1983 Ford THUNDERBIRD Recalls

Learn What to Do if Your THUNDERBIRD Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Ford, so if you own a 1983 THUNDERBIRD take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

  1. Call Ford to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge
  2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance
  3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page

Recent 1983 THUNDERBIRD Recalls

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Recall for 1983 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    • Recall Announced AUGUST 27 2007
    • NHTSA Reference #07E064000
    • Number Affected 34,000

    Summary: Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, Napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between August 2006 and July 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. The fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

    Consequence: A leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

    Fix: Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07E064000 »

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Recall for 1983 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    • Recall Announced APRIL 11 1983
    • NHTSA Reference #83V039000
    • Number Affected 250

    Summary: Fuel leaks could develop in either of two connections in a fuel supply line. One connection under the vehicle may have been damaged or improperly installed. The other suspect part is in the engine compartment and contains a pressure relief valve.

    Consequence: 

    Fix: The dealer will install a revised design fuel line valve assembly with new hose clamps and replace the fuel supply hose clamp, if it is damaged or incorrect. Notification was made to dealers prior to any recorded vehicle sales, and vehicles should have been corrected before final delivery.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #83V039000 »

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Recall for 1983 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    • Recall Announced MARCH 07 1983
    • NHTSA Reference #83V028000
    • Number Affected 98,162

    Summary: The parking gear may not engage, even though the gear shift lever is placed in the "park" position. This occurs if the linkage inside the transmission that actuates the park gear was improperly manufactured. A pin that retains components on a linkage (actuating) rod could break and the linkage may not engage the parking gear.

    Consequence: 

    Fix: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the parking pawl actuating rod assembly.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #83V028000 »

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Recall for 1983 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    • Recall Announced FEBRUARY 08 1983
    • NHTSA Reference #83V012000
    • Number Affected 2,673

    Summary: Some of these vehicles may have been built with fuel tanks that have inadequately welded front seams that can leak.

    Consequence: 

    Fix: The dealer will determine if the vehicle was corrected at the factory; if not, the fuel tank will be replaced at no charge to the owner.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #83V012000 »

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