MYRModel Year Report

2004 Ford Mustang GT

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2004 Ford Mustang GT
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:55:17.756Z

Only 14 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 14 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 GT Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 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 2003: 51 complaints 2004: 14 complaints 2004 2005: 163 complaints 2006: 151 complaints 2006
2004: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
199632
199723
199853
199936
200064
200159
200248
200351
200414
2005163
2006151

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

5 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

Show complaint excerpts

I STARTED THE CAR UP TO DRIVE OUT OF THE GROCERY PARKING LOT AND THE CAR WAS SPUTTERING. WHEN I PULLED ONTO THE MAIN HIGHWAY IT SPUTTERED AND COMPLETELY STOPPED RUNNING. I COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WHERE IT FAILED TO RESTART. *KB

NHTSA ODI report, 20120320

Also filed under FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS THE NUMBER FIVE SPARK PLUG KEEPS BLOWING OUT OF THE HEAD. THE CAR HAS MOTORCRAFT SPARK PLUGS AND ARE TORQUED TO THE FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120314

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system.

AIR BAGS

2 of 14 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.

CRASH INJURY
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 14 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Ford Mustang GT — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1996 ▲ 1999 ● 2002

WORST YEARS

■ 2005 ■ 2006 ● 2000

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FAQ

Is the 2004 Ford Mustang GT 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 2004 Ford Mustang GT?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Ford Mustang GT 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.