NHTSA Safety Recalls
Ford Thunderbird Recalls by Year
Every model year from 2002 to 2005, ranked by how many recalls it carries.
Across 3 model years (2002–2005) the Ford Thunderbird has 4 NHTSA recalls. The worst year is 2002 with 2; the cleanest is 2005 with 1.
- Model years
- 3
- Total recalls
- 4
- Worst year
- 2002
- Cleanest year
- 2005
2002–2005
2 recalls
1 recalls
Recalls by model year
| Year | Recalls | Relative |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 1 | |
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 1 | |
| 2002 Ford Thunderbird | 2 |
What gets recalled most on the Ford Thunderbird
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE1
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE1
- SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING1
- SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST1
Reading these numbers
A high recall count is not the same as an unreliable car. Recalls are safety defects the manufacturer reports and repairs free; a maker that files many of them is often being more diligent, not less. Older model years also accumulate recalls simply by existing longer.
What matters for a specific car is whether its own VIN is covered by an open campaign. Check it on NHTSA's lookup or call 1-888-327-4236.