Table 1 shows nine common power train related problems of the 1996 Ford Thunderbird. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission torque converter (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (three problems).
Transmission hesitation started at 1,671 miles, final repair at 26,069 of the faulty torque converter. Mjs Read details...
Tranmission failed to operate at 62000 miles of wear. Vehicle is unable to move. Dealer notified and refused to repair uless cost is to consumer. Read details...
Shift interlock engaged - total loss of use. Shift interlock requires bypass by turning ignition to just before acc comes on, shifting to netrual, and starting car. If you shift to park requires you start process again. Loss of high mount brake lamp and both tail lights. Read details...