The contact owns a 2005 Ford Mustang GT. The contact stated the front passenger’s side seat belt was difficult to latch and detach. The contact stated that several times the seat belt failed to detach. The seat belt warning light was illuminated stating that the seat belt was not engaged when it was engaged. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who stated that the pin was not attached to the clip causing the seat belt malfunction. The mechanic fractured the seat belt so the contact could drive the vehicle. The seat belt was not repaired. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer, but the vehicle was not repaired due to the warranty being expired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 8,000.
The worst 2005 Ford Mustang GT problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Electrical58
- Airbags49
- Fuel system20
- Brakes13
- Acceleration12
- Engine10
- Body8
- Transmission7
- Visibility6
- Lights5
- Driver assistance3
- Suspension3
- Seat belts2
- Locks1
- Seats1
- Tires1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Ford Mustang GT
Fuel gauge 15Water leak 9Wipers 7Check engine light 5Headlights 5
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Ford Mustang GT 1
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 2005 Ford Mustang GT owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford mustang gt. The contact stated that the vehicle would not accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the transmission sensor and gear ratio were malfunctioning. The vehicle was driven back home. The following day, the transmission would not shift into gear unless it was shifted into low gears. The vehicle was later able to shift into higher gears. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 174,283.
Entire instrument cluster stopped working except for digital readout. The interior floods with water when it rains.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 ford mustang gt. The contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v384000 (air bags). The vehicle was purchased at shamaley ford (11301 gateway blvd w, el paso, tx 79936, (915) 591-8600). The dealer kept sending emails concerning the recall campaign, but they stated that the part was not available and did not know when it would arrive. The contact called two other dealers: casa ford (5815 montana ave, el paso, tx 79925, (915) 779-2272) and viva ford (5550 n desert blvd, el paso, tx 79912, (915) 834-2800) and was informed that they did not know when parts would be available. The three dealers made no mention of a loaner vehicle option. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. *tt
Takata recall
Takata airbag. Premier ford in brooklyn does not have the replacement part, and does not offer loaners. I have tried several times I hope this airbag does not explode on my passenger.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford mustang gt. The contact stated that the fuel tank could not filled all the way and only allowed half a tank of fuel. The contact purchased the vehicle from an individual thirty days ago. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford mustang gt. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v384000 (air bags). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to repair the vehicle. The dealer (shenandoah ford, 9135 winchester road, front royal, virginia 22630) was contacted and confirmed that parts were not available to perform the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Takata inflators. I have been waiting & waiting. Finally, I recieved a notice from ford motor company that the repair is available & to contact the dealer for the repair. I did, however, the dealer politely informed me that they do not know why ford would send out these notices when in fact, they still do not have the parts. Extremely frustrating for all parties involved. It has been over a year now & still unable to use the vehicle.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 ford mustang gt. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v384000 (air bags) however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time as the recall notice was received over three months ago. The dealer (childre ford, 1207 s harris st, sandersville, ga 31082) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact received a postcard from tk holdings, alerting him that they filed for bankruptcy. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. *tt
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Questions about the 2005 Ford Mustang GT
Is the 2005 Ford Mustang GT reliable?
Owners have filed 163 complaints about the 2005 Ford Mustang GT, 2.8 times a typical Mustang GT model year. It is one of the years we flag to avoid.
What is the 2005 Ford Mustang GT year score?
The 2005 Ford Mustang GT scores 38 out of 100 (poor). The score compares it with the other model years of the Ford Mustang GT: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Ford Mustang GT?
Electrical system, with 58 complaints, typically around 49,289 miles. Next is airbags (49).
How many recalls does the 2005 Ford Mustang GT have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Ford Mustang GT have the most electrical problems?
The Ford Mustang GT model years with the most electrical complaints are 2005 (58 complaints) and 2006 (11 complaints).
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