We found the following complaints for FORD THUNDERBIRD (1995)
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Airbag light comes & stays on/volts gauge glows red & a/c & special equip. Shuts down. Was told under this circumstance that airbag could deploy at anytiime regardless of accident.
The contact owns a 1995 ford thunderbird. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the vehicle accelerated independently and the vehicle hydroplaned on wet road conditions. The contact crashed against a tree and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained a head injury, a fractured sternum and a fractured collarbone. In addition, the contact sustained damage to the heart cage, a kidney and internal bleeding. The vehicle was destroyed and was later inspected by the contact's insurance company and an authorized dealer. The cause of the failure was undetermined by both. The failure was reported to the manufacturer. The approximate failure and current mileage was 65,000.
Other: rattle from right side of air bag. *sd
1995 ford thunderbird, front end completely totaled - and the air bags on either side did not go off.i called ford dealer and was given the run around.then i got a call from a ford lawyer and he said that if no one was killed, the matter was closed .
The air bag deployment was violent, causing injuries to chest/two broken hands.
Consumer was driving when another vehicle pulled in front of consumer, causing consumer to apply brakes for anemergency stop, however vehicle hit rear of other vehicle, and air bags did not deploy.
Consumer was involved in an accident in which the airbags did not deploy, consumer states that she was driving 35 mph.
Was driving and anothervehicle cut in front. Consumer applied her brakes, but was unable to avoid hitting the other vehicle. Air bags did not deploy.driver sustained neck injuries. 827006 dup of 823210; posted on 09-07-1999.
Air bags; the consumer was in an accident and the driver and passenger side air bags did not deploy.
Driver's and passenger's airbags did not deploy at a 25 mph frontal impact which did not protect the occupants in this crash.mechanic said that driver's airbag sensor was inoperative. Manufacturer contacted.*ml
While parallel parking and moving forward, vehicle suddenly accelerated with high speed in which the driver had foot on the brakes, but would not stop, causing an accident. Driver hit tree and a wall when attempting to stop vehicle. Airbagdeployed, causing eye damage to the occupant.no prior problems.dealer could not find any problems with the vehicle.please provide further information and vin#.
After striking a deer, the air bag deployed cracking the dash and broke the windshield and knocked the consumer out.
During a front impact accident at 60 mph. The chemicals in the passenger'sside air bag exploded, causing 2nd degree burns to the 12 year old child.
Airbags engaged at 20 mil.hr. Impact. Threw right arm into windshield, crushed wrist, fractured arm in 5 places, required 6 surgeries, permanatly disabledover $50,000 in physical damages.
I was involved in a traffic accident in which i struck another vehicle on the passenger side with the right front of my 1995 frod.the impack speed was 35 mph with no braking what so ever.neither of the two air bags in my vehicle worked.i recieved neck/back injuries.one person in the other vehicle died at hospital.at what speed should my air bags worked.the impact was solid and hard enough to cause the inner fender to buckle, but neither air bags deployed.
Dt:air bag light kept coming on and off. Took car to hertz, and they said it had a short to ground. Was told there was a blown fuse in the module. Dealer said it was not on recall. Manufacturer said to contact dealer.consumer states that replacing the fuse in the module will not help for long unless wiring is replaced.*sb
Vehicle was hit on driver's side, impact quarter panel and hit a stop sign head on at 65 mph in which neither driver's side nor passenger's side air bags deployed.please provide any further details.
The contact owns a 1995 ford thunderbird. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle stalled. The contact mentioned that the battery and the check engine warning lights illuminated. The failure occurred constantly. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral.dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly.check engine light came on intermittently.dealer replace 2 o2 sensors and maf sensor.vehicle pulls to right.wheel alignment performed.steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes.prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service.replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation.steering column had to be replaced.at times, vehicle will not shutt off.right door lock inoperative.dealer can not duplicate.customer states fluid leak at rear end.right axle seal replaced.passenger head rest rattles over bumps.dealer could not duplicate.consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal.seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor.seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration.dealer suggested higher fuel octane.customer states brake pedal seems low.brakes ok.front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph.4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up.temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative.dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs.coolant leak under car and warning light is on.dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear.driver side headlamp burnt out.headlamp replaced.transmission slips when not in overdrive.dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.
Ford 1995 thunderbird caught on fire.it was parked early in the morning.no keys in the ignition.the right front tire exploded from theflames shooting out from the right front wheel well.the fire spread to the inside passenger compartment.the power antennamotor had not worked properly for years.ten days later before the fire, the power door locks failed and the fuse was replaced.the door lock power function was restored and the fuse was replaced.the fuse was being checked for being too hot to touch. *sc
Driver's side electric seat burst into flame.driver(owner) sustained severe burns that characterize as life threatening, and required admission to the burn center at unc hospital.pt was not smoking and can not identify any reason why there would have been a fire in his car.
Alternator failed, causing overheating.
On second ignition failiure actuator also had to be replaced because it was also faulty.
Ignition lock failed.
When driving car sometimes stalls, dealer can't find problem. Please describe.
The car continues to cut off whenever in use.
After starting my car at 5:30 am to proceed to work the key felt a bit strange after i started the car.upon driving the car on the freeway i drew my attention back to the key and felt that it was spinning freely, and could be removed, as the engine continued to run, ( the start position appeared to work ok). I had no way i could turn the car off.a technitian on the 800 phone line to ford suggested i hit the fuel shut off in the trunk once i reached my location. This would simulate a crash and shut off the fuel.i elected to pull a large fuse and detach the battery.the car was subsequently repaired at my expense ($283) to replace an $11 actuator pin in the steering column that interfaced with the ignition switch.i t was probably wrong on my part as i look back at continuing to drive the car because the broken pin could have possiblylodged itself and prevented me from steering the car.my concern now is one of safety and what a person not too familar with automoblies might do in this situation. Ford shouldconsider the design and make corrections to prevent this sort of occurrence.
Vehicle willstall without prior warning.when at stop light consumer would put vehicle in neutral. Dealershipwas aware of the problem.dealer stated ignition system had shorted out resulting in spark plugs being burned, dealer replaced the ignition switch and spark plugs, consumer states there are still problems and now the engine is misfiring, consumer stated there was a recall regarding the ignition switch problems, however dealer informed that this vin is not included.fan belt replaced.front and rear brake pads replaced.
Vehicle would not start after the connection to the starter came apart.fluid leaked from the transmission after the torque converter was replaced.
Vehicle wa s parked in parking lot. Subsequently,vehiclecaught on fire under the hood. Can nhtsa provide additional information.
Vehicle parked, rubber smelland smoke entered interior. Vehicle suddenly caught on fire in the ignition.
Vehicle was placed in park for ten minutes, turned off whenvehicle caught fire under the dash, totallingvehicle. Fire department determinedthat fire due to an electrical short. Please provide any further details.
The contact owns a 1995 ford thunderbird. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle stalled. The contact mentioned that the battery and the check engine warning lights illuminated. The failure occurred constantly. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Water temperature gauge inoperative.
On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral.dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly.check engine light came on intermittently.dealer replace 2 o2 sensors and maf sensor.vehicle pulls to right.wheel alignment performed.steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes.prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service.replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation.steering column had to be replaced.at times, vehicle will not shutt off.right door lock inoperative.dealer can not duplicate.customer states fluid leak at rear end.right axle seal replaced.passenger head rest rattles over bumps.dealer could not duplicate.consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal.seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor.seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration.dealer suggested higher fuel octane.customer states brake pedal seems low.brakes ok.front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph.4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up.temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative.dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs.coolant leak under car and warning light is on.dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear.driver side headlamp burnt out.headlamp replaced.transmission slips when not in overdrive.dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.
Noticed loss of anti-freeze for several months.temperature gauge didn't get hot. Engine check light came on to letconsumer know thatanti-freeze waslow.drovevehicle for about one mile and smoked started coming out of the exhaust pipe,smelled like it was on fire.even after turning vehicle off smoke was coming out of exhaust.hadcar towed to mechanic. He saidthat engine head gasket needed to be replaced.
