1990 Ford Mustang problems
The Ford Mustang is a series of American automobiles manufactured by Ford. In continuous production since 1964, the Mustang is currently the longest-produced Ford car nameplate. Currently in its seventh generation, it is the fifth-best selling Ford car nameplate. The namesake of the "pony car" automobile segment, the Mustang was developed as a highly styled line of sporty coupes and convertibles derived from existing model lines, initially distinguished by "long hood, short deck" proportions.
Originally predicted to sell 100,000 vehicles yearly, the 1965 Mustang became the most successful vehicle launch since the 1927 Model A. Introduced on April 17, 1964 (16 days after the Plymouth Barracuda), over 400,000 units were sold in its first year; the one-millionth Mustang was sold within two years of its launch. In August 2018, Ford produced the 10-millionth Mustang; matching the first 1965 Mustang, the vehicle was a 2019 Wimbledon White convertible with a V8 engine.
The success of the Mustang launch led to multiple competitors from other American manufacturers, including the Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird (1967), AMC Javelin (1968), and Dodge Challenger (1970). It also competed with the Plymouth Barracuda, which was launched around the same time. The Mustang also had an effect on designs of coupes worldwide, leading to the marketing of the Toyota Celica and Ford Capri in the United States (the latter, by Lincoln-Mercury). The Mercury Cougar was launched in 1967 as a unique-bodied higher-trim alternative to the Mustang; during the 1970s, it included more features and was marketed as a personal luxury car.
From 1965 until 2004, the Mustang shared chassis commonality with other Ford model lines, staying rear-wheel-drive throughout its production. From 1965 to 1973, the Mustang was derived from the 1960 Ford Falcon compact. From 1974 until 1978, the Mustang (denoted Mustang II) was a longer-wheelbase version of the Ford Pinto. From 1979 until 2004, the Mustang shared its Fox platform chassis with 14 other Ford vehicles (becoming the final one to use the Fox architecture). Since 2005, Ford has produced two generations of the Mustang, each using a distinct platform unique to the model line.
Through its production, multiple nameplates have been associated with the Ford Mustang series, including GT, Mach 1, Boss 302/429, Cobra (separate from Shelby Cobra), and Bullitt, along with "5.0" fender badging (denoting 4.9 L OHV or 5.0 L DOHC V8 engines).
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Common 1990 Ford Mustang problems
The 1990 Ford Mustang, like any other car, is prone to certain common problems that owners have reported over the years. Here are some of the most frequently mentioned issues and their details:
- Lack of Cup Holders: The 1990 Ford Mustang was designed without cup holders, making it difficult to securely hold beverages during long drives or cruises.
- Worn Out Headlights: The headlights of the 1990 Mustang can become hazy or damaged due to road debris, UV rays, harsh cleaners, and heat from incandescent bulbs. This can reduce light output and affect visibility.
- Broken Ashtray Door Hinge: The ashtray door hinge in the 1990 Mustang can break over time, causing the door to flop open or closed. This can be fixed with hinge repairs, hinge parts, or replacement ashtray doors.
- Faulty Window Motors: The window motors in the 1990 Mustang can wear out over time, causing the windows to become inoperable. This can affect airflow and make drive-thru orders more difficult.
- Broken Door Handles: The OEM door handles in the 1990 Mustang are made from hard plastic that can become brittle over time, leading to breakage. Aftermarket solutions offer metal versions, but many restored Mustangs may opt for OEM door handles.
- Saggy or Loose Doors: The door pins and hinges in the 1990 Mustang can wear out, causing the door to become saggy or loose. This can lead to accelerated wear on the door striker, weatherstrip, and door latch, and can also affect the weatherstripping's function.
- Damaged OEM Wheels: The OEM wheels in the 1990 Mustang can become oxidized and damaged over time, with no way to replace the whole wheel. Aftermarket solutions are available, but many restored Mustangs may prefer OEM-style replacement wheels.
- Twisted Frame Rails and Cracked Torque Boxes: Due to the large engine up front and the tendency of Mustang owners to utilize said large engine, twisted frame rails, and cracked torque boxes are quite common in the 1990 Mustang. These issues can affect the car's structural integrity and should be addressed promptly.
- Water Pump and Rear Main Seal Leaks: The water pump and rear main seal in the 1990 Mustang can leak, causing engine coolant and oil to leak out respectively. These issues can lead to engine damage if not addressed promptly.
- Transmission Issues: The T5 transmission in the 1990 Mustang can have issues with reverse and 3rd gear, while the AOD transmission can have issues with downshifting. The Limited Slip Differential can also have issues with the Trak Lok.
