Overheating at first then after the headgaskets were replaced the rod bearings failed which added another 1200.00 to the 1645.00 of the first repair and the power steering pump was replaced at the time of the first repair.
1991 Ford Thunderbird: engine overheating
5 of the 111 complaints about the 1991 Ford Thunderbird describe engine overheating.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 8 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Engine overheating by model year
What owners say
Antifreeze is leaking through out exhaust system caused by bad head gaskets. Engine overheated, blew a head gasket, and lost antifreeze immediately. Ford dealer is denying any problems they may have with the gaskets.
Head gasket failed due to poor design resulting in overheating. Nlm
Electrical system shorted out. Mechanic stated that car has had overheating problems. Consumer also indicated that master cylinder locked up twice, as well as steering column and entire dashboard went out. The electrical system shut down the anti- lock brake system. Then the engine wires shorted out. Causing brake fluid to pour down to exhaust system onto the engine manifold, resulting in a fire. Was forced to shut down vehicle because consumer did not have power while driving on the highway. Also she was almost killed twice. The dealerskip koons ford inc stated that there was no recall on car for ignition switch. The consumer wants her car to be fixed.
Repeated brake problems after several repair attempts, causing rear brakes to overheat/melt.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Ford motor company now recommends sae 5W-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered...
- Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip
- A new silicone gasket and sealant
- Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system
- Blower motor- "chirping" or "squeaking" from blower motor at low speeds
- Temperature gauge - fluctuating and /or inaccurate high readings
- Revised oil pan gasket
- New torque-to-yield cylinder head bolt kit
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1991 Ford Thunderbird overheating
Is engine overheating a common problem on the 1991 Ford Thunderbird?
5 of 111 owner complaints about the 1991 Ford Thunderbird (5%) mention engine overheating. The model year with the most reports is 1993.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1991 Ford Thunderbird?
There are 0 recalls and 8 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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