Investigation EA85016: 1979–1983 Ford Mustang

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Feb 22, 1985

Closed

Apr 14, 1987

Model years

1979–1983

Subject

Floor pan cracks

Component: Body and structure

Summary

Summary:ford recognizes the floor pan cracking problem and has issued4 service bulletins pertaining to repair. The latest one was issued onseptember 11, 1986. However, ford does not believe the floor pan problemrepresents a safety hazard.analysis: floor pan cracking causes the driver to rock in his seat.although this is very annoying, it appears to be more of an economic issuethan a safety issue. No accidents or injuries have been reported.status: this ea was closed on may 14, 1987.===

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1983 Ford Mustang5 complaints