2000 Ford Mustang: fire, smoke or burning smell

9 of the 310 complaints about the 2000 Ford Mustang describe fire, smoke or burning smell.

owner complaints: 9
of this car's complaints: 3%
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 14 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Fire, smoke or burning smell by model year

2022
1
2020
6
2019
3
2018
5
2017
10
2016
11
2015
12
2014
2
2013
1
2012
3
2009
2
2007
3
2006
3
2005
8
2003
2
2002
5
2001
2
2000
9
1999
4
1998
10
1997
3
1996
4
1995
33
1994
17
1993
24
1992
12
1991
14
1990
19

What owners say

Filed Oct 5, 2012 · Fuel system · 123,000 miles · IL

Fuel filler neck leaks. This occurs directly over the hot exhaust pipe of the vehicle. The gasoline drips directly on the exhaust pipe under the bend. And next to the gas tank. This is a very dangerous situation as I had a long way to go home and didn't have any water to wash the hot pipes of fuel. The gas continued to drip on the pipe most of the way home. My kids could have been in the back seat if the car caught fire. I have read that this is a common problem on 2000 mustangs. This should be a recalled problem.

Filed Nov 24, 2008 · Fuel system · 132,000 miles · TN

I have written to ford concerning a fuel leak on my 2000 mustang. I was advised to take it to my dealer to diagnose the problem. The service technician informed me that the fuel filler neck was rusted out and had a hole in it due to the placement of a shield on the tube. The shield held in dirt and water which allowed it to rust. It will cost approximately $431.35 to repair. This problem was caused by a design flaw by ford. It is extremely dangerous. I cannot put gas in my car when my children are in it for fear that it will catch on fire. The gas just pours out onto the pavement. Ford needs to issue a recall on this immediately. I should not have to pay for ford?s mistake. I have a copy of the invoice as well as the repair quote from ramey ford in johnson city,tn. I will fax it to you if you wish. Ford has sent me an email stating that not all complaints get investigated. This is a serious safety issue. These cars could possibly catch on fire and explode if this problem is not addressed. All mustang owners whose cars have had this shield placed on the fuel filler tube need to be aware of this safety hazard before someone gets seriously injured or killed. This issue needs to be investigated and fixed immediately. I don't know if any other mustang owners have reported this to the federal safety agency but I have seen postings from mustang owners on several internet forums complaining about this same issue. Please let me know if there is any more information that you need.

Filed Dec 31, 2002 · Electrical · CA · fire

My 2000 ford mustang lost all its power after I just pulled out of a parking lot. I then noticed smoke coming from under the hood on the passenger site. About 1-2 minutes later I saw flames coming from the same place. As I exited the car and closed the door all the interior lights flashed on and a horrid noise came from the front right side of the car. I immediately called the fire department but by the time they arrived 10-15 foot high flames were shooting in the air from the front of the car [this all started to happen incredibly fast] and there also was lots of black smoke. One of the firemen/ladies told me that it looked likr the fire had started in the wiring. All of the front of the car burned out including the hood and someof the dash inside melted and the front windshild started to crack from the heat of the fire.

Filed Nov 12, 2001 · Electrical · GA · fire

Car caught fire about 3 hours after driving it for 30 min.-car is "totaled"

Filed Jul 5, 2001 · Body, Electrical · MO

I purchased this vehicle 10/7/99 and have been taking it in for service since 10/12/99 the dealership has not fixed any of the problems w/the car, in fact my car keeps getting worse. The roof its self leaks and while removing the headliner the dealership caused dents and creases in my roof. They still haven't repaired the dents or the leak. Also, the computer has been going out since day 1 causing a fire smell which the dealership said was the sparks hitting the catalitic converter and causing problems w/the transmission. The car spark knocks constantly, dies while driving, smells like its on fire and has a hard time shifting into gear. The dealership wants to "try to fix it " as they have tried for almost 2 years but any repairs they make will not be warrantied. That is unacceptable! I have contacted a local tv station, written a letter to ford, talked to the dealership owner, called ford customer service and filled out a ford survey. After all of that, no one has been in contact with me.

Filed May 7, 2001 · Brakes, Engine · CA

Consumer states she has had to take vehicle in for several repairs, she experienced a burning smell and smoke coming from the engine, which resulted in oil getting on the engine due to dealer leaving the oil cap off, also water pump had to replaced, as well as the rocker arm gasket.

Filed Dec 23, 2000 · Steering · TX · fire

Rack and pinion boot caught on fire, burned the hood insulation, plastic boot and part of the right front fender

Filed May 4, 2000 · Engine · CA

Vehicle was leaking oil from underneath the hood. Also, consumer was traveling about 65mph and looked though rearview mirrior and noticed black smoke coming from the exhaust pipe.

Filed Jan 27, 2000 · Electrical · CA · fire

Alternatator melted battery wires, and vehicle caught on fire.