MYRModel Year Report

2002 Ford Mustang GT

● Typical for this model
2002 Ford Mustang GT
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:03:51.358Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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
48
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

33% of complaints

Complaints per year

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

2002: 48 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

33% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

Seat belts

17% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing retractor and buckle assembly.

CRASHINJURY
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I recently was traveling on the interstate late after work on interstate 10 at 60 MPH when I was struck from behind at a high rate of speed which caused the car to spin out of control , hit a guard rail and thrown into onto oncoming traffic.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-09

Also filed under Structure and wheels

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 Ford Mustang GT. While driving at 62 MPH, the contact lost control when trying to avoid a deer on the road. The vehicle then flipped over when the seat belts broke from the latch.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-04-28

Power train

15% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing clutch assembly and manual transmission.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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1 - engine makes horrible sound in cold weather. Also appears to be issue with electrical wiring harness which caused a fire. Very bad gas mileage - big change in decreased mpg.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-12

Also filed under Engine and fuel system, gasoline

While driving, clutch and brake pressed car completely shut down while approaching traffic, leaving the consumer with no steering or brake power to handle the car. Car impacted SUV. Vehicle towed to Ford dealer.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-10-19

Engine

10% · 5 reports
CRASHFIRE

Electrical system

6% · 3 reports

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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

Buy-smart checklist

2002 Ford Mustang GT — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 16 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 7 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2002 Ford Mustang GT reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2002 Ford Mustang GT is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Ford Mustang GT?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 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.