Ten problems related to air conditioner have been reported for the 1996 Ford Thunderbird. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1996 Ford Thunderbird. While driving approximately 25 mph with the air conditioner activated the fan blower stopped functioning. The contact stated the failure also occurred when the heat or defroster was activated. The functions would also operate erratically causing the fan blower to go from high to low on its own. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that NHTSA recall campaign id number: 96v007000 (equipment:electrical:air conditioner) was related but the VIN was not included. The approximate failure mileage 123,100.
When turning on the air condition and setting the blower on high, the a/c would not turn off. Dealer is aware of the problem. Please provide any further information. Mr.
Climate control blower sometimes blows erractically on high, and sometimes it doesn't blow at all. This problem was discussed in recall 96v007000/ manufacturer's recall 95s32. Consumer has contacted manufacturer regarding recall. This vehicle was not included in recall due to VIN. Please provide any further details.
Air conditioning unit failed.
Air conditioner compressor failed.
Air conditioner fan switch defective.
Air conditioner is stuck in the on position. This problem causes consumer not to be able to read the time. Also, defroster does not work.
Water was getting into air cleaner.
Mildew smell coming from a/c system.
Heater/air conditioning blower has failed. Related recall 96v007000; consumer's vehicle not included due to VIN.