1984 Ford Thunderbird Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1984 Ford Thunderbird has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 7 fires, 2 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (12 reports).

1Recalls
26Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Thunderbird?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1984 Ford Thunderbird recalls

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Recall 83V134Dec 20, 1983530,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1984 Ford Thunderbird problems

Problem areas named in the 26 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System12
Engine And Engine Cooling7
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Seat Belts2
Power Train2
Seats1
Structure1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Steering1

What owners report

2004-04-22, Fuel System, Gasoline
CAR STALLS AFTER IT WARMS UP.RUNS WELL WHILE DRIVING WHEN CAMING TO A STOP CALL STALLS AND CAUSES CAR TO NOT HAVE POWER BRAKES OR POWER STEERING WITCH MAY CAUSE A VERY BAD ACCIDENT.
2002-12-10, Wheels
THE SPOKES HAVE COME LOOSE CAUSING THE WHEELS TO WOBBLE WHICH COULD CAUSE A WHEEL COLLAPSE. DT
2001-08-28, Latches/Locks/Linkages
CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING ON TURNPIKE, THE HOOD FLEW UP, STRIKING AND SHATTERING THE SUN ROOF GLASS, THE POLICE OFFICER INSPECTED THE HOOD LATCH AND IT APPEARED TO BE OLD, WHICH POSSIBLY MALFUNTIONED, CONSUMER SUFFERED MINOR INJURIES.(OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT #10-90-356)*JB
2001-01-31, Engine And Engine Cooling
VEHICLE STALLED, WITH WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND HEATER RUNNING, IT ENDED UP CATCHING ON FIRE, POSSIBLE ENGINE FAILURE. *SLC
2001-01-23, Electrical System
THE DRIVE GEAR ON THE DISTRIBUTOR SHAFT IS CUT IN THE WRONG DIRECTION TO MATCH THE GEAR ON THE CRANKSHAFT. NLM

1984 Ford Thunderbird questions

Does the 1984 Ford Thunderbird have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1984 Ford Thunderbird: Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1984 Ford Thunderbird?

Based on 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (12), Engine And Engine Cooling (7), Fuel System, Gasoline (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1984 Ford Thunderbird has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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