Recalls ·2005 Ford Thunderbird
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Ford Thunderbird; the most frequently affected component is fuel system, gasoline — storage. Owners filed 27 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 3 model years of this model in the database, 2005 ranks #3 for number of recalls.
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel tank may have a localized thin wall section in the lower half of the tank. The fuel tank may crack creating a potential for a fuel leak and fuel odor. The "service engine soon" indicator may illuminate.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. The recall began on april 4, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673, lincoln at 1-800-521-4140.
Share of the 27 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford thunderbird. The contact was driving approximately 40 mph when the engine stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The failure recurred twice. The approximate failure mileage was…
Corrosion of the aluminum wheels causing separation of the chrome plating on the wheel inner bead and resulting in air leaks from around the wheel at the bead of the tires. *tr
Letter from constituent regarding an ongoing throttle problem with his 2005 ford thunderbird; information provided to nhtsa that may be the bases of a recall of the thunderbird. *smd the consumer stated in early august of this year, a yellow mechanic wrench light appeared on the dashboard at the time of start up. The…
The contact owns a 2005 Ford Thunderbird. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH over a speed bump, the contact heard a loud grinding noise with no warning light illuminated. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed fuel leaking from the fuel tank with no warning light illuminated.…
Recalls per model year for this model.
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.