1988 Ford Thunderbird problems by component
92 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Ford Thunderbird, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System → | 29 | 32% | — |
| Seat Belts → | 18 | 20% | — |
| Exterior Lighting → | 11 | 12% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 9% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 9% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 8% | — |
| Steering | 5 | 5% | — |
| Equipment | 3 | 3% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 3% | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 3% | — |
| Seats | 3 | 3% | — |
| Structure | 1 | 1% | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.