- Electrical Issues: Electrical issues, such as faulty horn buttons, can also be a common problem in the 1990 Mustang.
While these issues can be concerning, many of them can be addressed with the right parts and technical guides. It's important to thoroughly inspect any 1990 Mustang before purchasing and to address any issues promptly to ensure the car's longevity and safety.
Are 1990 Mustangs reliable?
The 1990 Ford Mustang Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5. It ranks 21st out of 32 for all car brands.
Are old Mustangs hard to maintain?
Older models of Mustang are easy to maintain. They were built to be tough and are less likely to experience serious mechanical issues from the get-go. Models with minor strain over their lifetimes will be the easiest and cheapest to fix up.
How reliable are Foxbody Mustangs?
Reliability Rating: 9/10
After an up-and-down lifespan, the final model year of the Fox Mustang went out with a bang.
What year Mustang has the least problems?
The 2008 year is one of the standouts of the fifth generation Mustang and deserves to be called the most reliable Ford Mustang year. For starters, the 2008 Mustang received a perfect reliability score of 5.0 out of 5.0 from Consumer Reports.
Are 1990 Mustangs reliable?
The 1990 Ford Mustang Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5. It ranks 21st out of 32 for all car brands.
Are old Mustangs hard to maintain?
Older models of Mustang are easy to maintain. They were built to be tough and are less likely to experience serious mechanical issues from the get-go. Models with minor strain over their lifetimes will be the easiest and cheapest to fix up.
How reliable are Foxbody Mustangs?
Reliability Rating: 9/10
After an up-and-down lifespan, the final model year of the Fox Mustang went out with a bang.
What year Mustang has the least problems?
The 2008 year is one of the standouts of the fifth generation Mustang and deserves to be called the most reliable Ford Mustang year. For starters, the 2008 Mustang received a perfect reliability score of 5.0 out of 5.0 from Consumer Reports.
1990 Ford Mustang car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Mustang problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Air bags problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1990 Ford Mustang vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1990 Ford Mustang
The NHTSA has received 114 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1990 Ford Mustang. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1990 Ford Mustang vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-03-28
- VIN: 1FACP45E7LF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY
- Summary: THE WINDOWS WON'T ROLL DOWN AND I'VE SPENT A WHOLE DAY AND AROUND $100 TRYING TO FIX IT. ALL I WANT IS WORKING WINDOWS, CAN I GET SOME MANUAL DOORS? *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-03-30
- VIN: 1FACP44E6LF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1990 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE TURN SIGNALS AND AIR CONDITIONER WOULD NOT FUNCTION. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CORRECT THE FAILURE BY SLIGHTLY TURNING BACK THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-05-26
- VIN: 1FACP4183LF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DT: THE CONTACT OWNS A 1990 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATES THAT THE MOTOR CAUGHT ON FIRE AND MELTED THE WIRING UNDER THE HOOD. THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT. THE CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK ON THE VEHICLE. PICUTRES ARE AVAILABLE IF NEEDED.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-01-21
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG EXPLODED INJURING THE CONSUMER. *PH THE AIR BAG EXPLODED IN THE CONSUMERS FACE AND INJURED HER BADLY. *SC *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,VISIBILITY,TIRES,WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-15
- VIN: IFACP41A9LF
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,VISIBILITY,TIRES,WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THERE ARE 54,000 MILES ON THE CAR. I BOUGHT THE CAR END OF NOVEMBER WHEN THERE WERE ONLY 49,000 MILES ON IT. THE PAINT IS PEELING VERY BADLY ON THE FRONT BUMPER. I INQUIRED ABOUT A REPAINT AND IT WAS GOING TO BE WELL OVER $5,800. I HAD TO PUT 3 TRANSMISSIONS IN THE CAR (IN ABOUT END OF FEBRUARY, AGAIN IN ABOUT 3 WEEKS ANOTHER ONE HAD TO BE PUT IN) I ONLY PAID ABOUT $1,100.00 FOR THE TRANSMISSION AND THE OTHERS WERE COVERED BY THE MECHANICS WARRANTY. THE TRANSMISSION THAT WAS IN THERE WAS FRIED WHEN THEY SOLD IT TO ME. A RIM HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE IT WAS BENT WHICH COSTED $45.00. I HAD TO REPLACE THE COOLING SYSTEM ($800.00) (JUNE 24 2003) BECAUSE IT WAS NOT WORKING AT ALL. THE ENGINE HAD OVER HEATED CAUSING THE RADIO TO MALFUNCTION. A/C DOES NOT WORK AT ALL, IT BLOWS HOT AIR. HEATER WORKS BUT IT TAKES A VERY LONG TIME BEFORE HEAT COMES OUT. IF THE CAR COULD JUST BE REPAINTED BY FORD, I?LL PAY A DEDUCTABLE IF NECESSARY BECAUSE IT IS A VERY NICE CAR AND I LOVE THE WAY IT DRIVES AND HANDLES. NOTHING COMPARES TO THE MUSTANG, BUT THE PAINT PEELING SOMETIMES IS A BIT EMBARRASSING BECAUSE IT?S A NICE CAR, WELL MAINTAINED, BUT THE PAINT IS PEELING. IS THERE ANYTHING I CAN DO TO MAKE FORD REPAINT MY CAR FOR ME?
