Model year guide

1995 Ford thunderbird

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1995 Ford thunderbird is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

1995 Ford thunderbird — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1995 Ford thunderbird at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints307
Combined18–19 mpg

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

1995 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.

1995 Ford thunderbird common problems

Owners have filed 307 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
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.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

1995 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 1995 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.

1995 Ford thunderbird trims & engines on record

Trims
lx
Engines
4.6L 8-cyl 190 hp

1995 Ford thunderbird vehicles on record

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Other Ford thunderbird model years

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1995 Ford thunderbird — frequently asked questions

Does the 1995 Ford thunderbird have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1995 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 1995 Ford thunderbird?

Owners have filed 307 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, air bags, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 1995 Ford thunderbird get?

The 1995 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.