2017 Ford Mustang: engine stalls while driving

Filed May 24, 2024 · Engine · 83,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH and making a U-turn, the engine overheated, and the vehicle stalled. There was smoke coming from the tail pipe. There was an abnormal odor of coolant in the vehicle. The contact opened the hood and noticed that the engine oil was milky, and the coolant reservoir was empty. The engine overheated, and the message “Limited Power Due to Overheating” was displayed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact researched the failure and indicated that the failure was due to the head gasket and engine. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The contact was referred to the dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.

Filed Oct 7, 2022 · Transmission · 94,000 miles · KS

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was stalling with the powertrain malfunction light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle would no longer accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle had not lost motive power but was inoperable. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced because there was no transmission fluid in the transmission. The contact stated that no warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact was informed that two unknown cylinders also needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then towed to two other independent mechanics where the previous diagnosis was confirmed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened and the contact was advised to file a complaint with the federal safety agency Hotline. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.

Filed Sep 28, 2022 · Engine · 13,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle intermittently experienced surging, hesitation, and a loss of motive power. On one occasion while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the air compressor and battery had failed, causing two engine belts to malfunction. No further information was available. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 13,000.

Filed Apr 2, 2022 · Body, Locks · WI

Door would open while driving, warning lamp would then appear "door ajar". Happens to both passenger and drivers side. Has happened 48 times, since June 2020. It happens at different speeds, anything from 70 mph, to pulling into a parking stall (2 mph). Dealer looked at it, they said they consulted Ford, and there is nothing they could do. (Today, (4/1/22), it happened 3 times in 1 day, passenger side twice, and drivers side once) I fear for my safety and the safety of my passengers.

Filed Jun 15, 2020 · Transmission · 35,250 miles · IL

Clutch failed in 3rd gear while traveling down a four lane street. Car stalled in traffic and would not restart. Almost caused an accident with driver following vehicle due to sudden stall. Car would not restart due to being stuck in gear. Recently received service at two ford dealerships. Notified dealers of strong burning smell coming from car and noise being made by transmission in 2nd and 3rd gear. Was informed that the problem was remedied. Two days later, car stalled in traffic and clutch pedal fell to the floor and stuck there.

Filed Nov 7, 2019 · Engine, Fuel system · 55,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ford mustang. After the vehicle was fueled, it stalled when stopped at a stop sign or red light. In addition, the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the purge valve needed to be replaced. Tallahassee ford lincoln (243 n magnolia dr, tallahassee, fl 32301, (850) 877-1171) was called and the contact was waiting for a call back. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was 55,000.

Filed Aug 2, 2019 · Engine · 19,400 miles · TX · fire

2017 ford mustang gt premium with less than 20k miles while driving stalled and engine caught fire. No prior warnings, smells or leaks on the garage floor. I have the fire report and all other documents but couldn't get them to upload.