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1997 Ford Mustang

Owners have filed 231 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Ford Mustang. Brakes is the most reported problem area, at 17% of complaints. Next are engine (14%) and transmission (10%).

At a glance

Complaints
231 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Brakes 17% of complaints
Recalls
2
Fuel economy
18 to 21 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 231 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Ford Mustang. Brakes is the most reported problem area, at 17% of complaints. Next are engine (14%) and transmission (10%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1997 Ford Mustang

Recalls

The 1997 Ford Mustang is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 2 recall campaigns for the 1997 Ford Mustang

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 5 versions of the 1997 Ford Mustang. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 18 city / 27 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

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