1994 FORD THUNDERBIRD Recall

Campaign:
09E012000 on 04/06/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
16,270
Defect:
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.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

1994 FORD THUNDERBIRD TSBs (95)

Bulletin:
94235
Component:
034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Summary:
front disc brake noise while braking. *tw
Bulletin:
94223
Component:
073200 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
Summary:
ticking noise from fuel injectors at idle. *tw
Bulletin:
94224
Component:
073000 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Summary:
moaning or hooting noise coming from the engine compartment may be coming from the idle air bypass valve. *tw
Bulletin:
94263
Component:
113100 electrical system:starter assembly:solenoid
Summary:
some vehicles may exhibit a no-crank condition due to corrosion at the starter solenoid connector. *tw
Bulletin:
94269
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
delayed or no forward engagement of transmission. *tw
Bulletin:
9523
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
erratic distance-to-empty and fuel gauge readings. *tw
Bulletin:
9524
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
new radiator manufacturing process/modification. *tw
Bulletin:
BC3061950301
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
vehicles exhibit a high pitched whistle/whine noise coming from the engine compartment. *tw
Bulletin:
95313
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
possible water intrusion in the mlp/tr sensor causing shift concern. *tw
Bulletin:
9547
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
a delayed/soft/slow concern may occur during the 1-2 upshift. *tw
Bulletin:
BC2850950401
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
torque converter clutch shudder/vibration. *tw
Bulletin:
BC2966950401
Component:
113100 electrical system:starter assembly:solenoid
Summary:
No crank or intermittent no crank due to moisture freeze up in the starter solenoid. *tw
Bulletin:
BC8899950401
Component:
113100 electrical system:starter assembly:solenoid
Summary:
vehicles may exhibit a no crank or intermittent no crank concern due to moisture freeze up in the starter solenoid. *tw
Bulletin:
95511
Component:
138110 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:blower
Summary:
chirp or squeak from blower motor. *tw
Bulletin:
95515
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
there may be an intermittent loss of torque during or just after the 3-4 upshift or in 4th gear on some vehicles. *tw
Bulletin:
9562
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
roughness concern during brake application. *tw
Bulletin:
9566
Component:
138110 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:blower
Summary:
chirp or squeak noise from blower motor at low speeds. *tw
Bulletin:
9569
Component:
034420 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:shoes/linings
Summary:
certain shoe and lining kits do not meet ford dimensional specifications. *tw
Bulletin:
9583
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
a delayed/soft/slow concern may occur during the 1-2 upshift and a hesitation or sag during 3-4 upshift. *tw
Bulletin:
9592
Component:
138110 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:blower
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
95102
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
vehicles may have a disconnect of the ignition control module (icm) connector or moisture buildup within the connector. *tw
Bulletin:
BC8899950401
Component:
034420 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:shoes/linings
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
95153
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
temperature gauge - fluctuating and /or inaccurate high readings. *sd
Bulletin:
95212
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
the use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake system. if petroleum-based grease is used to lubricate any par
Bulletin:
BC0678961025
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Information on aode/4r7w transmission main control & case replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0810961011
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Vehicles equipped w/ an aode or 4r70w trans has a concern of shudder from the transmission torque converter clutch in 3rd or 4th gear or during 3-4 shift. *tt
Bulletin:
96246
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw
Bulletin:
96249
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
96221
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw
Bulletin:
96222
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Brakes - elimination of sanding rotors and drums - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
96225
Component:
075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Summary:
Mass air flow sensor - replacement as an assembly - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
96226
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Air conditioning - compressor failure - insufficient amount of refrigerant oil. *tw
Bulletin:
962511
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Powertrain control module -reprogram powertrain control module (pcm) - service procedures - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
962517
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Transmission - aode - 4r70w - shudder or vibration under light to moderate acceleration above 56 km/h (35 mph) while in 3rd or 4th gear. *tw
Bulletin:
962612
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
BC1023897230
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Vehicle exhibits a pull while braking, follow procedures outlined in 06-00-4 & pinpoint test "a" on 06-00-5 of the 1997 service manual. *jd
Bulletin:
9743
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Blower motor- "chirp" or "squeak" from blower motor at low speeds. *jd
Bulletin:
BC3231970211
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Windnoise from factory installed moonroofs. *tw
Bulletin:
BC3281970206
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Vehicles exhibit a pull while braking - check for kinked brake lines , replace if necessary - replace lower arm and strut bushings on the side the vehicle pull to. *tw
Bulletin:
9751
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Interior- leather seat cleaning procedure- service tip. *jd
Bulletin:
97511
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd
Bulletin:
9768
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage. *jd
Bulletin:
97610
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Blower motor- "chirping" or "squeaking" from blower motor at low speeds. *jd
