Electrical System Problems of Ford Thunderbird

Ford Thunderbird owners have reported 47 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 19 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's ignition coils failure (8 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Ford Thunderbird

The Electrical System problem

Stereo cuts on and off all the time and sometimes the car alarm goes off.   Read details...

The Ignition Coils Failure problem

Ignition coils malfunction replacement needed. Engine misfire at lower speeds.   Read details...

The Ignition problem

I just purchased a 2002 Ford Thunderbird and have become aware of a design problem that potentially could be fatal to the driver and other motorists. I have learned that Ford motor company has extended the warranty for model years 2003-2005 for the coil over plug (cop) ignition system, but not for   Read details...

The Alternator/generator/regulator problem

A couple of months after the car was purchased the battery light comes on and when it does no other electrical parts will operate. For instance if you have a window down you can't roll it up or the heater won't work. This has been an ongoing problem since the car was purchased.   Read details...

The Wiring problem

Had the vehicle tuned-up. After a few driven miles the airbag light came on and stays lite. The problem "driver side air bag high resistance" causes "a poor connection where the clockspring connect into the main wiring harness. " cost to replace/repair $681.   Read details...




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