[xxx] need your help her car was stolen and not returned witness [xxx][xxx] and witness ABS order[xxx] location campus police fsu sba building 1(910)672-1726 more information robert hassell campus police car was parked and locked student[xxx] car was taken not returned asking for car recall [xxx] [xxx] to start process victim[xxx] is waiting for settlement at [xxx] or [xxx] thanks. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
1990 Ford Thunderbird: ABS light or ABS activating
17 of the 140 complaints about the 1990 Ford Thunderbird describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 17
- of this car's complaints
- 12%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 3 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Your assistance is required in resolving the following problem with a dangerous and claimed unrepairable braking system on this 1990 ford thunderbird super coupe VIN#[xxx]. This vehicle was manufactured with an ABS braking system that is dangerous upon failure. This ABS system upon failure results in the "complete" loss of braking on this vehicle and poses a serious threat of injury to unsuspecting occupants operating this vehicle. This vehicle is equipped with the early tevis ii anti-lock braking system which has been described by ford brake technicians as the "worst" braking system ever installed on a vehicle to repair. Unlike other ABS braking systems, which allow a vehicle's hydraulic braking system to continue to function with a failure in the ABS portion of the system, this vehicle's "entire brake system fails" with the loss of its ABS component. Ford was apparently aware of this defect and apparent danger, because this system was upgraded only after approximately 3-years of production. I have spent over $2,000.00 over the last 2 years on this braking system. I initially took it to a pearson's ford in san diego california in 2001 for brake system repair and upon receiving the vehicle from dealer, I experienced a problem with the ABS warning light coming on periodically while driving the vehicle. I returned it to the dealership on several occasions and the dealer stated that they could not find the problem. They suggested I continue to drive the vehicle. I continued to drive the vehicle upon pearson ford's recommendation until I experienced a full system failure. Theodore robbins ford of costa mesa california has attempted repairs and the system has failed after each repair. They still have the vehicle. Ford states they no longer support this brake system and did not see a need to issue any alerts or recalls on this system, which discontinued. Your assistance will be greatly appreciated. Updated 07/26/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
When coming to a stop driver's side wheel will lock up when applying ABS brakes. Dealer notified.
Proceeding north on ca hwy 101 near ventura. Antilock and brake lights activated. Attempted to stop while at 70 MPH. Pedal "hard" can would not stop. Used stick shift gears to bring vehicle speed down, used emergency brake to bring car to halt at side of fwy. Shut off ignition. Restarted vehicle thinking computer was at fault and needed resetting. Antilock and brake warning lights went out--vehicle could be "stopped" but system went out permanantly after driving approx. 5 more miles. Had vehicle towed to dealer in thousand oaks ca ( kemp) and informed that the "relay bank" had shorted out. Costs approx. $200.00 to repair. Problem---ABS did not function at all!!!
Abs control unit went out. Applied the brakes & the brake pedal went to the floor. Used emergency brakes to stop vehicle. Took vehicle to private mechanic & was informed inside control unit was defective & could not be rebuilt.
Abs brakes system complete failure due to master cylinder failure.
The ABS brakes keep coming on and off. Consumer was told that when ABS light begins to come on the system is about to fail. Dealer was contacted and told the consumer that there is also a problem with the master cylinder.
The ABS brake booster is leaking brake fluid onto the exhaust manifold. The dealer has been notified.
Vehicle has been in the repair shop (12) to (15) times for numerous braking problems, rotors/pads/drums or entire braking system has to be replaced. Vehicle is equipped with ABS.
Abs brakes failed, resulting in extended stopping distance.
Abs brakes failed, causing vehicle to lose control.
Abs: anti-lock brake light came on, pedal got hard, driver could not stop vehicle, no braking assist, pushed pedal hard, instead of normal stopping,vehicle went about 500 ft before stopping, no accident, however could have caused an accident.
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Related recalls
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Questions about the 1990 Ford Thunderbird abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1990 Ford Thunderbird?
17 of 140 owner complaints about the 1990 Ford Thunderbird (12%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1990.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1990 Ford Thunderbird?
There are 0 recalls and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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