MYRModel Year Report

1999 Ford Mustang GT

▲ Better than typical
1999 Ford Mustang GT
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:01:32.610Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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
36
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

64% of complaints

Complaints per year

1996: 32 complaints 1996 1997: 23 complaints 1998: 53 complaints 1999: 36 complaints 1999 36 2000: 64 complaints 2001: 59 complaints 2002: 48 complaints 2002 2003: 51 complaints 2004: 14 complaints 2004 2005: 163 complaints 2006: 151 complaints 2006
1996: 32 complaints 1996 1997: 23 complaints 1997 1998: 53 complaints 1998 1999: 36 complaints 1999 36 2000: 64 complaints 2000 2001: 59 complaints 2001 2002: 48 complaints 2002 2003: 51 complaints 2003 2004: 14 complaints 2004 2005: 163 complaints 2005 2006: 151 complaints 2006
1996: 32 complaints 1996 1997: 23 complaints 1997 1998: 53 complaints 1998 1999: 36 complaints 1999 36 2000: 64 complaints 2000 2001: 59 complaints 2001 2002: 48 complaints 2002 2003: 51 complaints 2003 2004: 14 complaints 2004 2005: 163 complaints 2005 2006: 151 complaints 2006

1999: 36 complaints

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YearComplaints
199632
199723
199853
199936
200064
200159
200248
200351
200414
2005163
2006151

Known problem areas

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

Engine and engine cooling

64% · 23 reports

Most commonly citing engine and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

Vehicle speed control

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing cruise control.

CRASH
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When slowing down vehicle idle speed drops,and suddenly picks up, causing car to lurch forward.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-29

Computer controlled idle defective, idle surges unpredictably. Occurs mostly when stopped. Idle fluctuates between 500 and 1000. Sometimes will stall and other times will lurch forward against the brakes.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-05-28

Seats

6% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing recliner.

Air bags

6% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHINJURY
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Accident head on and then rolled once and airbags didn't deploy.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-12-02

My son was involved in an accident with our 1999 Mustang GT. The vehicle has 35,000 miles on it. VIN # [xxx]. My son 't-boned' a vehicle at approximately 30-35 MPH. Our vehicle sustained $8000 in front end damage.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-13

Seat belts

6% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing retractor and front.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2005-09-22Defect petitionClosed 2006-01-04 Spark plug ejection from cylinder head

Buy-smart checklist

1999 Ford Mustang GT — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 23 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Seats: 2 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 1999 Ford Mustang GT reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1999 Ford Mustang GT is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Ford Mustang GT?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 64% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Ford Mustang GT have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.