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1995 Ford Thunderbird brakes problems

brakes problem

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1995 Ford Thunderbird Owner Comments (Page 1 of 2)

problem #39

Feb 021998

Thunderbird

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

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).

- Waggaman, LA, USA

problem #38

Jul 042000

(reported on)

Thunderbird

  • miles
Had to replace front rotors on this vehicle 5 times - should have done it more - I just put up with the shaking/vibrations.

- Murrells Inlet, SC, USA

problem #37

Aug 011995

Thunderbird

  • miles
Rotors warped replaced 3 times in 50000 and bad again /extended stopping distance. Is there a fix for this trouble Ford dealers are no help thanks.

- Pensacola, FL, USA

problem #36

Apr 291999

Thunderbird

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Brake rotors failure, makes roaring noise.

- Waggaman, LA, USA

problem #35

Jan 011996

Thunderbird

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving at 65 mph, the vehicle jumped out of overdrive and went into drive. Also, when applying the brakes, the front of the vehicle is shaking and vibrating due to warped rotors. Consumer had rotors replaced four times, and the dealer can't determine the problem.

- Greenacres, FL, USA

problem #34

Mar 191997

Thunderbird

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brake rotors needed turning several times however continued to experience problems, due to warping.

- Texas City, TX, USA

problem #33

Apr 011996

Thunderbird

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Brake rotors warped and needed to be replaced about 4 times, causing serious vibration and extended stopping distance. Please provide further information and VIN#.

- Portsmith, NH, USA

problem #32

Sep 281998

Thunderbird

  • miles
Brake rotors / drums failed, causing extreme vibration/pulsation.

- Liverpool, NY, USA

problem #31

Aug 301996

(reported on)

Thunderbird

  • miles
Brake rotors warped at time of delivery.

- Seviervill, TN, USA

problem #30

Mar 251997

Thunderbird

  • miles
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.

- Loveland, OH, USA

problem #29

Jun 151998

Thunderbird

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

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.

- Cottonwood, CA, USA

problem #28

Jan 271998

(reported on)

Thunderbird

  • miles
Warped brake rotors, causing brakes to shimmy.

- Fayetteville, GA, USA

problem #27

Dec 181997

(reported on)

Thunderbird

  • miles
Front brake rotors continue to warp, causing vehicle to shimmy.

- Fayetteville, GA, USA

problem #26

Dec 171997

(reported on)

Thunderbird

  • miles
Brakes squeal and car shimmies when brakes are applied due to out of round rotors.

- Villa Rica, GA, USA

problem #25

Mar 281996

Thunderbird

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brake rotors failed.

- Greenville, SC, USA

problem #24

Oct 021997

(reported on)

Thunderbird

  • miles
Front brake rotors warped because they did not meet the specification requirements regarding minimum thickness.

- Fayetteville, GA, USA

problem #23

Dec 181995

Thunderbird

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
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.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

problem #22

Apr 011997

Thunderbird

  • miles
Warped front end rotors, causing front end to vibrate at highway speeds when brakes are applied.

- Lakewood, OH, USA

problem #21

Jul 101995

Thunderbird

  • miles
Rotors and pads that clamp onto disc warp. This occurs when condinsation and dust particals contact surface area. Documented incidents: Six.

- Woodbridge, VA, USA

problem #20

Sep 161995

Thunderbird

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes: When driving the brakes vibrate, and the vehicle pulls left or right erratically. Vehicle has been to dealer seven times and they say it's the rotors.

- Chattanooga, TN, USA

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