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really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 1
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.

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1995 Ford Thunderbird brakes problems

brakes problem

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1995 Ford Thunderbird Owner Comments

problem #19

Oct 151995

Thunderbird

  • miles

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

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.

- Niles, OH, USA

problem #18

Mar 021999

(reported on)

Thunderbird

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When applying the brakes the car slows down, but will not stop. Dealer can't duplicate the problem.

- Pukalani, HI, USA

problem #17

Aug 171995

Thunderbird

  • miles
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.

- Van Buren, AR, USA

problem #16

Jun 041996

Thunderbird

  • miles

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

Brakes and steering problems

- Pinson, AL, USA

problem #15

Jul 171996

Thunderbird

  • miles
Vehicle pulls to the left upon braking. Also, makes loud popping noises.

- Batavia, OH, USA

problem #14

Jul 071995

Thunderbird

  • miles
When brakes are applied the response is too slow. Manufacturer has been contacted. Car was repaired by dealership before, problems stiil exists.

- Savannah, GA, USA

problem #13

Feb 051996

Thunderbird

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

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

Continuous brake problems, causing rotors, shoes and pads to crack.

- Moreno Val, CA, USA

problem #12

May 141996

Thunderbird

  • miles
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.

- Bynbrook, NY, USA

problem #11

Dec 091996

(reported on)

Thunderbird

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When applying the brakes, car shakes and there is some popping noise.

- Griffin, GA, USA

problem #10

Sep 051995

Thunderbird

  • miles
Brakes vibrate/make noise upon application.

- Cedar Lake, IN, USA

problem #9

Oct 011995

Thunderbird

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

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

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.

- Shermansville, PA, USA

problem #8

Dec 291995

Thunderbird

  • miles
When trying to stop vehicle, brakes feel like an washboard and not even.

- Duewoody, GA, USA

problem #7

Apr 161996

Thunderbird

  • miles
Brakes failed.

- Rome, GA, USA

problem #6

Feb 141996

Thunderbird

  • miles
Front brakes vibrate.

- Blacksburg, VA, USA

problem #5

Nov 271995

Thunderbird

  • miles
Brakes are grabbing while braking, experienced total loss of braking.

- Blacksburg, VA, USA

problem #4

Sep 221995

(reported on)

Thunderbird

  • miles
Brake makes noise had the whole system replace.

- Ranchosantam, CA, USA

problem #3

Sep 211995

(reported on)

Thunderbird

  • miles
No warning, applied brakes pedal descended partially then completely. Tow mechanic poured brake fluid in with no increase in pressure.

- Columbia, MD, USA

problem #2

Jul 131995

(reported on)

Thunderbird

  • miles
Brakes are grinding and popping noise-has been in shop 6 times since purchase.

- Virginia Bea, VA, USA

problem #1

Jun 071995

Thunderbird

  • miles
Braking system had to be replaced twice because it crystalized. Would vibrate and was difficult to stop.

- Alburn , GA, USA

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