NHTSA Complaint #11594407 — 2006 FORD MUSTANG ENGINE

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11594407
Vehicle	2006 FORD MUSTANG
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	May 1, 2023
Date Filed	June 14, 2024
Mileage	116,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	VT

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2006 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while in reverse, he observed a grinding sound emanating from the engine compartment. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the timing chain guides needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 116,000.

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