I have contact yam's on several occassion concering this car running hot . There comment to me was to get it to the because it would cause them more money to pick it up.under the conditon the car was running i could not it has set up for several months. Thank you for your help.
Looking for reinbursment from manufacturer due to coolant leak since vehicle was new.
Have check a round a lot of 3.8l motors have the same problem.
This car has experienced small engine coolant leaks.when i received a notice (# 00m10)from the dealer concerning head gasket failure, i took my car to mathews ford to check out this problem.i was told i did not have head gasket failure, but i do have a cracked front cover engine gasket .$870 to repair and ford would not offer any financial assistance.i learned of ford's owner notification #99b29 which offers financial consideration for owners of the 1996 thunderbirds.when i asked the dealer about this he informed me my car was too old and age has caused the gasket to crack.i believe this is a major flaw in this engine, and ford has known about this problem and offers no help. This engine andgasket are defective.a gasket shouldn't blow at 27000 miles.i am risking my safety by driving this known defective product.
Car would vibrate when changing gears or trying to change gears, particularly from 3rd-4th gears.vibrated violently at high speed when excelerating for decelerating.braking at high speed caused the car front to shake and steering wheel to vibrate cause the car to uncontrollable.sudden braking caused the car to pull strongly to the right.failure of the engine cooling fan module caused the fan not to shut off when ingnition was turned off.
Noticed smoke pouring out from under the hood---engine cooling fan burned up and it never blew the fuse
The electric fan stopped working but i'm not exactly sure when. The factory charges over $200 for the fan although usual electric fans range around $50. Auto parts stores do not carry the fan (possibly a design lock by the company) i had to get online to find one but i still needed my car for transportation (i'm in the army) the engine barely got hot and blew the head gasket. I was only driving about 2 miles round trip to work. I know it all has to do with ford's possible monopoly on the engine fan. I always believed th fan is a safety feature and they did a good job of making it unavailable when i needed it. I'm reporting the head gasket after seeing how many other ford 3.8l owners had ploblems with theirs. I'd like to get some satisfaction out of this, please respond. I appreciate you taking my complaint, thank you.
Electric fanmotor for radiator cooling fan shorted out, causing it to overheat andcause the plastic shroud to catch on fire.
Fan motor replaced 3 times.
Radiator overheated/failed.
Radiator cracked.
Head gasket on my 1995, 3.8 l thunder bird, failed at 41000 miles.
By now it is quite apparent of the notorious ford 3.8l head gasket failure issue. Well, just to keep people up to date on ford's business practices. My wife bought a 1995 ford thunderbird in nov 1995. (i must first start off by saying that i am the computer literate one, that is why i am complaining, and i am the one who will be forced to fix/pay for the head gaskets in her thunderbird). Today is april 9th 2003, i am beginning to notice symptoms in the performance of the car (losing coolant, erratic temperature changes) which would indicate a blown head gasket. In doing a little research on the web, i came across some info that there was (2) extended warranties put out on the 3.8l engine by ford, that she has. We never received any recall or customer satisfaction bulletins stating we needed to bring the vehicle in to have this fixed. When i called the hiller ford, hales corners, wisconsin, they told me that we didn't receive the notice because our 3.8l 232 v6 engine wasn't part of the recall program for 3.8l 232 v6 engines because ours wasn't built in the time slot nor the plant that the program (tsb 00m10) was pertaining too. Sounds like a firestone bs story to me. I called ford in dearborn, mi and they told me that it was part of the program but since the 7 years warranty extension as part of the recall expired nov 17th 2002, we now have to eat the cost of replacing ford's design failure by a few months. My dad, myself, and both of my sisters each have ford explorers and i hope ford is happy with the money they made off of all of my family because they will not get another penny from us, as long as, they want to blow me off for a $1500.00 design flaw that they do not want to live up to. First firestone, now ford.
Noticed loss of anti-freeze for several months.temperature gauge didn't get hot. Engine check light came on to letconsumer know thatanti-freeze waslow.drovevehicle for about one mile and smoked started coming out of the exhaust pipe,smelled like it was on fire.even after turning vehicle off smoke was coming out of exhaust.hadcar towed to mechanic. He saidthat engine head gasket needed to be replaced.
Overheatingand white smoke camefrom tail pipe.independent mechanic informedconsumer of a blown head gasket. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that any front wheel vehicle was not covered under manufacturer's recall.
Head gasket failed.nlm
Engine check light keeps coming on.consuemr feels vehicle is overheating.
Dt:1995 ford thunderbird 3.8. The consumer complainedaboutan engine problem on october 3, 2005.took vehicle to a ford dealership, they wanted $4600 to put in a new engine.in december 2003 vehicle was leaking antifreeze from timing chain gasket. Hadvehicle repaired immediately.vehicle was not involved in any accident nor have there been any property damage.police have never been notified.vehicle hasonly 32,000 miles on it.the vehicle still hasthe original engine . The consumer called ford motor company,and they said the warranty expired.
Seal failed known problem with v 6 3.3l faulty design ack by ford will not replace car can blow up not recommended for driving severe safety implications.
The head gasket in my car has failed as have many of the 3.8l ford v6's ford has produced also the driver side mirror fell off the car while driving down the raod there was no sign of tampering with it no scratches no dents just fell right off the car and on to the road!!!!.
Have had heat problems all winter. Had no idea the head gasket was blown.
Vehicle has blown engine heads. This is causesvehicle to miss, and sputter while driving.dealer has been contacted.
I had been having problems with the heat in the cooler months, then there was a surge of power while i was driving i almost crashed into the car ahead of me, i pulled over.when i started it up again it seemed ok, i took it to my mechanic and he told me of the head gasket problems with the 3.8l engines.i contacted the original dealer of the car they said bring it in to check.they confirmed head gasket failure and also timing cover gasket failure, which was not covered in the recall.i paid for the timing cover gaskets because i was told there could be an engine failure if i didn't and it wouldn't be covered.apx 2 months later i began hearing a faint knock, i had the oil checked and it was fine.the knock got louder, my mechanic told me it was a rod knock, due to corrosion of coolant from the original head gasket failure.ford says they are not responsible.i am disabled with a rare brain malformation and broke down alone, i thought this product would give me safe transportation.it did not and now i have no transportation to my doctor appts.
While driving, engine light flashes on and off. Vehicle started running badly, and smoke came of tailpipe due to head gasket blowning out.
At the time of failure, my vehicle was traveling @40mph.a thick white smoke, with an odor, was emitted from exhaust.the car had not overheated prior to the incident.upon bring the car to a licenced ford dealer (island ford, in staten island ny), i learned that the head gasket was blown requirin $1500 in repair charges.i have since learned that there have been numerous problems of the same circustance with other fords of the same year that also have 3.8l engines.recall 98-m01 was issued to cover the other vehicles, however, the thunderbird model was not included.
Head gasket blewout without any warning. This seems to be a continuing problem for thunderbirds.
The contact owns a 1995 ford thunderbird.the contact stated that the vehicle overheated within minutes of being started.he noticed thick, white smoke coming from the tailpipe and the "low coolant" warning indicator light illuminated.the repair shop stated that the head gasket needed to be replaced.the current mileage was 69,000 and failure mileage was 68,000.
