
| Category | Electrical System |
| Date | May 14, 2020 |
| State | TX |
| Description | Car would not turn over. When I pushed the brake down to push the start button the brakes made a weird noise and it said brake system failed across dash. All the lights came on and would try to start over but would not. The brakes locked up and then the car completely died due to the head light started flashing and couldn't turn them off. The car would not lock or unlock. Could not pop open the hood or trunk. *tr |
| Category | Power Train:driveline:differential Unit |
| Date | May 08, 2020 |
| State | ND |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2019 ford mustang. The contact stated that four months after the vehicle was placed in storage, the contact became aware of a leak underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to eide ford lincoln (800 e bismarck expy, bismarck, nd 58504) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the differential coolant line needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer informed the contact that part needed for the repair was on back order. Westlie motor company (500 s. Broadway, minot, nd 58701) confirmed the part was on back order. The failure mileage was 2,600. *ln consumer stated due to negligence of the dealer, transport blocks were not removed from rear, endangering the driver.*jb |
| Category | Unknown Or Other |
| Date | May 05, 2020 |
| State | FL |
| Description | In my car when driving after 45 minutes or so (longs drives) the radio screen is freezing, you could see everything in the screen but can't use it even buttons, nothing works, I can note it by clock time in the screen is way back in time, when I touch the screen is hot if I shut off the car for about 30 to 50 minutes to cold down then the radio is back. Happens again if I drive another 45 minutes. Nothing happen if I drive downtown short drives. *tr |
| Category | Seat Belts, Structure:body, Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Apr 27, 2020 |
| State | NJ |
| Description | The car was purchased last november 2019, during the first month, I noticed that the icp was not properly working while using the gps- it gives wrong direction even the settings were correctly set, like it was remotely controlled. Besides that my battery was discharged that I needed to jumpstart it and towed it because the 1st time jumpstarting didn't work. It happened 4x, brought it twice to ford dealer to check everything was okay. It even send me alarm thru ford app that it was put on "sleep mode" even it was parked and it is frequently used. Not only that, the both windows were opened when I got back from an hour errand. With regards to the seat belts, there's no warning that flashes on the dashboard when not in used while on the passenger side despite riding with someone. It is also loose after removing it, you need to pull it manually to return to the short length when not strapped. The engine stalls when shifted from reverse to drive, it needs about 5-10 secs to work. |
| Category | Electrical System |
| Date | Feb 21, 2020 |
| State | GA |
| Description | Passenger power window rolls down without any buttons being pushed (uncommanded). When rolled up by either passenger or driver's button will roll down by itself again withing 30-60 seconds, sometimes immediately. Only way to keep window up is by constantly holding either button in the up position. Does this at any speed and road condition every time it is driven. Took to savannah ford dealer (jc lewis ford) they will replace the passenger window electric motor. Should not be happening on a car bought in oct. 19 with less than 6k miles. |
| Category | Electrical System |
| Date | Jan 22, 2020 |
| State | NV |
| Description | My icp in my mustang will randomly blank out while driving. This has happened while braking and driving down the highway. The car stays running, but I have no information. Since it is a digital screen I lose my speedometer, tachometer and everything else on the icp. It will boot back up after 10 seconds and work properly. |
| Category | Power Train |
| Date | Dec 20, 2019 |
| State | CA |
| Description | Transmission goes by its self very dangerous car drives its self when foot off the brake and being given no gass will go as fast as 15 mph by itself |
| Category | Engine, Power Train, Wheels |
| Date | Dec 19, 2019 |
| State | DE |
| Description | 2019 ford mustang gt 5. 0l with 10 speed automatic transmission milage: 14,000 -engine stalls when car comes to a stop (happened more than 10 times). -harsh transmission shifting from 4th to 5th. -dipping and irritating rpm when idle. -exhaust sound valve squeaking noise (like the sound when the metal has corrosion squeaking sound) while the valve changes from quite to normal or from normal to track. -wheel wining noise shows on or above 40mph (like wheel hub bearing humming sound). -dash and rear driver side rattling noises. -front end bushings squeaking noises (especially can be heard while passing on car parking bumps). |
| Category | Electrical System, Engine, Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Dec 09, 2019 |
| State | PR |
| Description | Riding under normal driving conditions, car stalls from a v8 to a v2. No power at all, if you want to switch from normal, to any selectable driving modes from toggle switch or steering wheel, wont change. Turn of car, turn it back on and continued with same problem. |
| Category | Service Brakes |
| Date | Nov 09, 2019 |
| State | KY |
| Description | The car is equipped with automatic emergency braking (aeb) which does not work. 2 dealers have found no codes but say they have no way to test on the road. Called ford and they were no help. Referred me back to the dealer. |
| Category | Unknown Or Other |
| Date | Oct 27, 2019 |
| State | KS |
| Description | I purchased a new 2019 ford mustang ecoboost on october 16, 2019, since day one the gear shift select lever has not been lighting up at night to show me which gear I am in. It does not illuminate at all. I believe it is unsafe, especially because if I happen to bump the shift lever, I am unable to see which gear I am in and could cause an accident. |
| Category | Electrical System |
| Date | Oct 10, 2019 |
