1983 Ford Thunderbird Problems
Below Average Complaints
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1983 Ford Thunderbird.
Complaints
4
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Injuries
1
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1983 Ford Thunderbird Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#11 complaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Avg mileage:24,000 mi
Fires:1
#21 complaints
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Avg mileage:24,000 mi
Fires:1
#31 complaints
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
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Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1983 Ford Thunderbird.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 | — | 1 | 24,000 mi | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 1 | — | 1 | 24,000 mi | |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 1 | — | — | — | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 | 1 | — | — |
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