2005 Ford Mustang GT fuel system problems

Filed May 25, 2018 · Fuel system · 110,000 miles · NC

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.

Filed Jan 17, 2018 · Airbags, Fuel system · 20 miles · OR

Takata recalls: bought car at damerow ford in beaverton or under the contingency that a 100 point check was done on the 2005 ford mustang gt that I am writing about. As I drive cqr off lot I notice gas gauge is stuck on half a tank. I call them about it and their service department after finding out there is a recall.. And they have not returned my calls. This was in august 2017. Now it is january 2018 and the check engine light is on and I take car in to a trusted mechanic and they say I have a leak near my fuel pump. I look this up and it is again a recalled item for this year and make. I again call ford. No one returns my call. So I had to out of pocket to have this fixed. Please help.

Filed Jun 21, 2015 · Fuel system · 137,000 miles · WV

Hesitation in gas pedal/throttle body. When pulling out from a stop there is a hesitation in gas pedal. Push down on pedal and there is no response until pedal is down about half throttle and then car will leap and stay at half throttle at which time I let off gas pedal and continue to repeat process until up to a speed of about 30 MPH. Very dangerous situation. Every one I talk to about this says it is a common problem with this model, 2005-2014 ford mustang. How many have died from this problem and how many more will die or be injured before a recall is issued for this dangerous problem?

Filed Mar 13, 2015 · Fuel system · 76,160 miles · CA

Fuel gauge stopped working . Needle rotated directly down.

Filed Dec 3, 2014 · Electrical, Fuel system · 42,500 miles · CA

I got the car @42,500 or so miles. There was a bad puddle of water after it rained. Near the smart junction box is where it appears to be getting in. I have read alot of complaints online about this issue. For sure a defect that ford should fix... As another person on this site mentioned, I am sure that major electrical damage could potentially take place (I forced myself to cover the car at all times). The gas tank is difficult to fill up all the way. I cannot simply pull the gas pump "trigger" and lock it. The pump stops, due to the trigger being "tripped" (as if the tank was full). So I have to hold down the trigger again (the fuel pump usually gets "triggered" 20 times per every filling of the tank). Super annoying and a known defect that needs a new gas tank to be corrected. How does ford not correct this?

Filed Oct 27, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 74,800 miles · TX

The vehicle began stalling at low speeds, in traffic, at red lights/stop signs and while turning. Several very close calls to date. You must restart engine during a turn often with other motorists bearing down on you. There are many complaints on this site and when you do a search on the internet. The dealership is also aware of it because they tell you right away that you will need a $500.00 part to fix it and that does not include labor. I have also been told by a few mechanics that this used to be solved by replacing the idle air control switch,about a $40.00 part. That part is not offered with this year and model but it comes on the $500.00 part.

Filed Aug 10, 2014 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 55,200 miles · OH

I was accelerating out of a 45mph area to a 55mph and around 50mph the car jerked and the electronic throttle control light came on. The wrench icon on the dashboard. The car seemed to have lost most power but still ran.

Filed Jun 19, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 15,052 miles · CA

This has been and still is a on going safety issue to me and the family. When driving, normally at a low speed the engine will "die", of course I lose all power to the steering, braking, etc. I make an attempt to start it, it will start but, when I try to move the vehicle, it dies again. This has happen to me in the middle of intersections, when I pull up to a red light, or behind a vehicle. I have no forwarning of the event about to take place. Two weeks ago it occurred when my wife was driving and it took her about 40 minutes to get the car running. And yesterday while I was driving, after leaving my garage and drove less than 1/2 mile, the car stopped running, and I traveled about 2 miles and it stopped at least 5 times before I could park. We went shopping and came back out and it started and gave me no problem getting home. I have had it in the shop, r&r fuel tank, replaced fuel level sensor. Was told by one of the technicians I should treat the fuel at lease every two tank fill ups. My concern is that this is going to occur and cause an accident and injury my family and/or other drivers. I have contacted ford and have been informed there is no recalls against the VIN number. I can not believe I am the only mustang owner that is having the problem.

Filed Aug 14, 2013 · Acceleration, Engine · 60,000 miles · TN

After coming to a stop, I try to accelerate and the car stalls and jerks into gear. I was told that the throttle was dirty. I had it cleaned and got a new air filter but was still experiencing the same problem. The next step was to replace throttle sensor. The mechanic advised to check the recall list and I several people who experience the same problem with no help from ford. I saw this site and decided to post.

Filed Dec 14, 2011 · Acceleration, Electrical · 85,000 miles · IL

During rain, the entire electrical system shut down. Radio, windows, headlights, taillights, turn signals, hazards, door locks, keyfob, fuel gauge, oil pressure, coolant temperature gauge, hand brake indicator, traction control system, brake switch (for taking car out of park), starter (once the car is turned off, it will not start again). Any substantial rain results in water pooling in passenger side foot area, and saturation of fuse box area, which provides concerns for a vehicle-wide loss of electrical power and brake/steering control. I have looked at several online owners' forums and there are numerous cases of this commonly-documented safety problem. I have had the vehicle in for this exact issue before and the problem could not be located (or reproduced)during rain, the entire electrical system shut down. Radio, windows, headlights, taillights, turn signals, hazards, door locks, keyfob, fuel gauge, oil pressure, coolant temperature gauge, hand brake indicator, traction control system, brake switch (for taking car out of park), starter (once the car is turned off, it will not start again). Any substantial rain results in water pooling in passenger side foot area, and saturation of fuse box area, which provides concerns for a vehicle-wide loss of electrical power and brake/steering control. I have looked at several online owners' forums and there are numerous cases of this commonly-documented safety problem. I have had the vehicle in for this exact issue before and the result is "the problem could not be located (or reproduced)".