2002 Ford Thunderbird

$4,000
from
203
listings
$4K–$37K
price range
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Low$4,000
High$37,475
From$4,000
Avg Mileage54,310 mi
(27d ago)

Sourced from 203 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2002 Ford Thunderbird Trims

All Trims Combined
From$4,000
$4K–$37K
203 listings54,310 avg miles
LX
From$3,649
8 listings|$4K–$15K
Pacific Coast
From$10,999
4 listings|$11K–$34K
Super
From$13,999
4 listings|$14K–$25K

2002 Ford Thunderbird Pricing

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Ford Thunderbird Safety & Reliability

High Concern

The 2002 Ford Thunderbird has a high safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 93 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

1
Recalls
93
Complaints
4
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
02V1690002002-14-06
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT CONTACTED THE SEAT RECLINER DURING A 35 MPH NCAP FULL-FRONTAL BARRIER IMPACT TEST.

THE EDGE OF THE RECLINER MECHANISM CAUSED A PARTIAL CUT IN THE LAP PORTION OF THE WEBBING. IF THE WEBBING IS CUT, IT INCREASES THE RISK OF INJURY IN A CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 93 owners have filed complaints about the 2002 Ford Thunderbird. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Engine And Engine Cooling20
02Electrical System13
03Air Bags8
04Engine8
05Vehicle Speed Control8
93 total across 1 model years (2002–2002)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Thunderbird Fuel Economy

17mpg combined
·
15city
·
22hwy
·
$4,450/yr

With 17 MPG combined, the 2002 Ford Thunderbird keeps things simple on fuel costs.

Thunderbird - Automatic 5-spd
17mpg
3.9L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city22 hwy~$4,450/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2002 Ford Thunderbird

33States

11% of the market sits in California, though listings span 33 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2002.

Buying a 2002 Ford Thunderbird?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2002 Ford Thunderbird a good car to buy?

The 2002 Ford Thunderbird has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is engine and engine cooling, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2002 Ford Thunderbird?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2002 Ford Thunderbird. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2002 Ford Thunderbird?

EPA rates the 2002 Ford Thunderbird at 17 MPG combined across the board. Check the fuel economy section for the city/highway breakdown.

What are common problems with the 2002 Ford Thunderbird?

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING is the number-one complaint area for the 2002 Ford Thunderbird, based on 93 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2002 compare to other Ford Thunderbird years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Ford Thunderbird model years. Visit the Ford Thunderbird buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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