This inquiry through nhtsa is a result of little assistance from ford moror co. In reference to a design related defect on 1995 v6, 3.8 liter engines. My problem developed at 85000 miles and upon inquiry with ford found that "only" the 1995 sable and taurus were included in an existing recall/extended warranty program related to head gasket problems. Ford said that they could not assist me with my thunderbird, but if i chose to repair it, i could save my receipts and they may be able to assist later if and only if the thunderbird was included in the recall/extended warranty program. The primary symptom of such a problem is the illumination of a yellow engine light. In my case, since i drive almost exclusively on the freeway, the engine light does not illuminate since adequate cooling and reduced engine stress occurs at that time. Hence i was able to continue driving the vehicle without a major problem. Unfortunately ford did not record my original inquiry through their customer service department. So when ford finally included the thunderbird in the extended warranty program for the same problem found on sables and tauruses, i had went beyond the 100,000 extended warranty limit. As a result, they now conclude that they cannot assist in repair of the vehicle. I'm extremely frustrated and concerned about the out of pocket cost i now am faced with for a problem that has been proven to be a ford design issue. Worse yet, the dealership in springfield, oh (where i live), has disassembled the engine block and confirmed that the problem is indeed the same one that has affected the 95 sable,taurus and now thunderbird. I'm also concerned about the inability of a customer to proceed beyond the customer assistance representatives who are reached through their 800 phone number. Efforts to discuss my situation to a more knowledgeable representative at perhaps a higher level in the company have been futile. Thats why i've contacted nhtsa.
Vehicle smoking from underneath hood and leaking coolant.*mr consumer's wife was driving when the vehicle started to shake, a billow of white smoke came from under the hood of the vehicle and the vehicle leaked coolant . The vehicle was towed and the diagnosis was a head gasket leak which allowed coolant into the combustion chamber. The coolant contaminated the oil and was leaking out the rear of the exhaust system.the consumer's wife was told the vehicle may be covered under a recall/extended warranty. The recall only covered 1994 models not 1995. The consumer later learned the part was covered under warranty. Ford wouldn't cover the repair because the vehicle wasn't diagnosed/repaired at a ford dealer. Consumer stated that if the woman at the ford dealership would've confirmed the warranty on the part, the vehicle would have been at a ford dealership. Consumer felt ford should have reimburse them the cost of the repairs since their representative was at fault. *ph
Consumer had been having problems with vehicle accelerating and losing power.took vehicle to dealer for check up,dealer foundout that engine head gasket had blown.consumer states that the letter indicated work is covered in may, however this work was completed in april, consumer feels ford should still be responsible.
I have antifreeze pouring from my tail pipe.ford mechanics missed the head gasket problem when it was small and fixed parts damaged by the overheating problem.now that the head gasket has worsened--the car isn't drivable.and has exceeded their 100,000 mile warranty.my car was under the warranty when their machanics overlooked my head gaskets.
The hedgasket is completely gone. Ford refused to acknowledge that they have a design problem in the t-bird for headgaskets even though the y have this problem in several other models.
The safety concern at stake is when you hydro-lock a motor at 50 m.p.h. On a busy highway, and the massively thick plume of white smoke that succeeds the blown headgasket. My vehicle was regularly maintained and there was nothing that could have been done to prevent this shy of replacing the cheap paper gasket that the manufacturer installed with a quality felpro gasket or the like at the original purchase of the vehicle. The question that i have is why am i finding hundreds into the thousands of complaints on the internet about ford 3.8l engines in the range of 1995 for every model of vehicle, but yet ford only acknowledges a few choice models for a recall. (all mustangs, thunderbirds, cougars, aerostars, etc. Had identical 3.8 l engines.) i can provide a list of witnesses to the event, along with a list of mechanics who i have interviewed concerning 3.8 l head gasket defects. They all agree.... It's spread out among all models... Not just the few that ford specifies. Why does property damage or loss of life have to occur to produce a justified recall?especially when the manufacturer semi-confesses to a headgasket problem with a particular motor. Thank you for your time... My engine isn't the only thing that is steamed!
While driving 35 mphvehicle started to bounce a bit, and then consumer pulled over and found out that head gasket had blowen. Contacted dealer.
Upon research of the 3.8 ford engines, i have found that there is a recurring problem with blown head gaskets, most specifically in the taurus. However, the thunderbird is also experiencing the problem.ford has recalled the taurus, but not the thunderbird.there were no prior evidences of gasket troubles.i had the car checked out by 2 knowledgeable mechanics prior to purchase, and by my regular mechanic prior to the used warranty.all agreed it to be a clean car and good deal.the head gaskets just blew with absolutely no warning.after lengthy discussions with ford, they refused to stand behind the deffect.
Oil pump failed while driving and caused the 3.8l v6 engine to lock up. Dealer an manufacturer were notified. Feel free to provide any further infromation.
Blown head gasketson 1995 ford thunderbird. *la
While driving about 40 mph, smoke started coming from rear of vehicle, dealer told consumer that smoke was off due to a blown head gasket.consumer stated that to start the vehicle, he had to try couple of times and while driving 65 mph he noticed engine overheating pointer moving towards higher than normal and lowered his speed to 40 mph and stopped the vehicle, while backing up, the engine started shaking, when putting in drive it ran normally then noticed abnormal smoke coming out of muffler, the service engineer told him that head cylinder gasket was blown, and coolant was leaking into engine and to the muffler. *yd
I feel that ford should pay the entire repair bill due to the known 3.8l head gasket problem.i also had to rent a car while the reapir was done, for a week in the amount of $277.00 thank you patricia patterson email address: [email protected].
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The car has been very well maintained and out of the blue the engine blows up no warning signs nothing i feel the has be some manafature defect for this to happen
Rough idle. *sd
While vehicle was parked for 5 minutesa fire started in the engine compartment without anywarning.no previous problems.please provide further information.
On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral.dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly.check engine light came on intermittently.dealer replace 2 o2 sensors and maf sensor.vehicle pulls to right.wheel alignment performed.steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes.prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service.replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation.steering column had to be replaced.at times, vehicle will not shutt off.right door lock inoperative.dealer can not duplicate.customer states fluid leak at rear end.right axle seal replaced.passenger head rest rattles over bumps.dealer could not duplicate.consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal.seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor.seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration.dealer suggested higher fuel octane.customer states brake pedal seems low.brakes ok.front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph.4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up.temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative.dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs.coolant leak under car and warning light is on.dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear.driver side headlamp burnt out.headlamp replaced.transmission slips when not in overdrive.dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.
Vehicle willstall without prior warning.when at stop light consumer would put vehicle in neutral. Dealershipwas aware of the problem.dealer stated ignition system had shorted out resulting in spark plugs being burned, dealer replaced the ignition switch and spark plugs, consumer states there are still problems and now the engine is misfiring, consumer stated there was a recall regarding the ignition switch problems, however dealer informed that this vin is not included.fan belt replaced.front and rear brake pads replaced.
This vehicle has recieved major service requiring in excess of 60 days of shop time, five times alone for the transmission .
On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral.dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly.check engine light came on intermittently.dealer replace 2 o2 sensors and maf sensor.vehicle pulls to right.wheel alignment performed.steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes.prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service.replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation.steering column had to be replaced.at times, vehicle will not shutt off.right door lock inoperative.dealer can not duplicate.customer states fluid leak at rear end.right axle seal replaced.passenger head rest rattles over bumps.dealer could not duplicate.consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal.seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor.seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration.dealer suggested higher fuel octane.customer states brake pedal seems low.brakes ok.front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph.4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up.temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative.dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs.coolant leak under car and warning light is on.dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear.driver side headlamp burnt out.headlamp replaced.transmission slips when not in overdrive.dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.
Catalytic converter permaturely clogged. Vehicle needed three catalytic converters to bereplaced due tomanufacturer's defect. Seeking additional information and help from nhtsa in this matter.
While driving 55 mph engine check light appeared on the dashboard and remained on.consumertook vehicle to a repair shop, andmechanicdetermined that intakemanifold cracked, and needed to be replaced.
Jack broke in half while changing tire.
