2000 Ford Mustang brakes problems

63 complaints (20% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 19,158. 18 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 63
of this car's complaints: 20%
typical mileage: 19,158
crashes: 18
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
19
Conventional
15
Foundation components
5
Pedals and linkages
3
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
3
Foundation components: master cylinder
2
Foundation components: disc: rotor
2
Power assist: vacuum
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

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200k+

Ford Mustang brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 2000 Ford Mustang brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Brake failure 8

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 2000 Ford Mustang owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 9, 2018 · Brakes, Engine · 116,000 miles · NV

Is a big problem shifting in a gear after in first gear starts to sputter and shake believe it's the transmission manual 5-speed also engine overheating and knocking sounds vibrations coming from engine compartment brakes have always been shaky even if applied slowly and softly

Filed Dec 14, 2011 · Brakes · 90,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford mustang. The contact stated that the ABS module malfunctioned, causing the ABS braking system to improperly activate. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was also illuminated. In addition, the traction control malfunctioned. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer but the dealer could not remedy the problem. The dealer advised that the ABS module needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the ABS module for the particular year, make and model was no longer being manufactured and an aftermarket part was not available. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 90,000.

Filed Jun 6, 2008 · Brakes · 13,500 miles · PR · crash · 2 injuries

I 'm having problems with the brakes of my mustang gt 2000. This car has only 13500 driving miles and for three occasions I had been with the brakes because its has the sticking problems (front left side and rear right side). Eventually the pads and calipers turned hot and brakes do not stop the car. The last time of this event the car was on an accidents and we went down on a hill and my car broke down the front part. I was reading in internet many people are having the same problems with mustang from 99-04.

Filed Jan 27, 2007 · Brakes · 50,000 miles · IL

1)break calipers stop functioning 2)break pads and rotors fail prematurely due to uneven wear 3)complete break job with replacement of caliper.

Filed Sep 26, 2005 · Brakes, Seat belts · FL

Dt: the contact owns a 2000 ford mustang. While the vehicle is parked on a hill and the emergency brake is on the vehicle will continue to roll down a hill. The vehicle was purchased in november 2003. The repair shop said that it was something wrong with the emergency brake. The emergency brake, but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN, according to the dealership and the manufacturer. In most cases after the vehicle had been parked for a while with the emergency brake on the vehicle would continue to roll. Also, the contact has been having problems with front driver and passenger seat belts. The passenger side seat belt was worse. The seat belts will not retract, causing the seat belts to get caught in the door. This problem existed since the contact purchased the vehicle.

Filed Jul 30, 2004 · Brakes · 13,056 miles · AZ

Problems with vehicle's power brake booster.*mr the brakes were noisy when used. The brake booster was replaced.

Filed Aug 22, 2003 · Brakes · VA

While driving the vehicle at 45 MPH another vehilce pulled out in front of consumer, causing consumer to slam on brakes. Brakes locked, causing vehicle to skid. Vehicle had extended stopping distance. Dealer had been contacted.

Filed Jul 29, 2003 · Brakes · FL

Consumer states that parking brake does not work properly. Dealer notified.

Filed Jul 10, 2003 · Brakes · NJ

While traveling about 25mph in inclement weather tapped the brakes and vehicle skid into a guardrail.

Filed Jun 24, 2003 · Brakes · CA

Consumer states that the vehicle parking brake does not work. Dealer notified.

Questions about the 2000 Ford Mustang brakes

Does the 2000 Ford Mustang have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 63 complaints about the brakes of the 2000 Ford Mustang, 20% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2000 Ford Mustang brakes problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 19,158 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2000 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).