2004 LINCOLN LS
0 recalls, 140 complaints - 88 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
140 total complaints
11 crashes 1 fires 14 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 15 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 15 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 14 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 11 |
| AIR BAGS | 7 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 7 |
| POWER TRAIN | 6 |
| AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW | 5 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 5 |
| SEATS | 4 |
POWER TRAIN
Jan 2, 2020
Incident date: Dec 13, 2019
THE TRANSMISSION IN THESE CARS GO OUT WITHOUT WARNING. THEY WILL STOP THE VEHICLE FROM ACCELERATING WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. YOU WILL HAVE TO PULL OVER AND ONCE YOU PULLOVER AND COME TO A COMPLETE STOP IT WILL NOT LET THE CAR ENGAGE INTO GEAR AND MOVE.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Sep 30, 2019
Incident date: Sep 1, 2019
HI. I BOUGHT THIS CAR AND I KEPT SMELLING GAS VERY BAD. TO THE POINT THE WHOLE HOUSE SMELT AND WHEN I PARK THE CAR I CAN SMELL IT. I FIGURED THERE HAD TO BE A PROBLEM BUT COULD NOT FIND A LEAK. I DECIDED TO LOOK ONLINE AND FOUND LINCOLN HAD A RECALL FOR DEFECTIVE GAS TANKS WHICH HAS THE SYMPTOMS I'M... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 10, 2017
Incident date: Dec 9, 2017
WHILE DRIVING IN THE EVENING, ON A SLIGHTLY WINDING, SMOOTH, GRAVEL ROAD AT ABOUT 30 TO 35 MPH, TEMPERATURE ABOUT 34 DEGREES F, THE AIRBAG IN THE PASSENGER SEAT DEPLOYED. THERE WAS NOT ANY FORM OR TYPE OF COLLISION. DURING THE TIME I HAVE HAD THE CAR, ABOUT 2 YEARS, THERE HAS NOT BEEN ANY FORM OF ... Read more
1 injured
SEATS
Dec 10, 2017
Incident date: Dec 9, 2017
WHILE DRIVING IN THE EVENING, ON A SLIGHTLY WINDING, SMOOTH, GRAVEL ROAD AT ABOUT 30 TO 35 MPH, TEMPERATURE ABOUT 34 DEGREES F, THE AIRBAG IN THE PASSENGER SEAT DEPLOYED. THERE WAS NOT ANY FORM OR TYPE OF COLLISION. DURING THE TIME I HAVE HAD THE CAR, ABOUT 2 YEARS, THERE HAS NOT BEEN ANY FORM OF ... Read more
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 18, 2016
Incident date: Jan 15, 2016
NORMAL CLEAR WEATHER DRIVING DOWN BUSY STREET WHEN CARE SUDDENLY SLOWED DOWN ALMOST RESULTING IN A COLLISION WITH VEHICLES BEHIND ME. THE ENGINE STOPPED , I RESTARTED WITH VERY LIMITED DRIVABILITY THE ETC FAILSAFE MODE KICKED IN FOR NO APPARENT REASON THIS ISSUE MUST BE ADDRESSED BEFORE SOMEONE IS S... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 18, 2016
Incident date: Jan 15, 2016
NORMAL CLEAR WEATHER DRIVING DOWN BUSY STREET WHEN CARE SUDDENLY SLOWED DOWN ALMOST RESULTING IN A COLLISION WITH VEHICLES BEHIND ME. THE ENGINE STOPPED , I RESTARTED WITH VERY LIMITED DRIVABILITY THE ETC FAILSAFE MODE KICKED IN FOR NO APPARENT REASON THIS ISSUE MUST BE ADDRESSED BEFORE SOMEONE IS S... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jan 18, 2016
Incident date: Jan 15, 2016
NORMAL CLEAR WEATHER DRIVING DOWN BUSY STREET WHEN CARE SUDDENLY SLOWED DOWN ALMOST RESULTING IN A COLLISION WITH VEHICLES BEHIND ME. THE ENGINE STOPPED , I RESTARTED WITH VERY LIMITED DRIVABILITY THE ETC FAILSAFE MODE KICKED IN FOR NO APPARENT REASON THIS ISSUE MUST BE ADDRESSED BEFORE SOMEONE IS S... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 21, 2015
Incident date: Jan 20, 2015
WAS COMING HOME FROM THE STORE I WAS GOING 55MPH AND OUT OF NO WHERE THE HEADLIGHTS TURN OFF....PULLED OVER TURNED OFF THE CAR THEN BACK ON AND WORK FOR LIKE A MIN THEN AGAIN I ALMOST CRASH BECAUSE NO LIGHT..A 15MIN DRIVE HOME BECAME 50MIN HAD TO BE PULLING OVER ALL THE WAY HOME....DUE TO THE LIGHTS... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 13, 2014
Incident date: Oct 12, 2014
WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH ON A DRIVEWAY, THE PASSENGER CEILING AIR BAG DEPLOYED FROM THE FRONT SEAT TO THE BACK SEAT. THE CAR DIDN'T HIT ANYTHING. PASSENGER WAS INJURED. *TR
1 injured
ENGINE
Oct 3, 2014
Incident date: Sep 25, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LINCOLN LS. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A REDUCTION IN ENGINE POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS MANEUVERED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. UPON RESTARTING, THE WRENCH WARNING SYMBOL DISPLAYED CONTINUOUSLY UNTIL AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 22, 2014
