4/97 vehicle pulls to right. Dealer aligned front end. 1/98 vehicle pulls to right and vibrates at highway speed. Dealer says it is a tire problem, one tire replaced. 5/99 vehicle still pulls to right and vibrates at highway speed and while braking. Front rotors warped and pads worn. Rotors turned and pads replaced by goodyear service center. 9/99 vehicle pulling to right and vibrating at speed and during braking. Front rotors warped and pads worn again. Dealer claims it is owners driving style. Rotors turned and pads replaced at owners expense. 10/00 vehicle pulls to right and vibrates. Rotors feel warped again. Appointment with dealer to repair. 10/16 transmission has a shudder in 3rd and 4th gear during light to moderate acceleration. Dealer says probably torque converter. Unknown at this time if this will be considered an warranty item or routine maintenance.
1996 Ford Thunderbird: rotors or pads wearing out early
5 of the 233 complaints about the 1996 Ford Thunderbird describe rotors or pads wearing out early.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 0
Rotors or pads wearing out early by model year
What owners say
The consumer has been experiencing problems with brake rotors. Front brake rotors warp. The consumer has had them replaced 4 times already. The manufacturer has been contacted.
Front ABS brakes failed; also, premature wear of front brake pads.
Front rotors warped.
Front brake rotors warped, causing vehicle to vibrate upon application of the brakes.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material...
- Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use
- Some vehicles may cycle when brakes are applied on rough roads or on an incline while making a sharp turn
- Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable
- Some vehicles may exhibit brake roughness (brake pedal pulsation, steering wheel shake and / or nibble)...
- Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment
- Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1996 Ford Thunderbird premature wear
Is rotors or pads wearing out early a common problem on the 1996 Ford Thunderbird?
5 of 233 owner complaints about the 1996 Ford Thunderbird (2%) mention rotors or pads wearing out early. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Ford Thunderbird?
There are 0 recalls and 12 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1996 Ford Thunderbird
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