- The problem
- Intercontinental auto parts is recalling 1,937 fuel filters, p/nos alg 44/1 and purolator f10024, shipped between january 14 and february 13, 2008, sold for use on the vehicles listed above. The filter's outlet cap may not be securely crimped to the housing. This could result in a separation of filter's outlet cap from the housing.
- The risk
- If this condition occurs while attempting to start the vehicle, a no start condition may result and fuel may be pumped onto the ground. If this occurs while the vehicle is in motion, the engine may stop due to inadequate fuel supply. If an ignition source were present, fuel leakage may result in a fire.
- The fix
- Intercontinental will replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began during march 2008. Owners may contact intercontinental at 800-451-2593.
Vehicle safety record
1977 Ford Thunderbird Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1977 Ford Thunderbird have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 5 recalls, the latest in March 2008 for the fuel pump.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical Thunderbird year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1977 Ford Thunderbird recalls 5
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Blades may crack and may, over a period of time, loosen from fan assembly.
- The fix
- FAN ASSEMBLY WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
- The problem
- Some of the flexible five-blade engine cooling fans may be subject to high blade stresses that can result from resonant vibration inputs occurring during normal vehicle operation. This can lead to fatigue cracking of the blades. Portions of the blade may separate from the fan assembly without prior warning.
- The fix
- Dealer will replace fan with an improved five-bladed version without charge to owner.
- The problem
- The involved vehicles may experience fuel leakage at the rubber hose connecting the fuel inlet tube to the carburetor filter. This leakage condition is due to insufficient insertion of the fuel tube into the hose or improper positioning of the hose clamp, causing the clamp to be crimped directly over the fuel tube bead.
- The fix
- Dealer will replace the existing fuel hose clamp with a spring-type clamp at the hose-to-fuel inlet tube connection, and adjust the connection where necessary, without charge.
- The problem
- The involved vehicles were fitted with tilt steering columns containing transmission control inserts intended for trucks rather than passenger vehicles. This may cause the transmission selector pointer to be misaligned and the possibility of starting the engine when the selector is between the neutral (n) and drive (d) detents and the transmission is in drive.
- The fix
- Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmission shift control insert, without charge to owner.
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Ford Thunderbird: every year compared
All Thunderbird years1977 Ford Thunderbird vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 Ford Thunderbird | 0 | 5 | F | |
| 1977 Ford Bronco | 1 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 1977 Ford CL Series | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1977 Ford Thunderbird
Does the 1977 Ford Thunderbird have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 1977 Ford Thunderbird: fuel pump (March 2008); fan (June 1984); fan (November 1980); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (September 1977) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1977 Ford Thunderbird had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1977 Ford Thunderbird a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 20 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Ford Thunderbird year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Ford Thunderbird years have the most complaints?
1960 (1), 1965 (1). See every Ford Thunderbird year compared.
What should I do if my 1977 Ford Thunderbird has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data