Ford Thunderbird 1980
Model Thunderbird made in 1980 by Ford got 3 consumer complains, 2 investigations there are 3 recalls as well as 5 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to service brakes, hydraulic. . Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, equipment and exterior lighting. The car had some investigations: parking brake, service brakes, hydraulic. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic.
Model 1980
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | ||||||||||||||||
| 08E019000 | INTERCONTINENTAL AUTO PARTS | E (Equipment) | 1937 | 03/19/2008 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/06/2008 | 03/06/2008 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Intercontinental auto parts is recalling 1,937 fuel filters, p/nos alg 44/1 and purolator f10024, shipped between january 14 and february 13, 2008, sold for use on the vehicles listed above. the filter's outlet cap may not be securely crimped to the housing. this could result in a separation of filter's outlet cap from the housing. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If this condition occurs while attempting to start the vehicle, a no start condition may result and fuel may be pumped onto the ground. if this occurs while the vehicle is in motion, the engine may stop due to inadequate fuel supply. if an ignition source were present, fuel leakage may result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Intercontinental will replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began during march 2008. owners may contact intercontinental at 800-451-2593. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to intercontinental aftermarket fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the ford motor company.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| 07E064000 | FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION | E (Equipment) | 34000 | 10/15/2007 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 08/27/2007 | 08/24/2007 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall began on october 15, 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket carter, napa, accuflow, tru flow, parts master, and parts depot brand fuel pumps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed motor vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS | ||||||||||||||||
| 79V262000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 09/01/1979 to 09/01/1979 | V (Vehicle) | 3000 | 02/20/1980 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 12/18/1979 | 01/14/1980 | 571 | 105 | |||||
| Defect Summary | The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, hydraulic brake systems. rear axle assemblies intended for other vehicles may have been installed in the involved vehicles. the wheel cylinders may not be the correct size. this could affect braking performance. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will replace any incorrect wheel cylinders without charge to owner. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: service brakes; rear brake cylinders.consequences of defect: this condition could result in increased stoppingdistances, which could lead to a vehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||||
| 80-3-6-S | 06/01/1980 | 80-3-6-S | 48411 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||||
| 80-12-5 | 06/01/1980 | 48410 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH | |||||
| 80-4-34-S | 06/01/1980 | 48427 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM | |||||
| 80-12-13 | 06/01/1980 | 48418 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES | |||||
| 002310 | 11/13/2000 | 616522 | Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt | 03/05/2001 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PARKING BRAKE | ||||||
| PE89039 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 02/09/1989 | 06/13/1989 | PARKING BRAKE FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| EA86005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 11/25/1985 | 07/23/1987 | POWER BRAKE BOOSTER | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 02/10/1996 | |||
| While going into a curve at 50 mph, driver lost control of vehicle, but soon regained control of vehicle but driver experienced a loss of brakes. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 02/22/1995 | |||
| Defective market brake pads, dynacraft corp manufactured pads model mx 152. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 03/22/1995 | |||
| Dynacraft semi metalic brake pad model mx152. clamp on outside rotor disc sheared off slid forward resulting in extended stopping distance. tt | |||