Differential Unit Problems of Ford Thunderbird

Ford Thunderbird owners have reported 2 problems related to differential unit (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford Thunderbird based on all problems reported for the Thunderbird.

1 Differential Unit problem of the 2003 Ford Thunderbird

Failure Date: 10/14/2005

The vehicles rearend (differential) develops a howling noise, noticable at 40+ mph. This same problem has occurred twice before. The dealership has replaced the rearend on two previous occassions. The noise is starting to occur again, if replaced this would be the fourth rearend.

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2 Differential Unit problem of the 1996 Ford Thunderbird

Failure Date: 01/01/1997

Rear end differential failed.

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