1995 Ford Mustang Convertible Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 22, 2015 · 14 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Mustang Convertible years
More complaints than other years 4th of 8 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 Ford Mustang Convertible. That ranks 4th out of 8 Mustang Convertible model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (7 complaints, 50%), typically at around 84,466 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 3 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1995 Ford Mustang Convertible problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling7 · ~84,466 mi
Air Bags3 · ~144,500 mi
Structure2 · ~60,000 mi
Equipment1
Exterior Lighting1 · ~127,000 mi
Service Brakes1 · ~96,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling750%84,466——
Air Bags321%144,500——
Structure214%60,000——
Equipment17%———
Exterior Lighting17%127,000——
Service Brakes17%96,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2003, with 5 complaints
2001: 1200112003: 5200352004: 2200422006: 1200612009: 3200932014: 1201412015: 120151

n = 14 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1995 Ford Mustang Convertible recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1995 Ford Mustang Convertible.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Suffered complete brake failure, pedal went to the floor approaching traffic at a red light. I had to jump the curbs and drive off the road to avoid a collision with the stopped cars. I was able to down shift and use the parking brake to stop the car and limp to a repair shop (at slow speed using…

Service Brakes · received Dec 22, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10811747

The headlight/taillight/dash light switch burns up and needs to be replaced! *tr

Exterior Lighting · received Apr 21, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10583951

My daughter was traveling at the speed of 40 mph when her var left road and centered a pine tree and the air bags didn't deployed..i got the 1995 ford mustang 2 months to the date.. *tr

Air Bags · received Sep 2, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10282623

Tl*the contact owns a 1995 ford mustang convertible. The contact stopped at a traffic light and both frontal air bags deployed unexpectedly in his face. There was no crash or impact at the time of the failure. The insurance company came out to inspect the vehicle and stated that a claim could not…

Air Bags · received May 11, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10268417

Broke down on highway with water and smoke everywhere. Had it towed to a garage and had to have the head gasket replaced . Ford refunded us the money and it worked for awhile but began overheating again and had to add water everyday. Husband passed away in 2006 and until 2008 except for starting…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Mar 11, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10261547

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Ford Mustang Convertible?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, air bags, structure problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 7 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1995 Ford Mustang Convertible?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1995 Ford Mustang Convertible a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Mustang Convertible model years, the 1995 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.