1993 Ford Thunderbird Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 4%of 423 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the fuel system of the 1993 Ford Thunderbird, 4% of the 423 complaints for this model year. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The vehicle developed a gasoline leak; the passenger compartment developed a strong odor of gasoline. I never received a notice of recall. I just brought the vehicle to an automobile service facility. They charged me hundreds of dollars for repair. Tonight, I searched the internet, and foudn NHTSA campaing id number 99v159000 with what sounds like my problem. However, because my car is registered in virginia (none of the listed states), I never was given notice. Please advise how I would obtain reimbursement/whether the recall should be expanded to include my vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #715767, filed 1999-12“Owner not satisfied with corrective action for recall campaigns (99v-275 & 97v-159), does not want to leave vehicle all day for replacement of headlight switch (99v-257),vehicle taken to three dealerships, consumer experiencing headlight failure, dealership refused to correct recall 97v-159.”
NHTSA complaint #558878, filed 2001-01“There is a regional recall for this problem NHTSA recall 97v159 and Ford recall 97s84. The recall was limited to northern states and is not covering my car that is registered in georgia. Why is this only a recall only for the northern states if this problem occurs in the same models in other areas.”
NHTSA complaint #737075, filed 2000-11“Engine failure due to gaskets, replaced multi-function switch several times as well as fuel line, electrical systems malfunction in the power mirrors and the power locks, illumination controls as well as motor in drivers side door<power door>, seatbelts will not engage and signals for seatbelt to be worn , seatbelt alarm will not shut off until this problem is solved.coolent system failure at point of engine failure , decrease in compression and white smoke from hood, levels read very hot!!.”
NHTSA complaint #725366, filed 2000-07“Upon starting vehicle gas will pour out onto the ground. Consumer feels this is very dangerous and could cause a possible fire. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8000895, filed 2001-12Related recalls
- 97V159000Sep 22, 1997Vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, district of columbia, delaware, iowa, illinois…Covers: Ford Thunderbird 1992–1993, Mercury Cougar 1992–1993
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 5 | 19% |
| 2004 | 1 | 3% |
| 2003 | 3 | 9% |
| 2002 | 4 | 4% |
| 1997 | 13 | 8% |
| 1996 | 14 | 6% |
| 1995 | 6 | 2% |
| 1994 | 10 | 3% |
| 1993 | 16 | 4% |
| 1992 | 25 | 14% |
| 1991 | 10 | 9% |
| 1990 | 6 | 4% |
| 1989 | 6 | 5% |
| 1988 | 3 | 3% |
| 1987 | 4 | 7% |
| 1986 | 2 | 9% |
| 1985 | 1 | 7% |
| 1984 | 2 | 8% |
Other parts of the 1993 Ford Thunderbird
171 complaintsExterior lighting
119 complaintsElectrical system
37 complaintsBrakes
34 complaintsSeat belts
29 complaintsVehicle speed control
14 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
14 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsSeats
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 Ford Thunderbird
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology