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2005 Ford Mustang Engine Problems

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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.

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
1–30k mi4
30–60k mi2

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • April 27, 2008 · 56,000 miles

    Engine

    A valve lock/cap failed on the number 5 piston and the rotary arm fell into the exhaust valve and destroyed the engine at only 56,000 miles. *tr

    ODI 10229407

  • January 3, 2008 · 41,000 miles

    Engine

    A valve keeper inexplicably failed on my 2005 ford mustang with only 41,000 miles on it causing the #4 cylinder valve to go into the cylinder and damage the piston and cylinder. End result need a whole new engine. *tr

    ODI 10214206

  • December 27, 2006 · 500 miles

    Engine · Vehicle Speed Control

    Tl* - the contact stated that while idling the engine would suddenly rev up to 2500 rpm. The 2005 ford mustang would then lunge forward, causing the vehicle to accelerate without touching the gas pedal. The contact stated that he has been experiencing this failure since he purchase the vehicle. The contact currently has the vehicle at sheltz ford and this is the first time he has brought it to this dealership, but…

    ODI 10177658

  • October 25, 2005 · 5,700 miles

    Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline

    Purchased vehicle in 4/05-problems started in 10/05. Engine light on and engine idle rough on 4 separate occasions. Two sensors, a solenoid, and spark plug replaced on those occasions. Now car is at dealer because it will stall when idle and lose power. This is really not safe when you are entering traffic! Still waiting for the outcome of this. The fuel sending unit needed to be replaced due to erratic fuel…

    ODI 10177998

  • July 3, 2005 · 2,500 miles

    Engine

    After driving my mustang approximately 1 to 1 1/2 hours at highway speeds, i exited the interstate. At the top of the ramp i attempted to merge into traffic but when i pushed the accelerator the car shut off right in the path of oncoming traffic. It did restart so i avoided being struck. Since then it has done it several times even while driving along then accelerating. I have had several close calls due to this…

    ODI 10137433

  • November 21, 2004 · 100 miles

    Engine

    At 100 miles engine developed ticking noise in engine, after 2 dealers, 1 ford rep dealer diagnostic detrermined lifters bad,had to replace lifters.engine had 5600 miles on it b4 they determined problem

    ODI 10123688