NHTSA investigationEA90009
Investigation EA90009: 1988–1989 Ford Thunderbird
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Feb 8, 1990
- Closed
- Feb 28, 1991
- Model years
- 1988–1989
Subject
Throttle sticking
Component: Vehicle speed control › Linkages
Summary
There is no summary currently available
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 1989 Ford Thunderbird124 complaints
- 1988 Ford Thunderbird92 complaints
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