10 Worst Problems Muscle Cars Have Had Over The Years | HotCars – HotCars

Ever since anyone can remember, America has had a love affair with muscle cars. After all, the concept is uniquely American. Over the years, some muscle cars have fared better than others. In fact, there were muscle cars killed off by the gas crisis. Moreover, some muscle cars have gone completely forgotten just like American Motors Corporations AMX and the 2006 Pontiac GTO.

On the other hand, some muscle car models have gone on to live in infamy. As popular as they are thought, theyve also encountered some serious problems over the years. Check out what we managed to find:

The problem was detected in 2015 to 2017 year models of the Ford Mustang that come with the 5.0-liter engine. According to Fords technical service bulletin, Some 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine may exhibit an oil leak from either valve cover gasket. This may be due to the valve covers warping due to excessive heat.

To solve this issue Ford decided to add fasteners to both of the cars valve covers. No other Ford cars were said to be affected by the problem.

Ford found this problem in 2015 Mustang units that were manufactured in its Flat Rock plant. According to its manufacturer notice, In some of the affected vehicles, the underbody temperature may exceed design limits under certain driving conditions. "

"If the fuel tank and vapor lines are exposed to elevated temperatures for a prolonged period of time, they may develop a fuel or vapor leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can lead to a fire. Exposed parking brake cable may also lead to disengagement problems in the parking brake.

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This problem was detected in the 2002 Chevrolet Camaro and various other vehicle models from different car manufacturers. According to a noncompliance report filed by AJ motorsport in 2006.

The lamps, when manufactured, omitted the amber side reflex reflectors or were replaced with clear side reflectors. As a result, visual sight of oncoming vehicles is decreased or diminished, which may cause collisions or even death. The company also pointed out that there is no warning prior to experiencing reduced visibility on the road because of this issue.

The problem was found among 2003 to 2004 models of the Ford Mustang SVT Cobra. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) explained, In those vehicles where the floor carpeting does not fit flush with the sheet metal, the unique rear surface profile of the mustang cobra pedal may allow the pivot pin of the pedal to catch in the cutout on the floor carpeting behind the pedal, interfering with the pedal's ability to return; the result of which could be unexpected, continued throttle application.

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This particular problem is linked to the replacement keys that were possibly sold with 2010 to 2015 models of the Chevy Camaro.

According to the safety recall report, If these keys are used in the subject vehicles, there is a risk, under certain conditions, that some drivers may bump the key with their knee and unintentionally move the key away from the run position. If this occurs, engine power, and power braking will be affected, and power steering may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

This issue affected the 2012 Dodge Charger. It started after the 245/45Z-R20 All Season Performance tire sales code information was not included in the Central Body Controller (CBC) of the car, where the parameters for the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) are programmed.

According to the defect information report, Since the BBC configuration in the suspect vehicle population did not include a cold inflation value, a TPMS telltale would only trigger if the tire pressure fell below a default value of 22 psi. The TPMS must send a warning when tire pressure is already 24 psi.

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General Motors has revealed that the issue affects its 2015 Chevrolet Corvette. According to its manufacturer notice, Some of these vehicles have been built without one of the rear parking brake cables fully seated and engaged. In this condition, the parking brake will only operate on one of the rear brake drums leading to a reduction in the parking brakes operational capability. This reduction in operational capability may cause the vehicle to roll away if parked on a steep gradient. This can also increase the likelihood of a crash.

This problem affects the 2013 Dodge Challenger and according to the defect information report submitted by Chrysler, seven incidents that were linked to this issue have been identified. It is unclear if the issue had caused any injuries.

The report also explained, Some vehicles may experience an electrical short circuit between the Starter Motor B+ cable assembly electrical terminal and the Starter Solenoid. This condition may cause a vehicle fire without warning. All seven vehicles that experienced the electrical short circuit were manufactured at the assembly plant in Brampton.

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This issue stems from the electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) used by the 2011 to 2014 models of the Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger. According to the safety compliance report, vehicles using this EHPS may experience an alternator diode thermal fatigue failure due to cyclical loads induced by EHPS.

Moreover, the report also explained, Depending on the failure mode and timing, system voltage may drop to critical levels, disabling systems such as the Antilock Brake System/Electronic Stability Control, Engine Control Module/Central Body Controller or result in a loss of vehicle power.

This issue affects several Chevy models including the 2020 Camaro. Because of this, a fuel leak may occur, and this may become an ignition source that could start a fire.

According to Chevrolets safety recall information, The supplier of fuel pumps for these vehicles may have failed to install a component that regulates pressure within the pump. This can result in over-pressurization leading to a crack in certain welds in the pump. If the welds crack, fuel could leak from the pump. To fix the issue, the cars high-pressure fuel pump would be replaced.

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