A failing hood latch is more than an inconvenience: it is a safety hazard. The All Classic Parts hood safety latch for the late 1995-1998 Ford Mustang replaces stuck, loose, or corroded OEM hardware with a direct-fit unit that restores the secondary catch your hood depends on if the interior release handle fails.
Spring-loaded safety retention. Spring tension holds the safety latch firmly in the closed position, preventing the hood from flying open under highway conditions. The latch releases only when manually disengaged at the front of the hood, exactly as the factory intended.
Replaces corroded or seized OEM hardware. Over time, the original latch assembly rusts, seizes, or loses tension, leaving the hood relying entirely on the primary interior release. This replacement unit restores the full two-stage latching system, bringing the hood mechanism back to original functionality and safety standards. It matches OEM part number F6ZZ-16700-AA for verified fitment compatibility.
Corrosion-resistant finish. The durable black finish protects against the moisture and road debris that degrade underhood hardware over time, extending service life beyond what a worn original unit can offer.
Product Benefits
- Direct OEM Replacement: Matches OEM part number F6ZZ-16700-AA for accurate fitment on late 1995-1998 Mustangs built from July 1, 1995.
- Safety-Critical Function: Catches the hood if the interior primary release latch fails, preventing hood-fly-up at speed.
- Spring-Tension Design: Keeps the safety latch engaged automatically; requires deliberate manual release to open.
- Restores Original Operation: Replaces stuck, loose, or rusted latches to bring the hood mechanism back to factory spec.
- Durable Black Finish: Resists corrosion in the harsh underhood environment.
Fits: 1995-1998 models built after July 1, 1995
About All Classic Parts (ACP): All Classic Parts specializes in restoration and replacement components for classic and vintage Ford vehicles, including the Mustang. The brand focuses on accurate OEM-match fitment so restorers and daily drivers alike can source hard-to-find hardware without compromise.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Fitment | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 |
