Seats Problems of Ford Thunderbird

Ford Thunderbird owners have reported 7 seats related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common seats problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's front seat recliner (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's seats (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Seats related problems of Ford Thunderbird


Recently reported Seats problems of Ford Thunderbird

The Front Seat Recliner problem

Driver's seat will shift or move back and forth when accelerating, turning a curb or braking, causing safety hazard.   Read details...

The Seats problem

Both front seatbacks tilt foward without pressing the adjuster. Consumer stated the backs should be in the lock position until released by the adjuster. Cause is unknown. Dealer stated they all are like that. Jb   Read details...

The Seat Broken problem

While driving my car on the highway last evening, the left shoulder airbag was deployed. I immediately pulled the car to the side of the road. I noted that the left front tire was flat. My husband changed the tire.   Read details...

The Mid/rear Seats Assembly problem

Inquiry regarding latch locking in the driver and back seat of 1997 Ford Thunderbird. The passenger side front seat latch will not remain locked when the seat was in an upright position. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who indicated that there was noting wrong with seat.   Read details...

The Front Seat Head Restraint problem

The headrest does not raise to the level of the occupants head, it only comes up to the back of the neck.   Read details...




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