Bulletin:
97111097234
Component:
113000 electrical system:starter assembly
Summary:
Vehicles exhibiting a "squeaking" or "chirping" from the blower motor at low blower motor speeds. *yc
Bulletin:
97090297184
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Some vehicles may experience static in the am band of the radio while driving. *yc
Bulletin:
9834
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Air inlet-water in air inlet elbow-malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminates due to water contamination of air filter and/or mass air flow sensor (maf)- vehicle swith 4.6l engine. *ak
Bulletin:
985A5
Component:
034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Summary:
Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use. *yc
Bulletin:
985A11
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums. *yc
Bulletin:
985A13
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc
Bulletin:
9887
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Experiencing a torque converter clutch shudder or vibration. *yc
Bulletin:
9888
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc
Bulletin:
9845
Component:
045300 service brakes, air:disc:rotor
Summary:
Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc
Bulletin:
9852
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc
Bulletin:
9864
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt
Bulletin:
9873
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Experiencing a whining / buzzing noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio. *tt
Bulletin:
9874
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
A new silicone gasket and sealant. *yc
Bulletin:
982010
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system. *yc
Bulletin:
982310
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak
Bulletin:
9943
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt
Bulletin:
9814
Component:
034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Summary:
Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt
Bulletin:
99816
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt
Bulletin:
9996
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Experiencing a delayed or no 2-3 upshift, primarily when the transmission is cold on vehicles with ford qality remanufactured (fqr) 4r70w transmission exchange units with julian build between 062-97 and 040-99. *tt
Bulletin:
99129
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Information on "whining" / "buzzing" noise coming through entertainment or two-way radio speaker caused by the fuel pump. *tt
Bulletin:
99129
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Experiencing a whine / buzz type noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric fuel pump. *tt
Bulletin:
99139
Component:
125000 exterior lighting:brake lights
Summary:
Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *tt
Bulletin:
983224
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles may have water contamination in the air filter and / or the mass air flow sensor. *tt
Bulletin:
99222
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
Bulletin:
99194
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
99196
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt
Bulletin:
6997
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with various engine sizes. *tt
Bulletin:
13180
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart. *mjs
Bulletin:
0015
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
Bulletin:
12098
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
Some vehicles with non-functional windshield wipers may require wiper motor replacement. *mjs
Bulletin:
985111
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
Some vehicles with non-functional windshield wipers may require wiper motor replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
9677
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Illumination of the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) and / or the o/d light flashing. *tt
Bulletin:
96714
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Subject regarding a new transmission case and main control released for service on aode / 4r70w transmissions. *tt
Bulletin:
00M10
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject regarding owner notification program supplement #1 3.8l engine head gaskets. *tt
Bulletin:
985A18
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit brake roughness (brake pedal pulsation, steering wheel shake and / or nibble) under light brake applications from 105 to 0 km/h (65 to 0 mph). *yc
Bulletin:
985A6
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Some vehicles may cycle when brakes are applied on rough roads or on an incline while making a sharp turn. *yc
Bulletin:
99152
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
Bulletin:
00M10S2
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit premature failure of the head gasket(s). this condition may result in engine coolant leakage, which, if not detected, can cause engine overheating. *tt
Bulletin:
002310
Component:
103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:
Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt
Bulletin:
0147
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5w-20 motor oil. *tt
Bulletin:
01156
Component:
138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
Bulletin:
01157
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc
Bulletin:
01181
Component:
103800 power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
Summary:
Brake shift interlock.*jb
Bulletin:
00M09
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Information regarding engine replacements warranty extension program. *yh
Bulletin:
00M10
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Information regarding engine replacements warranty extension program. *yh
Bulletin:
0214
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt
Bulletin:
870197
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (cmp) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge, lost of power, malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes p1336, p1309 and p0340. *tt
Bulletin:
03181
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
03261
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
New service part - number 5 needle bearing and race kit - 4r70w transmission - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
02221
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (cmp) installation tool correct application. *mj
Bulletin:
02176
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
Bulletin:
02208
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh

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