1996 Ford Thunderbird
Owners have filed 295 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Ford Thunderbird. Engine is the most reported problem area, at 20% of complaints. Next are brakes (19%) and wipers, windshield & visibility (7%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 295 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Engine 20% of complaints
- Recalls
- 2
- Fuel economy
- 18 to 19 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
Owners have filed 295 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Ford Thunderbird. Engine is the most reported problem area, at 20% of complaints. Next are brakes (19%) and wipers, windshield & visibility (7%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1996 Ford Thunderbird
Recalls
The 1996 Ford Thunderbird is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 2 versions of the 1996 Ford Thunderbird. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 19 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 17 city / 24 highway.