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-12-08
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. CONSUMER MANAGED TO PULL OVER BY SHIFTING TO NEUTRAL TO DECELERATE THE VEHICLE. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-11-05
- VIN: 11111111111
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I HAVE A FORD MUSTANG 1990. THE ELECTRONICAL SYSTEM HAS GONE DOWN THE TOLIET. BOTH THE ELECTRONICAL FRONT WINDOWS AND THE AUTOMATIC LOCKS BARELY WORK. BOTH THE FRONT WINDOWS WORK BUT AS THEY ARE ROLLING UP THEY SQUEAK LIKE NO OTHER. THE LOCKING MECHANISMS ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE HAVE A MIND OF THERE OWN AND RARELY LOCK OR JUST LOCK ONE SIDE. I HAVE TRIED TO FIX THIS ALL IN VAIN. SUCKS TO HAVE ELECTRONICAL LOCKS AND WINDOWS IN A 1990 FORD MUSTANG. THANKS- RUMIT. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-30
- VIN: 1FACP42E5LF
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: I AM WRITING TO COMPLAIN ABOUT HEADLIGHT/FOGLIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY AND THE POTENTIAL SAFETY PROBLEM IT CAN CREATE ON 1987-1993, FORD MUSTANG GTS. *AK I, ALONG WITH MANY OTHERS HAVE HAD MY HEADLIGHTS TURN OFF FOR NO APPARENT REASON AT NIGHT. UPON INVESTIGATING THIS PROBLEM ON WWW.CORRAL.NET, I FOUND OUT THAT THE REASON THE HEADLIGHTS TURN OFF IS THAT FORD USED AN INSUFFICIENT GAUGE WIRE TO ROUTE POWER TO THE FOGLIGHTS. A TECH ARTICLE (HTTP://WWW.CORRAL.NET/TECH/) WAS WRITTEN BY ONE OF THE CORRAL.NET MEMBERS ON HOW TO REMEDY THIS SITUATION. I WAS JUST BRINGING IT TO YOUR ATTENTION THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM AND I CANNOT BELIEVE THERE WAS NEVER A SAFETY RECALL ISSUED. LOSING YOUR HEADLIGHTS AT NIGHT IS AN OBVIOUS PROBLEM AND HAZARD TO EVERYONE ON THE ROAD.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1FACP41E1LF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, CONSUMER STATEED THE WIPERS, LIGHTS, HEATER, RADIO ETC., DOES NOT WORK UNTIL THE KEYS ARE MOVED AROUND. CONSUMER THINKS IT MAY BE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-10-20
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1FACP42E0LF
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN AT A STOP AND WITHOUT WARNING THE ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO PULL OVER AND THE VEHICLE TO BE NON DRIVABLE. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-06-18
- VIN: NOT AVAILAB
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING RIGHT FRONT RIM CRACKED, CAUSING WHEEL TO SHAKE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-01-16
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1FACP44E6LF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE MY CAR WAS IN FOR INVESTIGATION (SEE OID#75644 FOR THROTTLE ASSEMBLY FAILURE) THE DEALER REPLACED IGNITION SWITCH MODULE FROM RECALL THAT HAD NEVER BEEN DONE BY PREVIOUS OWNER. SUBSEQUENTLY, WHILE DRIVING THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON AND CAR LOST POWER. SMOKE ROSE FROM UNDER THE HOOD. I ROLLED INTO A PARKING LOT AND OPENED THE HOOD WHERE I FOUND THE WIRING HARNESS TO THE ALTERNATOR IN FLAMES. I UNPLUGGED IT AND PUT OUT THE FIRE. THE FIRE FLARED UP 2 MORE TIMES BEFORE DYING OUT.*AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-08-08
- VIN: 1FACP44A7LF
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: CONSUMER FOUND THAT THE LEFT REAR AXLE SEAL WAS BAD AND DESTROYED THE BRAKES ON THE REAR AXLE. SO A COMPLETE BRAKE OVERHAUL ON THE REAR AXLE, ALONG WITH REPLACING THE SEAL. *YD
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1FACP44A7LF
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER SAW LARGE SMOKE CLOUD COMING FROM BEHIND THE CAR. WHEN STOPPED, THERE WAS A LARGE PUDDLE OF TRANSMISSION FLUID ON THE GROUND AND THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. *YD
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-08-08
- VIN: 1FACP44A7LF
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: CONSUMER FOUND THAT THE LEFT REAR AXLE SEAL WAS BAD AND DESTROYED THE BRAKES ON THE REAR AXLE. SO A COMPLETE BRAKE OVERHAUL ON THE REAR AXLE, ALONG WITH REPLACING THE SEAL. *YD
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1FACP44A7LF
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER SAW LARGE SMOKE CLOUD COMING FROM BEHIND THE CAR. WHEN STOPPED, THERE WAS A LARGE PUDDLE OF TRANSMISSION FLUID ON THE GROUND AND THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. *YD
