We were origanlly told our car needed a new computer chip,we now believe it was a blown headgasket the entire time. The car ran "alright" for a month or so,but never quite the same,after we got the chip, the check engine light always remained on,the dealer said they would have to re-start the computer,and addtional $200.00. We drove it for another month,until it finally just quit. After talking to several different mechanic's they all informed us it was a blown head-gasket all along. Several other t-bird owners have told us the exact same thing happened to them,at approx. The same milage. Has there or will there be a recall on the head-gaskets? Ow many complaints do they need to recieve,before they will re-call a vehicle?*ak( dot number: )
1994 Ford Thunderbird engine complaints
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Was driving approximately 50mph & noticed smoke coming from rear of vehicle. Engine check light came on. Consumer pulled into gas station & had vehicle checked. Mechanic indicated that the engine's head gaskets had blown out. Also the engine block was cracked.
Head gaskets blew, causing coolant to leak onto the engine. Ford has extended the warranty on similar makes and models. However, this vehicle was not included. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified.
Smoke was coming from tail pipe. Towed vehicle to an independent repair shop that informed cosumer of a blown head gasket. Dealer/ manufacturer contacted. *ak
While traveling on the street at 40-45 MPH, vehicle overheated. Drove vehicle to an independent repair shop, and informed consumer of a blown head gasket. Manufacturer notified, and told consumer that vehicle was not covered under the class action lawsuit.
Head gaskets blew at 69000. Replaced heads, gaskets, intake and outtake thermostat, car still not running properly. Blew gaskets twice. At present time it is being worked on for the same problem
Leak due to either gasket failure or channeling due to corrosion of aluminum parts. This is a design flaw.
While driving on the highway engine check light came on the dashboard. Vehicle started to overheat. Technician said it blew a head gasket. Other ford models are covered for this problem, but the thunderbird is not. *ak
Car was checked after found to be running warmer than usual. Head gaskets and cylinder head water ports were found to be defective and replacement was suggested. Approximatley 1500 miles after this work was performed the car developed addititional engine problems including excesivly worn main bearings resulting in a replacement "short block" being installed. Since this work has been performed the car has had oil leaks and tune-up problems.
When stopped at a red light A/C went warm, and temperature gauge started climbing. Took vehicle to the dealer. Dealer stated that engine coolant fan went bad, causing the vehicle to overheat. Also, fuses melted into the disribution box. Vehicle could have caught on fire.
6 months after purchasing the vehicle, transmission failed, was rebuilt. In 1998 had to have the rotors, pads and calibers replaced. Also, in 1998, head gaskets blew, had to replace. In 1999, pcv and pcp valve replace, oil sensor, dashboard guage module replaced. Now in august of 1999, transmission is slipping again. Needs to be replaced.
Tensioner pulley that holds the tension to the serpentine belt so that it stays in place fell off without warrning, and it left consumer without power steering. Dealer has been contacted.
Engine head gasket seal has blown, causing oil and anti-freeze to leak all over the engine. Dealer has been contacted.
Head gasket failed.
Air by pass valve failed, causing unexpected acceleration.
Seat belt failed.
Transmission cooling unit and lines malfunctioned and was replaced. Also, replaced converter assembly.
Engine fan belt failed.
While driving about 30mph the car got very hot and was on fire under the car the car is only nine days old, the police report said the fire was from engine.
Differential cover gasket failed.
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