I routinely use alldata.com to check for potential problems with my vehicle before the warranty runs out. On my '99 F250 I got about $1200 worth of work done for free at 35,500 miles. New brakes and rotors all the way around was most of it and a nice touch from Ford.
BTW, you just need to read though the list and see if any of this applies to you. Then go to the dealership and have them pull up the Bulletin and see what it says. Doesn't always say they'll fix it, btw.
For example, if you've got the automatic and have been wondering about that clunking noise when the automatic downshifts 2nd to 1st, you need to ask for:
01-13-7 JUL 01 A/T - 4R70W Clunk Noise on 2nd to 1st Gear Downshift
Yer welcome.
Bulletins for 2001 Ford Mustang GT V8-281 4.6L SOHC VIN X SFI Bulletins for 2001 Ford Mustang GT V8-281 4.6L SOHC VIN X SFI
Safety Recalls
TSB Number Issue Date TSB Title 00S37 OCT 00 Recall - Park Brake Control Modification
General Recalls
TSB Number Issue Date TSB Title 00L12 JAN 01 Campaign - Warranty Guide Supplement
Service Bulletins
TSB Number Issue Date TSB Title 03-6-1 MAR 03 Emissions- DTC's Set/MIL ON/Driveability Concerns
03-6-2 MAR 03 Engine - Oil Leak From R/H Cylinder Head Gasket
03-1-5 JAN 03 Interior - Passenger Seat Squeaking Sound
02-23-4 NOV 02 Engine Controls - DTC P1635 Set After PCM/IC Replacement
02-22-1 NOV 02 Engine Controls - Engine Surge/Rolling Idle/DTC's Set
02-21-13 OCT 02 Engine - Cylinder Head Straightedge Surface Check
02-20-8 OCT 02 A/C System - Diagnosis and Service Tips
02-17-6 SEP 02 A/T - Inadvertent Shift Interlock Disabling
02-17-8 SEP 02 Interior - 'A' Pillar Area Wind Noise
02-11-4 JUN 02 Aluminum Engine - New Cleaners/Service Tips
02-9-8 MAY 02 Convertible Top Boot - Poor Fit
02-5-4 MAR 02 Accessory Drive Belt - Slips Off Pulley When Wet
02-4-5 FEB 02 Battery - Charging Tips and Guidelines
02-2-3 FEB 02 Engine - Aluminum Block/Head Machining
02-2-2 FEB 02 Intake Manifold - Cross-Over Channel Coolant Seepage
02-1-4 JAN 02 Engine Head Gasket - Approved Replacement Procedures
02-1-9 JAN 02 Engine Oil - Oil Recommendations/Applications
02-1-6 JAN 02 Wheels/Tires - Road Force Measurement Equipment
01-24-6 DEC 01 Engine - Oil System Priming Procedures
01-23-6 NOV 01 Engine Coolant - Propylene Glycol Recommendations
01-23-5 NOV 01 M/T - T45 Stuck In Reverse/Pops Out Of Reverse
01-21-13 OCT 01 Ignition Switch - High Turning Effort/MIL ON/DTC's Set
01-20-5 OCT 01 Driveability - Vacuum Leak Detection
01-15-7 AUG 01 A/T - Fluid Application Charts
01-15-6 AUG 01 Heater Core - Repeated Failure
01-13-7 JUL 01 A/T - 4R70W Clunk Noise on 2nd to 1st Gear Downshift
01-12-3 JUN 01 PCM - Engine Spark Knock on Heavy Acceleration
01-10-8 MAY 01 Driveline - Whining Noise On Coastdown
01-10-12 MAY 01 Wire Harness - Terminal Repair Kit
01-9-7 MAY 01 Emissions/Computers/Electronics - Driveability Diagnosis
01-6-2 APR 01 PATS System - Diagnostic Service Tips
01-5-8 MAR 01 A/T - 4R70W Ticking Noise In 1ST Gear
01-2-5 FEB 01 Seat Belts - Warning System Operation
00-24-1 NOV 00 Clutch Pedal - Vibration Heard or Felt
00-23-10 NOV 00 A/T - In Line Fluid Filter Kit
00-16-1 AUG 00 A/T - ``Prior To Repair'' Tag Procedure Notice