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1996 Ford Thunderbird: sudden loss of power

5 of the 233 complaints about the 1996 Ford Thunderbird describe sudden loss of power.

owner complaints
5
of this car's complaints
2%
recalls
0
Is there a fix? 29 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Sudden loss of power by model year

  • 2005
    1
  • 2004
    1
  • 2003
    1
  • 2002
    11
  • 1997
    3
  • 1996
    5
  • 1995
    2
  • 1994
    6
  • 1993
    2
  • 1992
    1
  • 1991
    1
  • 1990
    3

What owners say

Filed Jun 26, 2003 · Engine · 48,000 miles · TN

While driving at any speed or at an idle the vehicle experienced a power serge or loss of power (tsb 870197). *nlm rpms jumped from 500 to 1100 at idle. *tt

Filed Jun 3, 2003 · Engine · TN

Engine surge at idle and loss of power/ problems with oil and intake manifold crossover. *mr ph

Filed Sep 4, 2001 · Engine · OH

The vehicle stalls during rain storms, consumer stated that this is a very dangerous situation because the sudden loss of power causes loss of power brakes and power steering, consumer is asking for reimbursement for repairs.

Filed Aug 23, 2001 · Electrical · NM

When driving at 25 MPH and without any prior warning vehicle will shut completely off, causing loss of all power. Also, after attempting to restart, vehicle will restarteasily. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further details.

Filed Mar 14, 1999 · Acceleration · IN

Accelerator cable broke causing loss of power on the interstate.

Questions about the 1996 Ford Thunderbird loss of power

Is sudden loss of power a common problem on the 1996 Ford Thunderbird?

5 of 233 owner complaints about the 1996 Ford Thunderbird (2%) mention sudden loss of power. The model year with the most reports is 2002.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Ford Thunderbird?

There are 0 recalls and 29 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 1996 Ford Thunderbird

Overheating 11Brake failure 9Stalling 8Headlights 7Fire or smoke 6Premature wear 5

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