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-01-02
- VIN: 1FACP44E6LF
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE SOUTH OF WASHINGTON DC THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY WENT INTO UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION TO SPEEDS IN EXCESS OF 80+ MPH. WHILE MANEUVERING AROUND CARS I STOOD FULL WEIGHT (200LBS) ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WITH MINIMAL CHANGE, THE VEHICLE STILL ACCELERATED APPROACHING 90. THE PEDAL WAS NOT STUCK, NOR WAS THE CRUISE CONTROL ON. I HAD TO TURN THE CAR OFF ELIMINATING THE POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES WHILE IN TRAFFIC DRIVING OVER 80 MPH. OTHER DRIVERS WERE FORCED TO TAKE EVASIVE ACTIONS. LUCKILY, NO CONTACT BETWEEN VEHICLES OCCURRED. MY CAR CAME TO REST SKIDDING ON GRAVEL OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. NEITHER MYSELF NOR DAUGHTER WERE INJURED. THE CHOKE CABLE LINKAGE ASSEMBLY FAILED CAUSING THE UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-11-27
- VIN: PLEASE FILL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: REAR AXLE IS SLIGHTLY OFF ON BOTH SIDES BY A 15 DEGREE ANGLE, CAUSING LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1992-06-01
- VIN: 1FACP42E4LF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE ENGINE WOULD STALL WHEN SLOWING FOR A STOP OR TO TURN A CORNER. THIS WOULD OCCUR REGULARLY THROUGH THE LIFE OF THE CAR. REPLACING THE TFI MODULE WOULD SOLVE THE PROBLEM FOR ABOUT 6-9 MONTHS BEFORE FAILING AGAIN. IT HAS BEEN REPLACED 4 TIMES NOW. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1992-06-01
- VIN: 1FACP42E4LF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE ENGINE WOULD STALL WHEN SLOWING FOR A STOP OR TO TURN A CORNER. THIS WOULD OCCUR REGULARLY THROUGH THE LIFE OF THE CAR. REPLACING THE TFI MODULE WOULD SOLVE THE PROBLEM FOR ABOUT 6-9 MONTHS BEFORE FAILING AGAIN. IT HAS BEEN REPLACED 4 TIMES NOW. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-11-01
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FAACP41A67
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END COLLISION AT 30 MPH WITH A WOODEN FENCE THAT RESULTED IN AIR BAG DEPLOYING, BUT NO AIR WAS IN THE BAGS. DEALER HAS YET TO BE CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Fire: 1
- VIN: FILL IN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WAS PARKING VEHICLE AND NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. LEFT VEHICLE TO CHECK UNDER HOOD AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. FIRE HAD EXTINGUISHED BYITSELF. ENTIRE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE, UNDER THE HOOD, WAS DAMAGED. VEHICLE WAS TOWED. AFTER CHECKING UNDER THE HOOD MECHANIC INDICATED THAT PROBLEM WAS ALTERNATOR. *AK
PARKING BRAKE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FATP41A5LF
- Components: PARKING BRAKE
- Summary: WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON A SLIGHT INCLINE, EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKE RELEASED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO ROLL INTO A TREE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THE BRAKE HAS NEVER WORKED PROPERLY FROM THE DAY VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED, CONSUMER STATES THE BRAKE SLIPS WHEN IT IS PULLED HARD, BUT DOES NOT CATCH.*JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-08-20
- VIN: 1FALP45E6LF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: AFTER PARKING IN THE GARAGE I TURNED OFF THE IGNITION, THE KEY BURNED MY HAND IT WAS SO HOT! THEN MULTIPLE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS APPEARED. THE TURN SIGNALS NO LONGER FUNCTIONED, THE CAR WOULD STALL AT LOW SPEEDS, THE AIR CONDITIONER WOULD NOT COME ON, CONVERTIBLE TOP WOULD NOT FUNCTION. THE IGNITION RECALL HAD ALREADY BEEN PREFORMED ON MY CAR PRIOR TO THESE PROBLEMS. THE FORD DEALERSHIP FOUND THE SWITCH BURNED, AND THE WIRING ASSEMBLY MELTED.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-08-16
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1FACP45E3LF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I PARKED CAR AND WENT IN HOUSE. 20 MINUTES LATER CAR WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES. FIRE MARSHALL SAID IGNITION SWITCH WAS TO BLAME AFTER INVESTIGATION.*AK