On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral.dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly.check engine light came on intermittently.dealer replace 2 o2 sensors and maf sensor.vehicle pulls to right.wheel alignment performed.steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes.prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service.replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation.steering column had to be replaced.at times, vehicle will not shutt off.right door lock inoperative.dealer can not duplicate.customer states fluid leak at rear end.right axle seal replaced.passenger head rest rattles over bumps.dealer could not duplicate.consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal.seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor.seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration.dealer suggested higher fuel octane.customer states brake pedal seems low.brakes ok.front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph.4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up.temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative.dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs.coolant leak under car and warning light is on.dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear.driver side headlamp burnt out.headlamp replaced.transmission slips when not in overdrive.dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.
Was replacing high-mounted stop lamp bulbs and noticed that the plastic casing in which the bulb is placed had melted.plastic was "bubbling" due to heat.
Consumer experiencing problem with brake/tail lights housing and third brake lightoverheated/melted due to heats from bulb. Dealer replaced plastic housing on three occasions, and problem still may occur. Dealer informed consumer this would be the last time for replacement/repair without cost to consumer. Manufacturernotified. In addition, on third occasion, the ground cable itself wa stested and found defective due t ahigh resistance in the cable.
Top mounted brake light bulbs keep burning out. Would melt housing each time. Housingwas made out of plastic and easily burned. Been in contacted withdealer about housing. Have not taken vehicle to dealer as of yet.
The brake lamp mounted in the rear view window was not designed to tolerate the heat from the bulbs, the heat from the bulbs causes the top of the housing to overheat and melt, the meltings cause the light bulbs and sockets to overheat, burn and melt.
Consumer experiencing problem with brake/tail lights housing and third brake lightoverheated/melted due to heats from bulb. Dealer replaced plastic housing on three occasions, and problem still may occur. Dealer informed consumer this would be the last time for replacement/repair without cost to consumer. Manufacturernotified. In addition, on third occasion, the ground cable itself wa stested and found defective due t ahigh resistance in the cable.
Plastic headlight assemblies are cloudy.some form of reaction to prolonged sunlight. I have tried various polishing compounds with absolutely no result.the cloudiness drastically reduces light output.all of the thunderbirds, as well as other ford cars, of the same model year, or older, have the same problem(s ) as well.
Vehicle headlight lensexperienceddiscoloration, resulting inpoor visibility at night. Reported incident to dealer and informed consumer that part was not under recall and cost of lens replacment would be at consumer cost. Asking nhtsa for help in this matter.
Headlight lens leak water into them, making it difficult to see the road at night. Dealer has seen vehicle.
Plastic headlight assemblies are cloudy.some form of reaction to prolonged sunlight. I have tried various polishing compounds with absolutely no result.the cloudiness drastically reduces light output.all of the thunderbirds, as well as other ford cars, of the same model year, or older, have the same problem(s ) as well.
The vehicle is equipped with plastic lens and halogne light bulbs, the plastic lens cracks developing a spider web effect and allows condensation to enter dramatically reducing visibility while driving at night.nlm
Headlight lens is fading and turing yellow causingheadlights not to shine properly.
Head lens have gradually turned from clear to milky.this has dimished the light beam penetration into the dark on the roadway ahead noticeably reducing the visual safety margin on the road ahead.this is a major night time driving hazard. Mr
Dealer's rep has been talked to approximately three times.ford motor company has been called twice; once in feb and once in oct.i was told by the cust svc clerk that ford had my first call documented.i told her this time that i was getting concerned because of the decrease of visibility of the headlights.she said that she would "kick it up the chain" to see if my complaint would get attention.during that same time frame, i was called by the dealer's rep and told that if i would agree to pay $100, the dealer would replace the lens and absorb the remainder of the $600 cost.i told him that neither i nor the dealer should "eat" this repair.i maintain that it is a manufacturer's problem.bottom line, the lens are a yellowish color, with minor cracks and water/condensation in them.
The head light cover was made of clear plastic which deteriorated and was not clear.
The customized headlight lens deteriorated after a period of time and fogged up. When this occurred it reduced the light illumination and caused poor visibility.
Consumer experiencing problem with brake/tail lights housing and third brake lightoverheated/melted due to heats from bulb. Dealer replaced plastic housing on three occasions, and problem still may occur. Dealer informed consumer this would be the last time for replacement/repair without cost to consumer. Manufacturernotified. In addition, on third occasion, the ground cable itself wa stested and found defective due t ahigh resistance in the cable.
Tail light inoperative. *sd
Randomly turn signals in rear malfunctioned. Dealer has been notified.
Consumer states that there aregas fumes coming up in the air.
On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral.dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly.check engine light came on intermittently.dealer replace 2 o2 sensors and maf sensor.vehicle pulls to right.wheel alignment performed.steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes.prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service.replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation.steering column had to be replaced.at times, vehicle will not shutt off.right door lock inoperative.dealer can not duplicate.customer states fluid leak at rear end.right axle seal replaced.passenger head rest rattles over bumps.dealer could not duplicate.consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal.seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor.seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration.dealer suggested higher fuel octane.customer states brake pedal seems low.brakes ok.front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph.4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up.temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative.dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs.coolant leak under car and warning light is on.dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear.driver side headlamp burnt out.headlamp replaced.transmission slips when not in overdrive.dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.
Water was splashed on car in inclement weather and was taken in by air intake and cars engine turned off.tt
Fuel line rubbed againstbody of vehicle and caused a hole. Gas leaked inside of passenger's cab causing fumes. Dealer replacedfuel line, andservice technician stated it was a design flaw.part no. F4sz-9s278-a.
Fuel pump failed.
The fuel line was on the wheel well which caused it to rub from normal driving and wearout the hose, causing a fuel leak, the team manager who wrote up the work order said taht this gasoline smell sounds like a recall on thunderbirds that they experience a few year ago , but checked the records the vehicle was not part of the recall.yd
The fuel line was on the wheel well which caused it to rub from normal driving and wearout the hose, causing a fuel leak, the team manager who wrote up the work order said taht this gasoline smell sounds like a recall on thunderbirds that they experience a few year ago , but checked the records the vehicle was not part of the recall.yd
Dome light does not stay on when doors closed. *sd
On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral.dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly.check engine light came on intermittently.dealer replace 2 o2 sensors and maf sensor.vehicle pulls to right.wheel alignment performed.steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes.prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service.replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation.steering column had to be replaced.at times, vehicle will not shutt off.right door lock inoperative.dealer can not duplicate.customer states fluid leak at rear end.right axle seal replaced.passenger head rest rattles over bumps.dealer could not duplicate.consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal.seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor.seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration.dealer suggested higher fuel octane.customer states brake pedal seems low.brakes ok.front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph.4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up.temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative.dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs.coolant leak under car and warning light is on.dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear.driver side headlamp burnt out.headlamp replaced.transmission slips when not in overdrive.dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.
Left door lock cylinder inoperative, preventing key from entering. *sd
On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral.dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly.check engine light came on intermittently.dealer replace 2 o2 sensors and maf sensor.vehicle pulls to right.wheel alignment performed.steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes.prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service.replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation.steering column had to be replaced.at times, vehicle will not shutt off.right door lock inoperative.dealer can not duplicate.customer states fluid leak at rear end.right axle seal replaced.passenger head rest rattles over bumps.dealer could not duplicate.consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal.seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor.seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration.dealer suggested higher fuel octane.customer states brake pedal seems low.brakes ok.front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph.4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up.temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative.dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs.coolant leak under car and warning light is on.dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear.driver side headlamp burnt out.headlamp replaced.transmission slips when not in overdrive.dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.
Odometer stopped working, took vehicleto dealer, and they said that this was common because odometerwas made of plastic.
Automatic transmission shifts to lower gear unexpectedly, and free wheels.
Transmission failed 2 times. *sd
Transmission shudders in slow acceleration 0-35.transmission fluid replacement replacement fixed, but then started happening again.
Transmission shudder at shift points into third and overdrive with normal acceleration; also, with aggressive acceleration, the engine turns 4,500 rpm before shifting into second.
