Misfire when idle, when turns off after driving it won't start engine quick, need to let the fuel pump recharge a bit so it can start again
1995 Ford Mustang: misfire or rough idle
5 of the 602 complaints about the 1995 Ford Mustang describe misfire or rough idle.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 25 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Misfire or rough idle by model year
What owners say
Vehicle would run rough and lose coolant while driving. Dealer contacted, and informed consumer that the 3.8l v6 engine had a blown head gasket. Feel free to provide any further information.
Blown head gasket, prior to incident vehicle experienced misfire.
After following manufacturer recommended maintenance for 3.5 years, without any signs of mechanical difficulties (I.e. Engine overheating, loss of coolant, loss of power), approximately few minutes after starting car for the first time one day, there was rough idling and white smoke coming out of the exhaust. After taking the car to my nearest ford service center, I was informed that my car had blown a head gasket. After researching the internet, I discovered that there has been a recall for this problem in 3 other models (windstar, taurus, and sable) of ford of the same year (1995) with the 3.8 l engines (recall 98-mo1) for defective head gaskets. I have been informed by the ford dealer that ford motor co., will not accept liability for this problem with the 1995 mustangs. I am alos aware that there have been numerous other complaints from other 1995 ford mustang owners with the federal safety agency for this same problem. I respectfully ask that the federal safety agency exercise it's authority and hold ford motor co. Accountable for this defect in the 1995 mustang and include it in recall 98-mo1. Please respond on your proposed action on this complaint asap as I am forced to pay out-of-pocket expenses (which may exceed $2000) by my local ford service center. Thank you.
When starting the vehicle it has a rough idle and when putting in gear it shakes and lurches intermittenlty. When at a stop the rpms will fall and the vehicle dies. Dealer is aware of problem. Many engine parts replaced. Still having problems.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant...
- Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure
- Safety recall program 01S30 regarding additional coverage for engine cooling fan circuit breaker installation
- Information regarding engine replacements warranty extension program
- Some vehicles may exhibit premature failure of the head gasket(s)
- Subject regarding owner notification program supplement #1 3.8L engine head gaskets
- Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with...
- Information regarding camshaft position (CMP) sensor alignment tool chart
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: taurus/sable vehicles equipped with 3.0l and 3.8l engines and mustang vehicles with 3.8l and 5.0l engines. It is possible for the engine cooling fan bearing to seize.
- Risk
- Should this occur, excessive heat could be generated which could melt the fan motor electrical connector. Components inside the cooling fan motor could ignite potentially resulting in an underhood fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the engine cooling fan assembly and install a circuit breaker. If the cooling fan is inoperative, the fan and motor assembly will be replaced. Owner notification began december 28, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332.
Recall number 01V390000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1995 Ford Mustang misfire
Is misfire or rough idle a common problem on the 1995 Ford Mustang?
5 of 602 owner complaints about the 1995 Ford Mustang (1%) mention misfire or rough idle. The model year with the most reports is 2018.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1995 Ford Mustang?
There is 1 recall and 25 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1995 Ford Mustang
Overheating 96Fire or smoke 33Engine failure 26Stalling 22Check engine light 13Ball joint 9Headlights 9Loss of power 8Transmission failure 7No deployment 6Brake failure 6Grinding brakes 6Pulling 6Tire blowout 6ABS 5Hesitation 5Slipping 5Won't start 5
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