MYRModel Year Report

2003 Ford Mustang Convertible

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2003 Ford Mustang Convertible
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:40:59.302Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
35
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

20% of complaints

Complaints per year

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 35
1994: 16 complaints 1994 1995: 14 complaints 1995 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 9 complaints 1997 1998: 11 complaints 1998 1999: 9 complaints 1999 2000: 20 complaints 2000 2001: 17 complaints 2001 2003: 35 complaints 2003 35
1994: 16 complaints 1994 1995: 14 complaints 1995 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 9 complaints 1997 1998: 11 complaints 1998 1999: 9 complaints 1999 2000: 20 complaints 2000 2001: 17 complaints 2001 2003: 35 complaints 2003 35

2003: 35 complaints

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YearComplaints
199416
199514
19968
19979
199811
19999
200020
200117
200335

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

20% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing engine and exhaust system.

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The most recent being just a few days ago, my vehicle will sometimes have a problem in which it stalls while moving at a slow speed while a gear is not engaged. The car is a 2003 svt Ford Mustang Cobra convertible.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-08

Svt cobra is intermittently stalling while the clutch is fully depressed and decelerating to a stop. This intermittent stalling occurs most frequently at idle. The vehicle has stalled at least ten times in the first 1174 miles of ownership.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-10

Structure

20% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing roof and pillars and hinge and attachments.

Suspension

14% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing rear and wheel bearing.

Vehicle speed control

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

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While driving on the turnpike the cruise control system got stuck causing the car to continue accelerated. I had to hit the gas pedal several times before the system desengaged, avoiding rear ending the vehicle in front of me by just a few feet.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-19

Seat belts

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing rear/other and front.

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As an overweight 6'9" Citizen and phd scientist, I would like to know what safety tests are done for people that deviate from a normal size and weight.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-20

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2005-07-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-09-13 Accelerator pedal interference
  2. I
    2005-09-22Defect petitionClosed 2006-01-04 Spark plug ejection from cylinder head

Buy-smart checklist

2003 Ford Mustang Convertible — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 5 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Ford Mustang Convertible?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Ford Mustang Convertible have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.