Issue ID | 873059 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10416703 |
Manufacurer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
Brand | FORD |
Model | THUNDERBIRD |
Model Year | 2002 |
File date | 01/08/11 |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Had the vehicle tuned-up. After a few driven miles the airbag light came on and stays lit. The problem "driver side air bag high resistance" causes "a poor connection where the clockspring connect into the main wiring harness." cost to replace/repair $681. This is a defect safety product. Ford refused to pay stating, "there is no extended coverage or recalls for this issue." there are not "sufficient consumer complaints" regarding this problem. This is a defective product dealing with a safety issue with ford refusing to acknowledge as their responsibility. *kb |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 92578 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | CAMERON PARK, CA |
VIN pattern | 1FAHP60A22YXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 19/01/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 8 |
Drive train type | RWD |
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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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