What is the fuel economy of a 2004 Ford Thunderbird?

EPA figures for the 2004 Ford Thunderbird reach 18 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.

Are there recalls on the 2004 Ford Thunderbird?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2004 Ford Thunderbird. Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site - recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.

What are common problems with the 2004 Ford Thunderbird?

Owners have filed 40 complaints with NHTSA for the 2004 Ford Thunderbird, most often about: Vehicle Speed Control, Power Train, Engine. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.

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2004 Ford Thunderbird

Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 18 MPG.

Fuel economy (EPA)

Engine	Transmission	Fuel	City	Highway	Combined	CO2 g/mi
3.9L 8-cyl	Automatic 5-spd	Premium	15	21	18	494
3.9L 8-cyl	Automatic (S5)	Premium	15	23	18	494

Safety recalls (NHTSA)

1 campaign on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Campaign 04V330000

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER ADJUSTABLE SEATS MAY HAVE BEEN INADEQUATELY WELDED.

Owner complaints (NHTSA)

40 complaints filed by owners for this model year (6 involving a crash, 0 a fire). Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.

Vehicle Speed Control 9 Power Train 7 Engine 7

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Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.