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2004 Ford Thunderbird recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2004 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Seats | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jul 8, 200404V330000 | Seats: front assembly power adjustTHE SEAT MAY NOT PERFORM AS INTENDED DURING A CRASH WHICH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY. DetailsHide details for campaign 04V330000
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Owner complaints by component34
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 9 | 26 |
| Engine | 7 | 21 |
| Power train | 7 | 21 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | 15 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 12 |
| Air bags | 3 | 9 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 6 |
| Hydraulic | 2 | 6 |
| Fuel system | 1 | 3 |
| Gasoline | 1 | 3 |
| Suspension | 1 | 3 |
| Wheels | 1 | 3 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Engine
“The contact owns a 2004 Ford Thunderbird. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact approached a stop sign and the vehicle stopped as needed; however, after the contact depressed on the…”
- Vehicle speed control
“Have replaced via ford dealer throttle control sensor twice. First repair 2007. Second repair 2014, and now in 2020. I am facing same problem again. Obviously the control system is defective.”
- Fuel system
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford thunderbird. The contact stated that while inside the vehicle, an abnormal odor appeared as the check engine warning light illuminated.”
Other Ford Thunderbird model years
- 20051 recall27 complaints
- 20041 recall34 complaints
- 20030 recalls33 complaints
- 20021 recall93 complaints
Other Ford models
- 2004 F-1505 recalls2,029 complaints
- 2004 Escape6 recalls499 complaints
- 2004 Explorer0 recalls1,304 complaints
- 2004 Focus1 recall387 complaints
- 2004 F-2503 recalls408 complaints
- 2004 Mustang1 recall130 complaints
- 2004 F-3503 recalls289 complaints
- 2004 Taurus1 recall375 complaints
- 2004 Expedition0 recalls297 complaints
- 2004 Ranger10 recalls404 complaints
- 2004 Windstar0 recalls24 complaints
- 2004 E-35010 recalls46 complaints
2004 Ford Thunderbird recall questions
How many recalls does the 2004 Ford Thunderbird have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2004 Ford Thunderbird. The most recent, 04V330000 (reported July 8, 2004), concerns seats. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2004 Ford Thunderbird?
Vehicle speed control is the most-reported component, named in 9 complaints out of 34 filed with NHTSA (26%). Across all complaints, owners reported 5 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2004 Ford Thunderbird?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.
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