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2005 Roush Mustang GT problems

The most common problem on the 2005 Roush Mustang GT is electrical system. Its complaint count is close to a typical Mustang GT model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
2
Worst area
Electrical

The worst 2005 Roush Mustang GT problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    1

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  • Electrical
    1

Recalls 2

Suspension: frontReported August 8, 2006 · 745 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles built on the ford mustang gt chassis, the anti-roll bar attachment bracket on the front strut can separate from the strut housing due to inconsistent welding.
Risk
If the broken bracket contacts the tire, sidewall damage can occur, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install new struts free of charge. The recall began on september 18, 2006. Owners may contact roush at 1‑866‑307‑6788.

Recall number 06V310000 · Recall details

Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactiveReported May 31, 2005 · 680 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain altered passenger vehicles equipped with roush leather seat packages, the occupant classification system (ocs) sensor system can intermittently deactivate the passenger air bag and illuminate the dash display showing "passenger airbag deactivated" while the vehicle is operating.
Risk
In certain crash conditions, the passenger's air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury to a seat occupant.
Remedy
Roush is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Roush will replace the passenger side seat cushion with a "service pack." the "service pack" will contain a stock seat cushion and an ocs that has been properly calibrated for the installation of leather seat covers. Roush will then recover the passenger seat cushion with a different leather, and will also modify the driver's side seat cushion with a matching foam and leather for asesthetic reasons. The recall began on september 6, 2005. Owners may contact roush at 1‑800‑597‑6874.

Recall number 05V274000 · Recall details

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What 2005 Roush Mustang GT owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 14, 2017 · Electrical · ID

The speedometer is not working. Says I'm going 110 miles an hour when doing around 55 MPH. I know this is a common issue with this year of mustang.

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Questions about the 2005 Roush Mustang GT

Is the 2005 Roush Mustang GT reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2005 Roush Mustang GT, close to a typical Mustang GT model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Roush Mustang GT?

Electrical system, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2005 Roush Mustang GT have?

2 recalls, covering suspension and air bags.

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