Service Brakes Problems of Ford Thunderbird

Ford Thunderbird owners have reported 65 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 15 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake disc rotor (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake disc (10 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of Ford Thunderbird

The Brake Disc Rotor problem

While driving 50 mph or greater the steering wheel vibrates and shakes vigorously, causing the vehicle to sway left to right. Been in the dealer 8 times. Dealer replaced 4 sets of tires/rotors. Problem still occurring. Dealer cannot determine problem.   Read details...

The Brake Disc problem

This failure was front and rear disk brakes vibrating,,scaping noise in front left brake, and long stopping distance, dealer solution was to turn all four rotors,, car is in shop again now for same problem,, the solution again is to turn rotors again,I am tring to get them to replace rotors,but   Read details...

The Brake Foundation Components problem

While driving at any speed the vehicle vibrates. Also, upon applying the brakes and coming to a stop, the vehicle vibrates real badly and jerks/loss of power without prior warning.   Read details...

The Brake Electric Antilock problem

Warped front brake rotors, causing front end vibration when brakes are applied.   Read details...

The Brake Disc Pads problem

1997 Ford Thunderbird. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle VIN# not listed on defective brake pads/rotors recall notice.   Read details...




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