1998 Ford Mustang brakes problems

33 complaints (14% of all complaints for this car). 9 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 33
of this car's complaints: 14%
crashes: 9
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Conventional
10
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
4
Power assist
2
Foundation components: master cylinder
2
Foundation components
2
Foundation components: disc: rotor
1
Foundation components: disc: pads
1
Foundation components: disc: caliper
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Ford Mustang brakes problems in other years

Related recalls

Parking brake: conventionalReported October 30, 2000 · 434,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. If a vehicle is parked with the parking brake not fully applied and not in first gear, as directed in the owner guide, and the self adjustment pawl subsequently skips one or two teeth, the vehicle could move on some grades.
Risk: This could result in unintended vehicle movement and a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will modify the parking brake control and install a plate or over-bracket to the control to lock the self adjust mechanism in position following adjustment.

Recall number 00V349000 · Recall details

What 1998 Ford Mustang owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 22, 2021 · Brakes · VA

Rear right parking brake does not engage and when trying to come to an emergency stop brake is ineffective

Filed May 6, 2014 · Acceleration, Brakes · 78,840 miles · GA

I was braking at a red light behind a toyota prius. When I had almost completely stopped, my car lurched forward, with my foot still on the brake. I lifted my foot from the brake for an instant, then slammed the brake pedal down, stopping my car just a couple inches from slamming into the car in front of me.

Filed Mar 23, 2004 · Brakes · KY

The vehicle rolled down the drive way with the emergency brake on and in gear. It hit a house and totaled the vehicle. *ph recall#434000

Filed Nov 26, 2002 · Brakes · AZ · crash

Consumer called complaining about having problems with her brakes. Dealer was contacted at the time but nothing was done to the vehicle. Also consumer stated that she was on a collision and the car was a total lost which it means consumer no longer has the vehicle. Ts

Filed Jun 28, 2002 · Brakes · CA · crash

When brakes were applied they did nt hold, causing an accident. Contacted dealer. Master cylinder was shot.

Filed Sep 9, 2001 · Brakes · VA

Noise from front end at all speeds and both sides. Goes away when braks are pressed or when wheel is turned sharp. Happens at all speeds.

Filed Aug 22, 2001 · Brakes · TX

Consumer has two ford mustangs, 1998 affected by recall 00v349000. Vehicle identification numbers are: [xxx] and [xxx]. Local dealership is unable to order the parts from manufacturer to correct the defect until december of 2001. Please provide any additional information/attachments.*ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed May 23, 2001 · Brakes, Engine · CA

The stalling problem is a major safety hazard. The car stalls when the brake pedal is depressed (in neutral gear). The power steering and power brakes also lose power, causing me to do whatever not to crash. I know of other mustangs noticing the same problem. My car was serviced at the dealer for this specific problem, but failed to fix it.

Filed May 16, 2001 · Brakes · TX · crash

00 v 3490 000/parking brake pawl: while making a stop with emergency brake engaged, vehicle commenced to roll down hill and hit another parked car. Dealer / manufacturer were notified, and were unwilling to assist in this matter.

Filed May 1, 2001 · Brakes · GA

The parking brake failed prior to recall notice 00v‑349 causing damage to the right rear of the vehicle

Questions about the 1998 Ford Mustang brakes

Does the 1998 Ford Mustang have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 33 complaints about the brakes of the 1998 Ford Mustang, 14% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1998 Ford Mustang brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1998 Ford Mustang brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 00V349000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Ford Mustang have bad brakes?

The Ford Mustang model years with the most brakes complaints are 2000 (63 complaints), 2015 (51 complaints) and 1999 (44 complaints).