1999 Ford Mustang vs 2000 Ford Mustang
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Ford Mustang | 2000 Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 213 | 311 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 190 | 139 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 50 | 56 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 14–21 |
| Median reported mileage | 60,000 mi | 64,850 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Mustang | Ford Mustang |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 32 | 42 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 31 | 34 |
| Power Train | 25 | 40 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 22 | 40 |
| Seat Belts | 19 | 36 |
| Parking Brake | 21 | 26 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 25 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 22 | 19 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 10 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 13 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 9 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.