The 2000 Ford Mustang has 2 recalls, the more serious being a seatbelt retractor defect where a malformed internal pin can jam the locking mechanism and prevent the belt from pulling out, leaving the occupant unable to wear the lap and shoulder belt at all.
The second recall affects Mustang GT models only: a blockage at the intake manifold connection to the heater core can cut off coolant flow entirely, leaving the cabin heater and windshield defroster without warm air.
At a glance
What can fail
Coolant flow can become blocked at the heater core nipple, stopping warm air from reaching the heater and windshield defroster.
What the fix does
Dealers will clear the blockage at the heater core nipple to restore coolant flow and heater function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The seat belt retractor has a pin shaft in the switching mechanism that may be incorrectly formed. This can prevent the seat belt webbing from being pulled out, or prevent switching the belt into automatic locking mode.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the lap and shoulder belt assemblies and replace those manufactured within a specific date range.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
