1999 Ford Mustang Convertible
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2003 | 35 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 9 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
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COMPLAINT RECEIVED VIA E-MAIL HEADLAMP LENSES ON MY 1999 MUSTANG V-6 HAVE BECOME SO ETCHED THAT THEY FAIL TO PROPERLY ILLUMINATE FOR NIGHT OPERATION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20041109
THE HEADLAMP LENSES ON MY 1999 MUSTANG V-6 HAVE BECOME SO ETCHED THAT THEY FAIL TO PROPERLY ILLUMINATE FOR NIGHT OPERATION. I HAVE 84,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE, BUT HAVE NEVER HAD A VEHICLE HAVE HEADLAMP LENSES THAT DEGRADED IN THIS WAY.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20031104
1 of 9 total reports mentions: seat belts.
1 of 9 total reports mentions: power train.
1 of 9 total reports mentions: power train.
1 of 9 total reports mentions: power train.
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INTAKE MANIFOLD CRACK DESTROYING ENGINE. CYLINDER HEAD SPARK PLUG BLOW OUT. HEATER CORE FAILURE. CONVERTIBLE TOP DETERIORATING. FUEL PUMP FAILURE ALL LESS THAN 1200000
NHTSA ODI report, 20151006
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Ford Mustang Convertible — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1999 Ford Mustang Convertible reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Ford Mustang Convertible?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting:headlights, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Ford Mustang Convertible have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.