Model year guide

1994 Ford thunderbird

Q: Does the 1994 Ford thunderbird have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1994 Ford thunderbird. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

Q: What gas mileage does the 1994 Ford thunderbird get?

The 1994 Ford thunderbird has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1994 Ford thunderbird is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1994 Ford thunderbird — representative photo — Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1994 Ford thunderbird at a glance

Safety recalls1

Owner complaints378

Combined18–19 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1994 Ford thunderbird recalls 1

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #09E012000 · 07/04/2009

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.

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1994 Ford thunderbird common problems

Owners have filed 378 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Tires

Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Hydraulic

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Engine And Engine Cooling

Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

1994 Ford thunderbird MPG & running costs

Combined18–19 mpg

City16 mpg

Highway23 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$4,038

EPA size classMidsize Cars

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd

Forced inductionSupercharged

Passenger volume101 cu ft

Cargo volume15 cu ft

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,188 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1994 Ford thunderbird costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,190

Fuel only$20,190

Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1994 Ford thunderbird trims & engines on record

Trims

Engines

4.6L 8-cyl 190 hp

1994 Ford thunderbird vehicles on record

1994 Ford thunderbird lx1FALP62W4RH193173

Other Ford thunderbird model years

2005 2004 2003 2002 1997 1996 1995 1984

1994 Ford thunderbird — frequently asked questions

Does the 1994 Ford thunderbird have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1994 Ford thunderbird. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1994 Ford thunderbird?

Owners have filed 378 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are tires, service brakes, hydraulic.

What gas mileage does the 1994 Ford thunderbird get?

The 1994 Ford thunderbird has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.