MYRModel Year Report

2000 Ford Mustang Convertible

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2000 Ford Mustang Convertible
RENDERED 2026-09-16T22:52:39.162Z

Only 20 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 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Mustang Convertible Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2000 highlighted. 1994: 16 complaints 1994 1995: 14 complaints 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 9 complaints 1998: 11 complaints 1998 1999: 9 complaints 2000: 20 complaints 2000 2001: 17 complaints 2003: 35 complaints 2003
2000: 20 complaints
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YearComplaints
199416
199514
19968
19979
199811
19999
200020
200117
200335

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 20 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

5 of 20 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and emission control.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 20 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH FIRE
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THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME CAME TO THE STOP AND SO DID I BUT AS I HIT MY BRAKE SOMETHING BLEW UP IN MY FACE AND MADE ME PUT MY ARMS UP AND I LOST VISIBILITY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160625

Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM and AIR BAGS

ALTERNATOR CAUSED FIRE, SHORTED OUT, ON 2000 FORD MUSTANG GT. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20100929

TIRES

3 of 20 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2 of 20 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

CRASH
VISIBILITY

1 of 20 total reports mentions: visibility.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 FORD MUSTANG GT CONVERTIBLE. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. A LOCAL MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A HOLE IN THE INTAKE MANIFOLD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20111011

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20050922 — DP (closed 20060104)

SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 Ford Mustang Convertible — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 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 2000 Ford Mustang Convertible?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Ford Mustang Convertible have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.