Incident date: Jun 2, 2014
BRAND NEW BATTERY IN CAR. COME OUT TO START CAR. BATTERY IS DEAD. MY MECHANIC HAS CAR FOR THREE DAYS. HE TRIED TO FIND A SHORT. HE INSTRUCTED ME TO MAKE SURE ALL DOORS ARE COMPLETELY CLOSED AND LIGHTS ARE ALL OUT. THIS WAS AFTER MULTIPLE DEAD BATTERIES. I MADE SURE OF ALL THE ABOVE AND STILL ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 22, 2014
Incident date: Jun 2, 2014
BRAND NEW BATTERY IN CAR. COME OUT TO START CAR. BATTERY IS DEAD. MY MECHANIC HAS CAR FOR THREE DAYS. HE TRIED TO FIND A SHORT. HE INSTRUCTED ME TO MAKE SURE ALL DOORS ARE COMPLETELY CLOSED AND LIGHTS ARE ALL OUT. THIS WAS AFTER MULTIPLE DEAD BATTERIES. I MADE SURE OF ALL THE ABOVE AND STILL ... Read more
SEATS
Apr 30, 2014
Incident date: Apr 28, 2014
WHILE TRAVELING AT 40 MPH ON FLAT, SMOOTH TWO LANE ROADWAY THE DRIVER SIDE CURTAIN AND SIDE SEAT AIRBAGS DEPLOYED STRIKING DRIVER ON LEFT SHOULDER AND FACIAL AREA. THERE WAS NO SIDE IMPACT OR ROUGH ROAD PRIOR TO DEPLOYMENT. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO KEEP CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND MOVE TO BERM. DRIVER SUFFERED... Read more
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Apr 30, 2014
Incident date: Apr 28, 2014
WHILE TRAVELING AT 40 MPH ON FLAT, SMOOTH TWO LANE ROADWAY THE DRIVER SIDE CURTAIN AND SIDE SEAT AIRBAGS DEPLOYED STRIKING DRIVER ON LEFT SHOULDER AND FACIAL AREA. THERE WAS NO SIDE IMPACT OR ROUGH ROAD PRIOR TO DEPLOYMENT. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO KEEP CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND MOVE TO BERM. DRIVER SUFFERED... Read more
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 14, 2014
Incident date: Jan 1, 2014
NO BRAKES TILL ENGINE WARMS UP. PEDAL GOOD BUT NO BRAKES. NEW PADS AND ROTORS. NO IDIOT LITE. MECHANIC CAN'T FIGURE OUT WHY IT DOES THIS. *JS
Jul 29, 2013
Incident date: Jul 18, 2013
TL- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY, THE ECT ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 25, 2013
Incident date: Jul 1, 2013
CARS STALLS WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH SPEED ON HIGHWAY OR SIDE STREET. *TR
POWER TRAIN
Jul 10, 2013
Incident date: Jun 28, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A TRAFFIC STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE RPM READING INCREASED AND THE VEHICLE PROCEEDED TO LUNGE FORWARD. THE WRENCH WARNING ICON WAS ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO T... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 28, 2013
Incident date: May 24, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE AND BEFORE SHIFTING GEARS, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT MANUAL FORCE, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO HAVE TO USE THE PARKING BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS BUT THEY WER... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 21, 2013
Incident date: Feb 12, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN INCLEMENT WEATHER, SHE LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND DROVE OFF THE ROAD, CRASHING INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUFFERED INJURIES TO THE LEG, CHEST, BACK AND NECK. THE CONTACT WAS TAKEN TO THE ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 3, 2012
Incident date: Dec 2, 2012
FILLED CAR WITH GAS. PULLED UP TO ENTER ROADWAY AND HAD TO STOP FOR TRAFFIC. WHEN I TRIED TO MOVE FORWARD EMERGENCY BRAKE CAME ON. PUT CAR IN PARK SHUT OFF ENGINE AND RESTARTED AND EMERGENCY BRAKE RELEASED. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED IN TWO DAYS. ... Read more
PARKING BRAKE
Dec 3, 2012
Incident date: Dec 2, 2012
FILLED CAR WITH GAS. PULLED UP TO ENTER ROADWAY AND HAD TO STOP FOR TRAFFIC. WHEN I TRIED TO MOVE FORWARD EMERGENCY BRAKE CAME ON. PUT CAR IN PARK SHUT OFF ENGINE AND RESTARTED AND EMERGENCY BRAKE RELEASED. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED IN TWO DAYS. ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 3, 2012
Incident date: Sep 6, 2012
DRIVING DOWN THE SIDE STREET AND MY CAR GOES INTO LIMP MODE. READS ETC .START UP WILL MOVE ABOUT 1/4 OF THE BLOCK AND DOES IT AGAIN. HAD TO KEEP TURNING IT OFF AND ON TO GET HOME.ONCE STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION. FROM WHAT I HAVE SEEN THIS IS NOT UNUSUAL FOR LS. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN. ... Read more
