2000 Ford Mustang steering problems

13 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 13
of this car's complaints: 4%
crashes: 2
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Rack and pinion
2
Linkages: tie rod assembly
1
Linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm
1
Hydraulic power assist: pump
1
Hydraulic power assist: power steering fluid
1
Hydraulic power assist system
1
Electric power assist system
1
Column locking: anti-theft device
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

75k-100k

100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Ford Mustang steering problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 2000 Ford Mustang steering

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

Power steering loss 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2000 Ford Mustang owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 18, 2008 · Steering · 110,000 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford mustang. The contact stated that the steering was making a noise. The following day, he found fluid on the floor. The contact is a mechanic and diagnosed the failure. He found metal rubbing against the rubber, which caused the rubber to wear and leak. The contact will replace the rubbers. The current and failure mileages were 110,000.

Filed Feb 18, 2005 · Steering · 82,000 miles · CA

Power steering stopped working while consumer was driving. Consumer was able to drive the vehicle home. However, no repairs had been made at this time.

Filed Jan 7, 2004 · Steering, Suspension · 31,600 miles · VA

While driving a knocking noise was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle. The driver took the vehicle to dealer for analysis and the mecahnic indicated that the rear end was bad. *ak (bearing ring pinion gear) the consumer was told by the mechanic that this was a common problem with theses vehicles.

Filed Nov 25, 2003 · Body, Steering · 16,000 miles · CA

While driving at 30 MPH, the consumer felt that the vehicle had no power and was unresponsive. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic, who informed the consumer that two engine mounting bolts were loose. The mechanic also had to replace the power steering pump. The manufacturer and the dealer are aware of the problem.

Filed Feb 5, 2003 · Steering · TX

Steering bolt came loose. Dealer notified.

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 Nov 7, 2000 · Brakes, Electrical · MA

When applying brakes gear skipped and and brakes became loose. No braking power. Also, consumer was having electrical problems which caused defects in the alarm.

Filed Oct 26, 2000 · Steering · TX · crash · 1 injury

Vehicle ran off of road on left side and struck dirt embankment. Initial point of impact to left front of vehicle.

Filed Jul 30, 2000 · Brakes, Steering · WA

Power steering fluid leaking at brake booster fitting-booster assembly replaced.

Filed Jun 13, 2000 · Steering, Transmission · CA

Substantially loud swirling, hissing, grinding, whinning noises from the transmission, clutch, and driveline (drive shaft) area. Four (4) times with same problem. Vehicle with dealer as of may 24, 2000 till present.

Questions about the 2000 Ford Mustang steering

Does the 2000 Ford Mustang have steering problems?

Owners have filed 13 complaints about the steering of the 2000 Ford Mustang, 4% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2000 Ford Mustang steering problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Ford Mustang steering?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Ford Mustang have bad steering?

The Ford Mustang model years with the most steering complaints are 1995 (30 complaints), 2011 (25 complaints) and 1998 (22 complaints).