How many complaints have been filed for the 2003 Ford Thunderbird?

48 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Ford Thunderbird.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2003 Ford Thunderbird?

There are 42 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Ford Thunderbird.

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2003 Ford Thunderbird service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

Base Convertible 2-Door
James Bond Edition Convertible 2-Door

Engines covered

3.9L 242Cu. In. V8 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

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Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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2003 Ford Thunderbird Recalls & Complaints

No active recalls The 2003 Ford Thunderbird has no recalls on file with NHTSA.

TSB #10048099

FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: MAY HAVE SLUDGE BUILDUP IN THROTTLE BODY LEADING TO LESS AIRFLOW OR ENGINE IDLING RPM FLUCTUATION AND HARD STARTS OR BATTERY DISCONNECT OR DEAD BATTERY AFTER KEEP ALIVE MEMORY (KAM) CLEAR. MODELS 2003-05 THUNDERBIRD, 0

TSB #10026402

FORD/LINCOLN MERCURY: CERTAIN 2003-2005 MODEL YEAR LINCOLN LS AND FORD THUNDERBIRD VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.9L ENGINE WITH EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE ON IGNITION COIL ASSEMBLIES AND ON 2003 MY VEHICLES ONLY , ENGINE VALVE COVER GASKETS. *PE

TSB #10023293

CERTAIN 2003 MODEL YEAR LINCOLN LS AND FORD THUNDERBIRD VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.9L ENGINE - EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE ON IGNITION COIL ASSEMBLIES AND ENGINE VALVE COVER GASKETS. ALSO HAVE AN OWNER'S LETTER. *NJ

TSB #10022290

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SOLENOID EMISSIONS WARRANTY EXTENSION. SAMPLE CONSUMER LETTER ATTACHED. *KB

TSB #10017925

WATER/MOISTURE IN COP WELLS - DTC P0301-P0308 - 3.9L ENGINE - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 5/1/2004. *TT

TSB #10017917

UNUSUAL ENGINE NOISE OR ENGINE KNOCK CONCERNS DUE TO REGULAR FUEL. *TT

TSB #10014703

MOISTURE IN STORAGE COMPARTMENT. *EH

TSB #10014594

VIBRATION FELT FOR A FEW MILES OF DRIVING AFTER PARKING. *EH

Showing the 8 most recent of 42 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20040819Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured

ANOTHER VEHICLE TURNED LEFT RIGHT IN FRONT OF ME, I WAS GOING APROX 50 MPH, I T-BONED THE OTHER CARS PASSENGER SIDE, MY FRONT END HIT HER AND NEITHER DRIVER OR PASS AIR BAG DEPLOYE

20160721Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD THUNDERBIRD. WHILE STOPPED IN TRAFFIC, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING V

20180810Component: SUSPENSION

BASICALLY, ALL SUSPENSION RUSTED OUT, INCLUDING BOTH FRONT SUSPENSIONS, SPINDLE RODS, SWAY BAR, OUTER TIE RODS, BOTH REAR TIE ROD LINKS, REAR LOWER AND UPPER CONTROL ARMS , FRONT U

20160811Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

WHEN I OPEN THE VEHICLE DOOR AT NIGHT OTHER VEHICLE DRIVERS CAN NOT SEE MY OPENED VEHICLE DOOR WHEN I ENTER OR EXIT THE VEHICLE EVEN WITH A REFLECTOR OR LIGHT ON THE VEHICLE DOOR B

Showing the 4 most serious of 48 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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