2004 Ford Thunderbird vs 2005 Ford Thunderbird
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 34 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 32 | 15 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 30,000 mi | 38,133 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Thunderbird | Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 4 |
| Engine | 7 | 4 |
| Power Train | 7 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 4 |
| Wheels | 1 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
2004 Ford Thunderbird
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.