| State | KY |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2019 ford mustang. Once the vehicle was placed in reverse, the backup camera failed to operate. Simultaneously, the traction control, cross traffic system fault, drive mode selection not available, hill start assist, rod suspension, and blind spot system fault off warning indicators illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to crossroads ford lincoln, inc (1070 versailles rd, frankfort, ky 40601, 502-695-1990) and was informed that the vehicle had a defective battery. The battery was replaced, but the failure continued. The contact took the vehicle back to the same dealer on multiple occasions; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and was informed that a regional manager would call him back to provide additional assistance. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 166. |
| Category | Engine |
| Date | Sep 06, 2019 |
| State | NJ |
| Description | While driving my gt350 on a highway at around 55 mph the engine made metallic grinding noises suddenly, and without warning. I instinctively pressed in the clutch pedal and then engine stopped spinning and locked up. I was fortunate to be in an area with a pull-off area and thin traffic. It could have been very dangerous at higher speeds, in thicker traffic, or with a less experienced driver. Once stopped, I checked the car and confirmed that the starter could not spin the motor due to mechanical failure. There were only about 450 miles on the vehicle when this happened. I was later told by the dealer that the engine had an issue with a rocker and valve, which caused the engine fail and lock up. A replacement engine also had 'valvetrain noise' and was determined to be no good by the dealer. I did not see or use the car with that engine. Beyond that, this issue is still unresolved as the car has not been repaired. |
| Category | Visibility/wiper |
| Date | Jul 17, 2019 |
| State | NV |
| Description | This car was purchased on 4/27/19 brand new with 3 miles on it. As I was driving on 4/29/19 it was raining and as it began to rain harder, I adjusted the interval on the wiper switch to a higher speed and the wipers shut off and did not come back on. It continued to rain and I moved the switch up and down and nothing, they wouldn't come back on. I notified the dealer immediately and was asked to bring the car in for inspection on 4/30/19. They could not repeat the problem as it was not raining at that time and told me to come back again if it happens. On 7/12/19, it began to rain and I was on the highway and turned the wipers on and once again, as I tried to turn up the speed, they shut off and did not come back on. I had to drive 15 miles on the interstate with non-working wipers in the rain. I recorded the incident with my phone for evidence. Took the car back to the same service dept at gaudin ford on 7/15/19. The service dept foreman and tech looked at the video. It is 7/17/19 and it is still at the dealer. They say it doesn't show any codes and they cant repeat the problem. Well it isn't raining, so how can they test it without driving through a car wash or something? I notified ford customer relations on 7/16/19 of the issue and am waiting to hear back. As I stated, I have video evidence of this safety issue and they are not repairing it. |
| Category | Wheels |
| Date | Jun 25, 2019 |
| State | FL |
| Description | Tl* the contact owns a 2019 ford mustang gt equipped with michelin tires, tire line: pilot sport 4s, tire size:255/40/r19 and dot number was unknown. The contact stated that on one occasion while driving at approximately 10 mph, both the front and rear passenger tires began to vibrate and both tires imploded. The vehicle was taken to a ford dealer (gilbert ford 3175 u. S. Hwy, us-441, okeechobee, fl 34974 (863) 588-7825). The dealer diagnosed the tires as being slashed and they were ultimately replaced. A police report was filed, case number 19s02663. On another occasion, the same front passenger tire blew out while traveling at approximately 20 mph. The vehicle was taken to a ford dealer ( gilbert ford 3175 u. S. Hwy, us-441, okeechobee, fl 34974 (863) 588-7825. The dealer diagnosed the tire as having a nail inside as well as wires coming from the tread of the tire. The tires were not replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and instructed the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle mileage was approximately 15,000 and the tire failure mileage was unknown. |
| Category | Electrical System |
| Date | Jun 18, 2019 |
| State | FL |
| Description | Instrument cluster is blank upon start-up. This vehicle should be included in the nhtsa campaign number 19v076000. At vehicle start-up, the instrument panel cluster assembly sometimes misfunctions and shows a blank display. This has happened 3 times since I have owned my car for only 1 month. I brought it in for service on 6/4/19 and walker ford supposedly updated the instrument panel cluster software to fix this problem but it happened again and on 6/18 upon starting the car, the instrument panel was blank. The vehicle was stationary in my garage. I got in it to go to work and started it and the panel was blank. I turned car off and went inside the house and called ford. I then went back into car and restarted it and it was fine. It was working again. |
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I own an ecoboost 2019, the 10speed auto does feel rough under low throttle input, the problem doesn’t exist when driving in sport+ and track, might be something to do with the fact that the transmission is built for around 700hp, when it has enough power getting sent to it, the transmission is ultra smooth tho, you can ear it shift quick and leave some air noises coming from under the car when shifting, cool noises.
I do love this car BUT the transmission has been hesitating or lunging forward after a few months of owning it. I am halfway through my warranty and it has been in the shop for this issue several times with no fix. Not what I was expecting from a brand new car. I brought the car in for this in May and was told they need it for a few days but they had no loaner cars, so I was put on a list. I was never called back…………………..