Transmission kicking into neutral and back into gear at highway speeds constantly.
Car would vibrate when changing gears or trying to change gears, particularly from 3rd-4th gears.vibrated violently at high speed when excelerating for decelerating.braking at high speed caused the car front to shake and steering wheel to vibrate cause the car to uncontrollable.sudden braking caused the car to pull strongly to the right.failure of the engine cooling fan module caused the fan not to shut off when ingnition was turned off.
Transmission slipping. *sd
Failure of manufactures installed soft bushing, causing premature wear, seal leak, with pressure loss and loss of torque. Without torque you lose drive power that could have caused an accident in slow or fast moving traffic that could have killed or injured my family members or others.
Upon acceleration transmission does not shift through shift pattern, glides through.
Automatic transmission goes into neutral without warning for several seconds, then returns to normal conditions.
Purchase car new lease the transmission was rebuilt, the front end is bad the front control arm bolt broken was in three time for that .tt
Transmission jumps in and out of gear at highway speed. First was jumping in and out of overdrive, after jumps out of overdrive will jump out of gear. If not in overdrive jumps in and out of gear
While driving at 65 mph, the vehicle jumped out of overdrive and went into drive. Also, when applyingthe brakes, the front of the vehicle is shaking and vibrating due to warped rotors.consumer hadrotors replaced four times, and the dealer can't determine the problem.
I have a 1995 ford thunderbird with a v8 engine and auto trans.it down shifts randomly with the overdrive on or off.
First problem was a shudder in the transmission occurring around 40mph. Vehicle taken to ford dealership for repair. Known to be a common problem with this vehicle. Ford repaired by changing original equipment fluid type with new type fluid. Additionally they modified the original equipment design by adding a transmission cooler. Contacted ford regional representative and ford customer service with zero response. If they know the way to fix the problem is to alter their own design, why do they not pay for the repair. Only temporary fix. Transmission began slipping only 10 months after first repair resulting in the need to rebuild the transmission and replace the torque converter. This should not be on a well maintained vehicle with less than 70,000 miles. Total cost for these two repairs was $1,880.00. Ford should be held accountable to some degree. Too many consumers are left to pay high repair bills for ford's poor designs and engineering.
This vehicle has recieved major service requiring in excess of 60 days of shop time, five times alone for the transmission .
98 serviced with tranmission. Tune up not cover under warrtanty now having same problem.shutters at 25. 35, 45, miles per hour.talked to other owers of same type of car they are having same problem.no recall is listed.
While the vehicle was in park, the owner went inside of the store but when he returned the vehicle had gone completely across the parking lot and ran into the back of a vehicle. All of this occurred while the vehicle was unattened and in park.provide further details.
While accelerating transmission malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to go into neutral unexpectedly. This may result ina crash. Dealer had transmission rebuilt. *ml
Automatic transmission failed to engage.
Transmission is sluggish/shudders in 3rd and 4th gears.
Transmission/torque converter failed.
The transmission jumped out of gear and collided with a tree.
Having problems with transmission shifting from 1st and 2nd gear. Also sluggish/shudders
Transmission is sluggish and continuously shudders.
Consumer stated that she took vehicle to dealerfor brake problems.while the mechanic was checking the brakes, he told her thattransmission was malfunctioning.consumer stated that when stepping on the gas pedal vehicle hesitated and shook.then, made a funny noise.vehicle had been doing this for a long time. Consumer was told by the mechanic thattherewas a recall on transmission.
Transmission failed on the highway several times. Dealer could not find anything wrong with it when i took it back in for them to check it. I have purchased a used transmission to replace the failed on. I will call you next week and give you yhe name of the dealer that is located in beaumont, texas.
Vehicle may tend to loose traction on inside rear wheel when making a left hand turn.tt
While making sharp turnson mountain road slopes vehicle lost traction inrear wheels.
Rear wheel traction problem.*aw
Gear shift lever failed to go into park gear, preventing key from being removed from ignition.*aw
Vehicle would not start after the connection to the starter came apart.fluid leaked from the transmission after the torque converter was replaced.
Vehicle vibration due to wrong type torque convertor
Transmission/torque converter failed.
Torque converter failed.
Torque converter piston failure. Tourque converter and piston replaced
Transmission torque converter failed.
First problem was a shudder in the transmission occurring around 40mph. Vehicle taken to ford dealership for repair. Known to be a common problem with this vehicle. Ford repaired by changing original equipment fluid type with new type fluid. Additionally they modified the original equipment design by adding a transmission cooler. Contacted ford regional representative and ford customer service with zero response. If they know the way to fix the problem is to alter their own design, why do they not pay for the repair. Only temporary fix. Transmission began slipping only 10 months after first repair resulting in the need to rebuild the transmission and replace the torque converter. This should not be on a well maintained vehicle with less than 70,000 miles. Total cost for these two repairs was $1,880.00. Ford should be held accountable to some degree. Too many consumers are left to pay high repair bills for ford's poor designs and engineering.
Transmission/torque converter failed.
Ford says, rear wheel drive are not covered. Why it's the same 3.8l in the others!
When backing the vehicle, without warning driveshaft snaps and makes clunking sound.driveshaft could brake and come apart.this could cause a fire since driveshaft is very close to the fuel tank.
On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral.dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly.check engine light came on intermittently.dealer replace 2 o2 sensors and maf sensor.vehicle pulls to right.wheel alignment performed.steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes.prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service.replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation.steering column had to be replaced.at times, vehicle will not shutt off.right door lock inoperative.dealer can not duplicate.customer states fluid leak at rear end.right axle seal replaced.passenger head rest rattles over bumps.dealer could not duplicate.consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal.seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor.seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration.dealer suggested higher fuel octane.customer states brake pedal seems low.brakes ok.front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph.4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up.temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative.dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs.coolant leak under car and warning light is on.dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear.driver side headlamp burnt out.headlamp replaced.transmission slips when not in overdrive.dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.
Would not move. Motor was in good working order, but retractor itself made of plastic broke in two.
Driver's side electric seat burst into flame.driver(owner) sustained severe burns that characterize as life threatening, and required admission to the burn center at unc hospital.pt was not smoking and can not identify any reason why there would have been a fire in his car.
Parked vehicle suddenly it was filled with smoke due to a short in power seat motor,resulting in vehicle fire.
Vehicle parked,was filled with smoke due to a short in power seat,resulting in vehicle fire.
Rotors and pads that clamp onto disc warp.this occurs when condinsation and dust particals contact surface area. Documented incidents:six.
Rotor cause vehicle to vibrate when brakes are applied.
Brake malfunction due to warped brake rotors.
Brake failure usually at hard breaking.
The contact owns a 1995 ford thunderbird. The contact was driving approximately 35 mph when the brakes were depressed and his foot slipped from the pedal due to the brake cover fracturing.the contact crashed into another vehicle.there were no injuries. The front end of both vehicles was damaged and a police report was filed. The contact stated that the brake cover was not secured properly and he believed the pedal should have had more rubber to prevent slippage. He no longer owned the vehicle and the vin was not available. The failure mileage was approximately 2,400. The current mileage was approximately 50,000.
Power steering has "frozen" momentarily on several occassions and there is also a problem with the brakes shuddering/vibrating when stopping.
Stop & go traffic. Vehicle in hit brakes hard. T-bird applied brakes, but brake pedal went to floor, causing vehicle to rearend another. Took vehicle to dealer & representative said brakes were out of warranty.
Consumer states that when the road is wet the anti-lock brake system does not stop the vehicle,it feels as though the vehicle is sliding on ice, like the vehicle is on roller skates.
Consumer complaining of brake rotors having to be replaced every 4000 to 5000 miles . This problem has been ongoing. Vehicle has been in/out of dealer's shop.warrnty is now expired. Dealer will not repair without cost to the consumer.something needs to be done about this problem.
Anti-lock brakes locked up, ruining all 4 tires. *dsh
Vehicle slides on snow while using brakes.
