1997 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 1997 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 1997 THUNDERBIRD Recalls

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    • Recall Announced APRIL 07 2009
    • NHTSA Reference #09E012000
    • Number Affected 16,270

    Summary: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment." These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

    Consequence: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

    Fix: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E012000 »

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    • Recall Announced JULY 17 2006
    • NHTSA Reference #06E065000
    • Number Affected 3,593

    Summary: Certain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

    Consequence: Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.

    Fix: Aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. The recall began on July 31, 2006. Owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E065000 »

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