1999 Ford Mustang Vehicle Speed Control Problems
- 17
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 17 stored complaint records:
- 6 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- cruise control · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Vehicle Speed Control
I have having issues with wiring. Wide shield wipers don't work, multiple head lights are out and dome light stays on sometimes
ODI 11067021
Vehicle Speed Control
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford mustang. The contact stated that after making a left turn the vehicle suddenly accelerated to higher speeds. When he tried to apply the brakes, the vehicle continued to accelerate and he crashed into an embankment. A police report was filed. The contact was injured due to him immediately ejecting from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and a diagnostic test…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10382829
Vehicle Speed Control
This vehicle was purchased in july 1999. The vehicle will suddenly accelerate to 40 mph without giving any gas. The vehicle has been taken to the dealer paul cornies ford richmond st. Chatham ont. On 6 occasions, every 6 months for this problem. I feel compelled to make your agency aware of the problem as this situation is very unsafe . I may be reached at my canadian address robert webb [redacted]. Chatham ont.…
ODI 762467
Vehicle Speed Control
Consumer had an accident due to a defect with the cruise control speed cable as mentioned in recall 99 v 062 001. This vehicle was not part of recall due to vin. *ak. Consumer states the cruise control was set at 53 mph, consumer attempted to hit the brakes after seeing a vehicle stopped, but the vehicle would not slow down, and consumer hit the other vehicle, consumer suffered neck injuries.*jb
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 8009866
Gasoline · Roof And Pillars · Unknown Or Other · Vehicle Speed Control
Ford mustang conv. 1999 3.8 liter engine. Reported engine problems/acceleration probs 3 times to dealerships ( one time to another dealership outside ford jurisdiction that noticed excessive gasket leakage) before 12,000 miles. Finally, after _x0013_not being able to find problem_x0014_ all dealership visits, finally replaced w/ refurbished engine demonstrating same problem at 31207 miles approximately. (please…
ODI 742893
Control Module (Tcm, Pcm) · Power Adjust · Vehicle Speed Control
Pre-accident conditions: daylight, raining, car stopped at red light. A few minutes prior to arriving at the red light the driver's power seat moved all the way forward completly on its own accord after stopping at the red light i re-adjusted the driver's seat and when the light turned green i proceeded making a right turn in my normal "old lady" fashion. About 3/4 through the 90 degree turn the rear wheels lost…
Crash reported
ODI 738545
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Vehicle Speed Control
While pulling out of a parking lot vehicle suddenly accelerated and crashed into rear end of another vehicle. Consumer had brakes applied in an attempt to stop vehicle, leaving skid marks on road. Manufacturer informed consumer that his vehicle was not included in any recall for throttle control cable. Please provide any additional information/attachments. *ak
Crash reported
ODI 889704
Vehicle Speed Control
Consumer received recall letter (99v062) regarding a possible defective cruise control cable. Consumer brought in the vehicle at 7:30 a.m. For repairs and was told to pick up the vehicle at 4:30. Consumer arrived at 4:37 and the repairs were not done, but vehicle had an extra 32 miles on it as if it had been driven after delivery. Repairs still have not been done due to lack of parts and poor. *yc
ODI 548012
Vehicle Speed Control
I was driving south on i-85 with the cruise control set at 65 on a clear day. The vehicle went into a skid, and before i could stop the skid i hit the guardrail. There has been a recall on the cruise control for my vehicle (recall 99s09) which i believe contributed to this accident.
Crash reported
ODI 715597
Caliper · Vehicle Speed Control
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION. *SLC
ODI 552124
Vehicle Speed Control
Recall 99s09 for the cruise control system not performed due to lack of parts. 99v062.
ODI 544958
Vehicle Speed Control
While waiting to go into traffic vehicle leaped ahead, causing consumer to hit a pickup truck. One injury was sustained. *ak
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 836567
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving vehicle unexpectedly accelerates to very high rpms without warning, causing loss of vehicle control. Also, brakes fail to stop vehicle, even when brake pedal is forced down, cause unknown. Please give any further details.*ak
ODI 8003207
Vehicle Speed Control
While making a stop the vehicle vehicle would acclerate, causing vehicle to lose control. Please provide further information. *ak
ODI 850661
Vehicle Speed Control
Car idles too high, will maintian speed with no pedal pressure. In traffic must brake continually to slow car down. Car initially would not idle at all, idle air control valve was replaced. Now car has varying high idle. After four repair attempts problem still exists.*ak
ODI 752010
Vehicle Speed Control
The car lurches forward or backward without warning after placing in gear. Rpms go down, then surge causing vehicle to "launch" whatever direction you're aimed at. This has been going on or 1 1/2 years. 25 days in shop to no avail. Blaine @ ford customer assistance, is well aware of it (file # 203312)yet nothing is being done. The car is fast, runs clean, uses no oil, performs well, except for the launching…
ODI 743396
Automatic Transmission · Door · Foundation Components · Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) · Vehicle Speed Control
Cruise control recall repair 99v-062001 completed however fails and does not work properly causing unwanted acceleration on occassions. *mjs
ODI 551546