One problem related to engine failure has been reported for the 2002 Ford Thunderbird. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Ford Thunderbird based on all problems reported for the 2002 Thunderbird.
Engine failure. While driving approx 40 mph. Slowed to stop for an animal in the road and engine failed. I shifted to neutral and restarted w/o problem. Had this occured in a busy intersection, it could have resulted in serious injury and/or death. Please investigate and notify Ford. This is not the first complaing you hav recieved regarding this problem.