NHTSA investigationRQ98015
Investigation RQ98015: 1992–1993 Ford Thunderbird
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Sep 29, 1998
- Closed
- Jan 22, 1999
- Model years
- 1992–1993
Subject
Headlight circuit breaker
Component: Exterior lighting › Headlights › Switch
Summary
Headlight switch with an iternal, bimetal circuit brealer that may open due to overheating during headlight operation
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
- 1993 Ford Thunderbird423 complaints
- 1992 Ford Thunderbird184 complaints
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.