2002 Ford Thunderbird Neiman Marcus Edition
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- Photo: 2002 Ford Thunderbird in Evening Black, Front Right, 05-15-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002 Ford Thunderbird Deluxe, front left, 09-12-2026 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Ford Thunderbird 2 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002 Ford Thunderbird in Evening Black, Rear Right, 05-15-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003 tbird interior (2210089815) by Joe Ross from Lansing, Michigan, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2002 Ford Thunderbird Neiman Marcus Edition is a 252-hp 3.9-liter V8 with a 5-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $42,020 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.
It makes 252 horsepower at 6,100 rpm and 267 lb-ft of torque at 4300 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).
The Thunderbird measures 186.3 inches long on a 107.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,775 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $42,020 ($75,912 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.9L Jaguar AJ30 DOHC V8 |
| Displacement | 3.9 L |
| Horsepower | 252 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
| Torque | 267 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 17 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 18 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17" |
| Wheels Rear | 17" |
| Tires Front | P235/50R17 |
| Tires Rear | P235/50R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 186.3 in |
| Width | 72 in |
| Height | 52.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,775 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.2 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.3 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.7 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2002 Ford Thunderbird Neiman Marcus Edition with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Ford THUNDERBIRD. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 13, 2006 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.
Consequence: FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.
NHTSA campaign 06E056000
Jun 14, 2002 · 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN INSERT BEHIND THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT LOWER TRIM PANEL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 21, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
NHTSA campaign 02V169000
93 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Ford THUNDERBIRD
Owner Complaints
93 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Ford THUNDERBIRD (4 mention a crash, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 24 |
| Electrical System | 21 |
| Air Bags | 13 |
| Engine | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2002 FORD THUNDERBIRD. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.