1994 Ford Thunderbird Electrical system Problems

“Consumer had problems with vehicle jerking forward while at stop lights. The vehicle eventually would not start. The vehicle was checked by three certified mechanics. The consumer was informed that the engine head gaskets wore out. Vehicle was repaired. The vehicle also experienced problems with it's power window's, air conditioner and transmission.”

“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. …”

“Parked vehicle under some trees and walked awayand suddenly heard a loud boom. Friend thought tire blewout. Went to check, and noticed smoke coming from under hood. Friend called fire department. They put out flames. Fire inspector indicated cause of problem was battery cable which also caused electrical wires on driver's side to melt.”

“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.”

“The following items have prematurely failed causing replacement: rotors, oil pressure gauge and sending unit, thermostat & gasket, instrument panel, power steering pump, battery, alternator, piston, transhaft, fuel injection system, intake manifold, serpentine belt and now the headgaskets are blown”