1995 Ford Mustang: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Sep 28, 2007 · Engine · 60,000 miles · FL

The temperature gauge would sporadically come on and go into the "red". I would shut off the engine to allow it to cool and check the water in the radiator. I only had to add approximately 1/2 gallon of water on one occasion. I took my mustang to david maus toyota, believing his company to be reputable and since the mustang was out of warranty. They replaced the water pump and the timing chain seal and charged me $700.00. Three weeks later, the same problem occurred after driving only a short distance. I took the mustang back to david maus and was told it needed a new engine. I then took it to a mechanic who told me he would rebuild the engine, for which I paid him $1800.00. He did not fix the engine and the problem remained. I sued david maus for inept repairs but was unable to prove my case "sufficiently", possibly because the second mechanic assisted david maus in court instead of testifying for me after I threatened to sue him, also. He has since gone out of business. I have had another inspection by mullinax ford in apopka, fl, who also stated the mustang needed a new engine after david maus' mechanics "repaired" it. I had my regular mechanic, mir's auto works, do a thorough inspection and they determined that the cooling fan was not working and that it appears the head gaskets are blown and that a new engine will be necessary. Since october, 2005, the vehicle has been parked, with no license or insurance. I believe had I gotten the recall information, as I did with the parking brake recall, I could very easily have avoided all the frustration and expense I have experienced with my vehicle. I have not received any other recall information, either, regarding the headlights, yellow exterior lights, or hood separation.

Filed May 6, 2002 · Lights · OH

Headlights would flicker intermittently while starting vehicle. Consumer noticed that headlight switch was smoldering. Please add further information.

Filed Jan 2, 2002 · Lights · MS

Defective headlight switch. Consumer replaced switch six month ago. Headlights working intermittently or not at all, and is reoccurring problem. Dealer / manufacturer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

Filed Aug 10, 1999 · Electrical · MI

Possible electrical problems may be causing headlights, dash lights and tail lights to blink on and off. Nlm

Filed Jul 22, 1998 · Lights · WV

Headlight failed due to accident,replacement too bright, different from original.

Filed Feb 6, 1998 · Brakes · SC · crash

Consumer was driving away from stop light when she saw a vehicle 5 cars up ahead, she began to apply the brakes and vehicle never slowed down until she crashed into the rear end of the vehicle. Schroeders body shop has vehicle to repair. The hood and fender /headlights. The dealership will be looking at vehicle to determine cause of brake failure. Bob bennet ford.

Filed Jul 11, 1996 · Lights · CA

Headlights misadjusted from factory, causing poor visibility.

Filed Apr 3, 1996 · Lights · AR

When driving at night the head lights, dash lights go off. Please describe .

Filed Dec 18, 1995 · Electrical · CA

Headlights/battery failed due to electrical problems.