Torque converter piston failure. Tourque converter and piston replaced
Abs, loss of brake effectiveness intermittently when pedal goes to the floor.tt
Consumer stated that she took vehicle to dealerfor brake problems.while the mechanic was checking the brakes, he told her thattransmission was malfunctioning.consumer stated that when stepping on the gas pedal vehicle hesitated and shook.then, made a funny noise.vehicle had been doing this for a long time. Consumer was told by the mechanic thattherewas a recall on transmission.
While driving experienced intermittent malfunctioning of the abs brakes, when made attemtpting to slow/stop brake went to far down to stop vehicle, causing extened stopping distance.
I have replaced brakes and rotors twice since owning and need to do it again.the brakes i had put on 6 months ago are now chipping. The brake system on this thunderbisd feels inadequate.seeing the amount of complaints about the brake system on the 95 thunderbird.why isn't something being done about it?
When applying the abs brakes, the vehicle steering wheel started shaking. .
No summary listed for abov evehicle.
I have replaced the front brake pads, however car still has no power brakes and stalls after brakes are depressed.extremely disappointed in paint job!
Abs brakes vibrate and cause vehicle to shake while driving at 35-40 mph.
Abs brake system failed. Also replaced front brake rotors and pads.
Abs brake failed, causing accident.
A severe vibration occurs while applying the brakes.cannot align the front end to ford motor company specifications.all attemps (27 contacts) to get the manufacturer/dealer to repair, replace, or admitt there is a problem while applying the brakes has been to no avail.. The problem still exist.the car continuous pulls to the right.
When applying the brakes the car slows down,but will not stop. Dealer can't duplicate the problem.
No warning, applied brakes pedal descended partially then completely. Tow mechanic poured brake fluid in with no increase in pressure. Please describe detail.
When applying the brakes,car shakes and there is some popping noise .
When brakes are applied the response is too slow. Manufacturer has been contacted. Car was repaired by dealership before, problems stiil exists.
Braking system had to be replaced twice because it crystalized.would vibrate and was difficult to stop. Tt
Brakes and steering problems
Brake makes noise had the whole system replace .tt
Brakes are grabbing while braking, experienced total loss of braking.tt
During operation,when the brakes are applied, the vehicle slows down, then a sudden acceleration is experienced. This problem has occurred 3 times,this only has taking place when the vehicle slows down.
Brakes vibrate/make noise upon application.
Continuous brake problems, causing rotors, shoes and pads to crack.
Vehicle pulls to the left upon braking. Also, makes loud popping noises.
When trying to stop vehicle, brakes feel like an washboard and not even.
Upon applying the brakes there was a vibration and brakes failed, vehicle lost control/ went to the left,the person that was driving died.information was given by police officer that took the report .
Brakes failed. *sd
Brakes are grinding and popping noise-has been in shop 6 times since purchase.tt
On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral.dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly.check engine light came on intermittently.dealer replace 2 o2 sensors and maf sensor.vehicle pulls to right.wheel alignment performed.steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes.prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service.replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation.steering column had to be replaced.at times, vehicle will not shutt off.right door lock inoperative.dealer can not duplicate.customer states fluid leak at rear end.right axle seal replaced.passenger head rest rattles over bumps.dealer could not duplicate.consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal.seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor.seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration.dealer suggested higher fuel octane.customer states brake pedal seems low.brakes ok.front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph.4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up.temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative.dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs.coolant leak under car and warning light is on.dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear.driver side headlamp burnt out.headlamp replaced.transmission slips when not in overdrive.dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.
Front brakes vibrate. *sd
Car would vibrate when changing gears or trying to change gears, particularly from 3rd-4th gears.vibrated violently at high speed when excelerating for decelerating.braking at high speed caused the car front to shake and steering wheel to vibrate cause the car to uncontrollable.sudden braking caused the car to pull strongly to the right.failure of the engine cooling fan module caused the fan not to shut off when ingnition was turned off.
Brakes shutter on application first time dealer "cut" the rotors and told us they where a poor composite. Why have they not been recalled and why will ford not replace them? i've looked at the complaints we are not the only ones
Abs brake system failed. Also replaced front brake rotors and pads.
Front disc brakes failed 5 times.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Blower motor sticks on "high" or fails to work when "auto" is selected on the switch -- ref. 1996 t-bird recall.; when brakes are applied when moving forward a popping sound is heard.no obvious brake problems exist.
Brake system: brakes start making a noise, and when applying the brakes, driver has to push the brakescompletely to the floor in order to stop. Had to have brake shoes put on 6 times, calipers 0ne time and rotors replaced and machined three times.
Brake calipers failed.
Right front calipers/rotors failed.
Brake system: brakes start making a noise, and when applying the brakes, driver has to push the brakescompletely to the floor in order to stop. Had to have brake shoes put on 6 times, calipers 0ne time and rotors replaced and machined three times.
Vehicle willstall without prior warning.when at stop light consumer would put vehicle in neutral. Dealershipwas aware of the problem.dealer stated ignition system had shorted out resulting in spark plugs being burned, dealer replaced the ignition switch and spark plugs, consumer states there are still problems and now the engine is misfiring, consumer stated there was a recall regarding the ignition switch problems, however dealer informed that this vin is not included.fan belt replaced.front and rear brake pads replaced.
Replaced brake pads. Ak
After three days of having the car the rotors needed to be replaced,three month afterwards brake pads needed to be replaced . Please describe .
Brake calipers/pads replaced.
Brake pads failed.
Brake pads failed.
The brake pads are melting, when stopping the steering shakes and pulls to the side .tt
Rotors and pads that clamp onto disc warp.this occurs when condinsation and dust particals contact surface area. Documented incidents:six.
Steering wheel shimmies and the brakes grind when you apply the brakes. Replaced rotors, drums and brake pads (3) times.
When the brakes are applied.noise/ pulling and vibration is experienced. Rotors and pads have been replaced.
Every (3,255)miles vehicle requires a new brake job. Warped rotors, causing brakes to vibrate, also replaced worn pads/shoes.
Replaced front warped brake rotors; also, replaced worn out pads.
When driving the vehicle the brakes are making a lot of noise, and consumer can smell a little of smoke burning from the brakes.consumer has to replace the pads on the brakes and that ford has to replace the brakes.
Brake pads failed.
Brake pad material not mating to respective surfaces causing the rotors to warp and damage resulting in extreme vibration.
Brake rotors warp/brake pads wear irregularly, causing vehicle to shimmy.
Front end shakes and knocking or grinding sound is heard during application of brakes.rotors have been turned and replaced.problem has returned after each repair.front rotors seem to be inadequate for weight of car.
Owner states that he is having problems with his brakes,his brakes shimmy when they are used and that there is a constant needto replacebrake rotors.
Warped front brake rotors, causing brakes to vibrate when applied.
Warped brake rotors, causing shimmy upon braking.
Brake rotors failed.
Consumer complaining of brake rotors having to be replaced every 4000 to 5000 miles . This problem has been ongoing. Vehicle has been in/out of dealer's shop.warrnty is now expired. Dealer will not repair without cost to the consumer.something needs to be done about this problem.
Warped brake rotors, causing brakes to shimmy.
Rotors has been replaced twice already.please describe.
Brakes: when driving the brakes vibrate, and the vehicle pulls left or right erratically. Vehicle has been to dealer seven times and theysay it's the rotors.
Brake rotors / drums failed, causing extreme vibration/pulsation.
The brake rotors in two years have been replaced 3 times, however continues to have bad vibration and shaking on braking, due to possible design defect (thunderbirds). *et
Brake rotors needed turning several times however continued to experience problems, due to warping.
Had to replace front rotors on this vehicle 5 times - should have done it more - i just put up with the shaking/vibrations.
Rotorswarped and locked up,taken car to dealer on eight different ocassions. Please describe .
Brake rotors warp/brake pads wear irregularly, causing vehicle to shimmy.
