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1998 Ford Thunderbird problems

The most common problem on the 1998 Ford Thunderbird is acceleration and speed control. It has fewer complaints than a typical Thunderbird model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
3
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
1
Worst area
Acceleration

The worst 1998 Ford Thunderbird problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Acceleration
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Lights
    1

Problems by type

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  • Acceleration
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Lights
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Ford Thunderbird 1

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

What 1998 Ford Thunderbird owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 7, 2003 · Lights · 72,000 miles · CA

Connector burned and blew the bulb. Ph

Filed Jul 5, 2002 · Electrical · TX

Consume rhad problems with electricalwires which cased headlights and turn signal not to work. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.

Filed Oct 9, 2000 · Acceleration · NF

When declining with cruise control engaged it caused vehicle to increase its speed. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that it was normal. Please feel free to provide any further details.

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Questions about the 1998 Ford Thunderbird

Is the 1998 Ford Thunderbird reliable?

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1998 Ford Thunderbird, fewer than a typical Thunderbird model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1998 Ford Thunderbird?

Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).

How many recalls does the 1998 Ford Thunderbird have?

No recalls on record.

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