2000 Ford Mustang structure problems
18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2000 Ford Mustang — 6% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Hard to shift into first gear of neutral from a stopped position on the v6 manual transmission on the 2000 ford mustang, also paint is bubbling and cracking on roof in multiple spots, have seen same problem with paint posted for all models ford from 2000-20005. *tr”
filed Mar 25, 2009
“Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford mustang. The contact stated that the door is not locking securely on her vehicle. The dealer stated that some screws and bolts were needed underneath the vehicle to hold the door closed. The door must be slammed very hard to keep it closed and the handles and other…”
filed Mar 19, 2009
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Structure problems in other Mustang years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Mustang | 5 | 7% |
| 2022 Mustang | 5 | 10% |
| 2021 Mustang | 1 | 2% |
| 2020 Mustang | 6 | 5% |
| 2019 Mustang | 9 | 6% |
| 2018 Mustang | 15 | 8% |
| 2017 Mustang | 39 | 15% |
| 2016 Mustang | 28 | 8% |
| 2015 Mustang | 45 | 10% |
| 2014 Mustang | 17 | 5% |
| 2013 Mustang | 8 | 3% |
| 2012 Mustang | 23 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2000 Ford Mustang
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.