Steering wheel shimmies and the brakes grind when you apply the brakes. Replaced rotors, drums and brake pads (3) times.
Replaced brake rotors.
After three days of having the car the rotors needed to be replaced,three month afterwards brake pads needed to be replaced . Please describe .
Brake rotorswarped and needed to be replaced about 4 times, causing serious vibration and extended stopping distance.please provide further information and vin#.
When applying brakes,pedal goes to floor, causing extended stopping distances; also,dealer replaced rotors/brake shoes and master cylinder, still an intermittent problem. Vehicle available for inspection.
While driving at 65 mph, the vehicle jumped out of overdrive and went into drive. Also, when applyingthe brakes, the front of the vehicle is shaking and vibrating due to warped rotors.consumer hadrotors replaced four times, and the dealer can't determine the problem.
The rotors have been turned twice. The steering wheel vibrates when the brakes are going out. Please describe.tt
Brake rotors replaced.
Brake rotors warped at time of delivery.
Every (3,255)miles vehicle requires a new brake job. Warped rotors, causing brakes to vibrate, also replaced worn pads/shoes.
Front brake rotors warped because they did not meet the specification requirements regardingminimum thickness.
Brake rotors failed.
Right front calipers/rotors failed.
Brake system: brakes start making a noise, and when applying the brakes, driver has to push the brakescompletely to the floor in order to stop. Had to have brake shoes put on 6 times, calipers 0ne time and rotors replaced and machined three times.
Front brake rotors continue to warp, causing vehicle to shimmy.
When the brakes are applied.noise/ pulling and vibration is experienced. Rotors and pads have been replaced.
When brakes applied, vehicle vibrates uncontrollable, second dealer said the rotors are warped, 1st dealer said let us turn them, the vehicle is 2weeks old.
Warped front end rotors, causing front end to vibrate at highway speeds when brakes are applied.
Replaced front warped brake rotors; also, replaced worn out pads.
Brakes rotors/disc drums have been replaced five times since purchasing the vehicle in oct of 95.took to dealer and was told that they are having lots of problems with the 95 thunderbird, and they can't fix the problem.
Rotors and pads that clamp onto disc warp.this occurs when condinsation and dust particals contact surface area. Documented incidents:six.
Rotorswarped replaced 3 times in 50000 and bad again /extended stopping distance . Is there a fix for this trouble ford dealers are no help thanks.
Brakes squeal and car shimmies when brakes are applied due to out of round rotors.
Brake rotors failure, makes roaring noise.yh
This vehicle has recieved major service requiring in excess of 60 days of shop time, five times alone for the transmission .
Drums failed.
Dt: the contact stated while backing out of driveway the rear brakes squeaked.there was an intense grinding noise.at40 mphthe steering wheel shook.the contacthas not taken the vehicle to a dealer for inspection .no repairs have been made at this time.updated 1/4/2006 - the tries just needed to ne balanced and rotated.the rear brake drums would grind when the brakes were pressed.
Brake drums replaced.
The brakes have been repaired several times by the dealer but they continued to warp and finally my warrenty and my patience ended. You can only lose so much time from work to repair a car. In its first four months the dealer had the car as much as i did.
Brakes rotors/disc drums have been replaced five times since purchasing the vehicle in oct of 95.took to dealer and was told that they are having lots of problems with the 95 thunderbird, and they can't fix the problem.
Brake rotors / drums failed, causing extreme vibration/pulsation.
Steering wheel shimmies and the brakes grind when you apply the brakes. Replaced rotors, drums and brake pads (3) times.
Brake drums failed, causing brakes to grind upon braking.
Drum brakes; when the rear brakes are applied the brakes do not work and theres not much resistance with the pedal.intermitten loss of brake pedal, rear brakes do not engage no total loss of brakes, service response never examined master cylinder system, when first noticed the brake pedal traveled further towards fire wall and made a distinctive clicking noise, dealer said no problem, found as brake pedal does not always go to floor ,rear brake assemblies have always had grabing , clunking sound and have had parts replaced.
Replaced brake pads. Ak
Every (3,255)miles vehicle requires a new brake job. Warped rotors, causing brakes to vibrate, also replaced worn pads/shoes.
When applying brakes,pedal goes to floor, causing extended stopping distances; also,dealer replaced rotors/brake shoes and master cylinder, still an intermittent problem. Vehicle available for inspection.
When applying brakes,pedal goes to floor, causing extended stopping distances; also,dealer replaced rotors/brake shoes and master cylinder, still an intermittent problem. Vehicle available for inspection.
Master cylinder replaced.
On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral.dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly.check engine light came on intermittently.dealer replace 2 o2 sensors and maf sensor.vehicle pulls to right.wheel alignment performed.steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes.prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service.replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation.steering column had to be replaced.at times, vehicle will not shutt off.right door lock inoperative.dealer can not duplicate.customer states fluid leak at rear end.right axle seal replaced.passenger head rest rattles over bumps.dealer could not duplicate.consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal.seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor.seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration.dealer suggested higher fuel octane.customer states brake pedal seems low.brakes ok.front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph.4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up.temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative.dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs.coolant leak under car and warning light is on.dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear.driver side headlamp burnt out.headlamp replaced.transmission slips when not in overdrive.dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.
The brake pads are melting, when stopping the steering shakes and pulls to the side .tt
When making a left hand turn out of our neighborhood, the steering wheel locked up causing my 16 year old daughter to lose control and run head on into a parked car.
During vehicle oeration at speed over 55 mph,the steering wheel vibrates from left to right.
Vehicle's steering wheel became hard to steer causing car to run into a tree.tt
Vehicle would not turn off.vehicle taken to a repair shop, and had to replace steering column. Feel free to provide any further information.
Steering system failure, vehicle will veer left or right own its own, if driver does not have a firm hold on steering wheel.
Power steering has "frozen" momentarily on several occassions and there is also a problem with the brakes shuddering/vibrating when stopping.
Loss of power steering when making left turns. (sometimes rite turns too). Causing steering wheel to jerk severely to the left or rite.*la
Power steering unit failed.
Steering system failure, vehicle will veer left or right own its own, if driver does not have a firm hold on steering wheel.
High pressure power steering line that runs from the gear box across the underneath carriage of the car to the right side of the power steering short rack, is crossed by two transmission cooling lines. Dealer contacted and cannot remedy the problem. Owner made temporary repairs and problem still exists. Provide further information.
When driving the steering wheel would lock,and seconds later the steering would get extremely loose and driver would lose control of vehicle. Has seen dealer 5 times.rack and pinion has been replaced. Problem still exists.
This vehicle has recieved major service requiring in excess of 60 days of shop time, five times alone for the transmission .
Dashboard reflects into windshield which causes poor visibility while driving.tt
Sunvisor fabric came loose from seam.
Door panels failed, left door panel cracked, right door panel fabric loose. *dsh
Due to a unsafe driver's side door, consumer believed the dealership put used parts on his new vehicle.(nar)*ph
Right door power switch inoperative. *sd
Design of car doors does not allow the door to hold itself open while on an incline.
Window leaks. *sd
Unsafe driver's side door in consumer's 1995 ford thunderbird.
Cosumer complainingthatdriver's side door will not secure properly unless the door is slammed close.believes that the door hinges and attachments were constructed improperly. Ford was notified.
Door hinges have worn out on the doors of my car. The door will not close. It will be 350 dollars to repair them, and it is a design flaw, as per my mechanic. It is dangerous and potentially life threatening.
Frame of the vehicle two small for bolts in to hold the frame together.took to repair shop and they did not repair.
When applying the brakes,car shakes and there is some popping noise .