1990 Ford Mustang recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 1990 Ford Mustang.
- Manufacturer: DOPE, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
- Manufacturer: SABERSPORT
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
- Manufacturer: K2 MOTOR CORPORATION
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
- Manufacturer: CK MOTORSPORT, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
- Summary: THE IGNITION SWITCH COULD EXPERIENCE AN INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUIT.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE OVERHEATING, SMOKE, AND POSSIBLY FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN AREA OF THE VEHICLE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.
Negative 1990 Ford Mustang car reviews
Positive 1990 Ford Mustang car reviews
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Hey there! The only way to go!
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I really like my car, but it has had some issues. The transmission went out at 120,000 miles, the water pump at 121,000, and the alternator at 122,000. Despite these setbacks, I'm still holding onto hope that everything will eventually be alright.
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It sounds like you have a great car! The precision handling and nice sounding engine make for a really enjoyable ride. Plus, it's super comfortable!
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Great car! It's awesome to hear that you're enjoying your 1990 Ford Mustang GT so much. It sounds like it has some serious power and is a lot of fun to drive. Plus, with all the aftermarket parts available, you can really make it your own. Thanks for sharing your experience!
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Back in the early 90's, they saved my life several times in NY. They were even more helpful in South Bend, IN when they helped us out during a snowstorm. They made sure my wife and I got back to NY safely for Christmas and later back to IN. Unfortunately, we had to replace the transmission under a silent recall at an IN Ford dealership. When I lost my hearing, I gave the car to my dad to trade in with his Bronco for an Expedition.
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Are you having problems with your 1990 Ford Mustang?
Johann Hagenes 2024-10-04
No major problems in 108k miles. Even though the v8 was a bit underpowered compared to modern performance cars, it still provided a smooth ride. Traction was extremely poor in snow, but the comfortable seats and easy-to-use controls made up for it. The standard rims had limited tire selection, but overall it was a great car. Fuel economy could be better, but that's to be expected with a v8 engine. Although the exterior design was dated, it still had its own charm.
Nathan Fay 2024-08-09
Hello! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share with you my experience with this amazing car that I purchased back in 11/93 when it only had 35k miles on it. It was already in great condition and had been well taken care of by its previous owner, who was most likely not a muscle car enthusiast. However, I couldn't resist getting my hands on it and taking it for a spin. Fast forward 13 years later and this car is now less than 3k miles away from reaching 300k miles! Can you believe it? And the best part is that it still has the original engine and transmission, which have never been replaced. Of course, I've had to replace some of the normal wear and tear items like the alternator, brakes, tires, fuel pump, heater core, lock actuators, passenger window motor gear, struts and a recalled ECM, but that's to be expected. Despite all of this, the car still runs as smoothly as the day I bought it and has been a fantastic investment. Thank you for letting me share my story with you!
Dennis Swift 2024-05-28
I used to own a 5.0 Mustang, which was a great car to drive. However, I did experience a few issues such as the automatic transmission failing at 50,000 miles, which unfortunately was out of warranty. I had to spend $1500.00 to get it rebuilt. Additionally, I had some problems with stalling due to the TFI ignition module, fuel pump kicking out because of the impact switch in the trunk, and leaking headlight housings, which is a common issue for Ford products. Despite these issues, I still enjoyed driving the car.
Olin Towne 2024-05-18
I bought my mustang with over 100,000 miles on it, and it has been a great car. When something does break, it is easy to work on and parts are easy to find. If you're looking for a Mustang to buy, I would recommend going with the 5 speed, 5.0 litre coupe. The automatic has problems, as does the convertible's top.
Gordon O'Conner 2024-04-24
This is a great car to drive short distances. However, the poor suspension and lack of good seats make long drives difficult. On the bright side, the sound system is good, but you may need to turn up the volume when driving over 45 miles per hour (and in this car, the fun begins much faster than that!)