On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral.dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly.check engine light came on intermittently.dealer replace 2 o2 sensors and maf sensor.vehicle pulls to right.wheel alignment performed.steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes.prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service.replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation.steering column had to be replaced.at times, vehicle will not shutt off.right door lock inoperative.dealer can not duplicate.customer states fluid leak at rear end.right axle seal replaced.passenger head rest rattles over bumps.dealer could not duplicate.consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal.seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor.seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration.dealer suggested higher fuel octane.customer states brake pedal seems low.brakes ok.front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph.4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up.temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative.dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs.coolant leak under car and warning light is on.dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear.driver side headlamp burnt out.headlamp replaced.transmission slips when not in overdrive.dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.
Vehicle has too much weight in front which causes loss of control. Vehicle loses traction an dskids sideways.
Front suspension failure, when making a turn vehicle makes a loud noise, causing vibration in the front end and excessive wear of tires.
Purchase car new lease the transmission was rebuilt, the front end is bad the front control arm bolt broken was in three time for that .tt
During routine maintenances both front coil springs were found to be broken.both springs were broken in the same manner and location.the car only has 45,000 miles on it!
Left front and left rear coil springs are broken. Car is in mint condition nd never been in an accident.
Right rear shock replaceddue to noise.
Left front and left rear coil springs are broken. Car is in mint condition nd never been in an accident.
Front right slipped belt and all four worn out at 20,000 on a 50,000 tire. (tiresize: p215/65r15)
Tires had 16,000-miles , tire came aparton i-70 in colorado at 75 m.p.h. Was able to maintain control.went to the firestone dealer and got new tire free of charge. The following year the remaining 3-tires cracked all the way around sidewall. I went to the firestone dealer and they adjusted the 3-tires for 16.00 dollars. My quetsion is are these tires safe to drive? has anyone else complained about this size? i have all the adjustment papers in my files. Signed: gary salyer. (tiresize: p21570 r15)( dot number: tire size: p21570 r15 )
Lost tread but tire did not deflate. No crash but lots of damage to car body. (dot number: hym3ft8198tiresize: p215/70r15)
After parking consumer noticed this firestonetire tread was separating in the middle. Firestone was contacted.
The tread on all four firestone tires (fr 680 p21570r15) are beginning to separate from the sidewall, dealer agreed this is the beginning of tread separation but says firestone is not recall this size tire and to take the vehicle back to ford.nlm
Noticed loss of anti-freeze for several months.temperature gauge didn't get hot. Engine check light came on to letconsumer know thatanti-freeze waslow.drovevehicle for about one mile and smoked started coming out of the exhaust pipe,smelled like it was on fire.even after turning vehicle off smoke was coming out of exhaust.hadcar towed to mechanic. He saidthat engine head gasket needed to be replaced.
On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral.dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly.check engine light came on intermittently.dealer replace 2 o2 sensors and maf sensor.vehicle pulls to right.wheel alignment performed.steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes.prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service.replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation.steering column had to be replaced.at times, vehicle will not shutt off.right door lock inoperative.dealer can not duplicate.customer states fluid leak at rear end.right axle seal replaced.passenger head rest rattles over bumps.dealer could not duplicate.consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal.seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor.seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration.dealer suggested higher fuel octane.customer states brake pedal seems low.brakes ok.front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph.4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up.temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative.dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs.coolant leak under car and warning light is on.dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear.driver side headlamp burnt out.headlamp replaced.transmission slips when not in overdrive.dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.
Dashboard rattle. *sd
Car pulls to the right since day one. Returned car to dealership twice and refused to acknowledge problem. Whendriving a0t 60-70 mph if i should let go of wheel the car would immediately run off the road. Long trips are very tiring to arms, shoulders and back. My tires are good, front end in alignment etc.
It is the paint on the car, not any failed components.we have repeatedly contacted the dealer to no avail.we have also contacted ford motor corp.i recently saw two otherford thunderbirds with the exact defect patterns in the paint.no safety defect listed.
Paint oxidation on top of vehicle, side and door.
Engine check light keeps coming on.consuemr feels vehicle is overheating.
Bad paint- bad paint- bad paint. No safety defect.
Well maintained vehicles do not just blow heagaskets. How can ford put a recall out for only some of their 3.8l v-6 engines and not the others? howcan they ignore this problem? no safety defect listed. Statement of inquiry.
Sudden acceleration, resulting in an accident/injuries.
The contact owns a 1995 ford thunderbird. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the vehicle accelerated independently and the vehicle hydroplaned on wet road conditions. The contact crashed against a tree and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained a head injury, a fractured sternum and a fractured collarbone. In addition, the contact sustained damage to the heart cage, a kidney and internal bleeding. The vehicle was destroyed and was later inspected by the contact's insurance company and an authorized dealer. The cause of the failure was undetermined by both. The failure was reported to the manufacturer. The approximate failure and current mileage was 65,000.
Vehicle lunged forward, causing accident.
Transmission shudder at shift points into third and overdrive with normal acceleration; also, with aggressive acceleration, the engine turns 4,500 rpm before shifting into second.
While parallel parking and moving forward, vehicle suddenly accelerated with high speed in which the driver had foot on the brakes, but would not stop, causing an accident. Driver hit tree and a wall when attempting to stop vehicle. Airbagdeployed, causing eye damage to the occupant.no prior problems.dealer could not find any problems with the vehicle.please provide further information and vin#.
Sudden acceleration. *sd
When airbag deploded cruise controls flew at my daughter i though this was very unsafe and want to know if the design has been change inthe ford line for cruise control panel.
On two occasions in heavy traffic vehicle suddenly lurched forward. Dealer was notified. Engine roars, consumer would tap the accelerator and would go to the floor, feels as if vehicle is put in neutral.dealer replaced transmission gear shift switch assembly.check engine light came on intermittently.dealer replace 2 o2 sensors and maf sensor.vehicle pulls to right.wheel alignment performed.steering wheel shimmy when applying brakes.prformed front disc/ rear drum brake service.replaced front rotors after brake job due to pulsation.steering column had to be replaced.at times, vehicle will not shutt off.right door lock inoperative.dealer can not duplicate.customer states fluid leak at rear end.right axle seal replaced.passenger head rest rattles over bumps.dealer could not duplicate.consumer states noise from seat when no one is sitting there, dealer states this is normal.seat track covers mising one laying in the rear floor.seat track cover reinstalled. Consumer stats there is a pinging noise upon acceleration.dealer suggested higher fuel octane.customer states brake pedal seems low.brakes ok.front end shimmies at 50 to 60 mph.4 tires balanced. Dome light will not come on when driver outside door handle pulled up.temperature and speedomoter light burned was inoperative.dealer replaced instrument cluster bulbs.coolant leak under car and warning light is on.dealer found no leaks and coolant level low. Consumer states motor will roar and shift into gear.driver side headlamp burnt out.headlamp replaced.transmission slips when not in overdrive.dealer replaced transmission oil pan and gasket.
While at a drive-in windowleft tire was on the walkway.consumer backed up to get straight in the driveway.then put car in drive, andvehicle would not stop. Consumerpressed gas pedalto the floor , but car would not stop.hit another car then stopped.
Speedometer does not register until 15 mph or above.
Occasionally whengas pedal is depressed, it will not return immedately, causing the car to lurch forward.
The sun roof of my 1995 ford thunderbird blew off my car as i was driving down the highway, the brackets that held it up broke off and the glass went flying across traffic.
Blower motor sticks on "high" or fails to work when "auto" is selected on the switch -- ref. 1996 t-bird recall.; when brakes are applied when moving forward a popping sound is heard.no obvious brake problems exist.
The head gasket in my car has failed as have many of the 3.8l ford v6's ford has produced also the driver side mirror fell off the car while driving down the raod there was no sign of tampering with it no scratches no dents just fell right off the car and on to the road!!!!.
Window trim failed.
In heavy rain cannot see thru windshield; get a glare, everything seems to be magniified; impairs vision.tt
Windshield wiper installed with loose connection to block. *dsh
Right rear wheel studs broke. *sd
Wheel studs on left rear wheel failed.
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