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Oct 3, 2012
Incident date: Sep 6, 2012
DRIVING DOWN THE SIDE STREET AND MY CAR GOES INTO LIMP MODE. READS ETC .START UP WILL MOVE ABOUT 1/4 OF THE BLOCK AND DOES IT AGAIN. HAD TO KEEP TURNING IT OFF AND ON TO GET HOME.ONCE STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION. FROM WHAT I HAVE SEEN THIS IS NOT UNUSUAL FOR LS. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN. ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 3, 2012
Incident date: Sep 6, 2012
DRIVING DOWN THE SIDE STREET AND MY CAR GOES INTO LIMP MODE. READS ETC .START UP WILL MOVE ABOUT 1/4 OF THE BLOCK AND DOES IT AGAIN. HAD TO KEEP TURNING IT OFF AND ON TO GET HOME.ONCE STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION. FROM WHAT I HAVE SEEN THIS IS NOT UNUSUAL FOR LS. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN. ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 30, 2012
Incident date: May 30, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE MESSAGE ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY AND COIL PACKS WERE DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTUR... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 27, 2012
Incident date: Jun 1, 2005
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LINCOLN LS. WHILE DRIVING OVER A SPEED BUMP AND DEPRESSING THE BREAK PEDAL, THE RPMS BEGAN TO INCREASE AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. THE CONTACT APPLIED EXCESSIVE FORCE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER FOR THE VEHICLE TO STOP ACCELERATING. THE FAILURE OCCUR... Read more
SUSPENSION
Feb 16, 2012
Incident date: Mar 18, 2011
I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH AIR SUSPENSION - FRONT AND REAR. IT HAS THE TENDENCY TO GO UP AND DOWN AT WILL. WE HAVE BEEN TO THE DEALER WHERE WE HAD THE SECOND ONE REPLACED AND IT IS GIVING CONSTANT PROBLEMS. THE FIRST ONE LASTED QUITE A FEW YEARS.(AT APPROX 43000 MILES) THE SECOND ONE ONLY ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 5, 2012
Incident date: Nov 15, 2011
I SHOULD HAVE DONE MY HOMEWORK PRIOR TO PURCHASING THIS CAR USED. 2 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASE, CAR STARTED SHAKING, AND JUMPING, WENT INTO LIMP HOME MODE. MECHANIC UNABLE TO REPAIR, BUT REPLACED COILS AND CAR RAN "OK" FOR ABOUT 2 WEEKS AND NOW DOES EXACT SAME THING TIMES 100. CAR STARTS, IDLES AT ABO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 5, 2012
Incident date: Nov 15, 2011
I SHOULD HAVE DONE MY HOMEWORK PRIOR TO PURCHASING THIS CAR USED. 2 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASE, CAR STARTED SHAKING, AND JUMPING, WENT INTO LIMP HOME MODE. MECHANIC UNABLE TO REPAIR, BUT REPLACED COILS AND CAR RAN "OK" FOR ABOUT 2 WEEKS AND NOW DOES EXACT SAME THING TIMES 100. CAR STARTS, IDLES AT ABO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 3, 2011
Incident date: Oct 14, 2011
GOING FROM A STOP OR ACCELERATING ON THE HIGH WAY THE CAR WILL THROW A ETC CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND WONT MOVE OVER 3-4 MILES PER HOUR. THEN GOES INTO A VERY ROUGH IDLE, UNTIL ONE TURNS OFF THE CAR AND RESTARTS THEN DRIVES FINE FOR A FEW MINS THE GOES RIGHT BACK INTO THE ETC ENGINE FAIL MODE.... VERY D... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dec 3, 2011
Incident date: Oct 14, 2011
GOING FROM A STOP OR ACCELERATING ON THE HIGH WAY THE CAR WILL THROW A ETC CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND WONT MOVE OVER 3-4 MILES PER HOUR. THEN GOES INTO A VERY ROUGH IDLE, UNTIL ONE TURNS OFF THE CAR AND RESTARTS THEN DRIVES FINE FOR A FEW MINS THE GOES RIGHT BACK INTO THE ETC ENGINE FAIL MODE.... VERY D... Read more
SEATS
Aug 30, 2011
Incident date: Aug 21, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PLASTIC PANEL ON THE REAR OF THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEATS DETACHED THREE TIMES. THE FAILURE WOULD CAUSE THE SEAT TO LEAN BACK AND EXPOSE THE ELECTRONIC WIRING IN THE SEAT. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THAT THE PART WAS NOT ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aug 30, 2011
Incident date: Jan 1, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE AND THE VEHICLE WOULD EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY ACCELERATING WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHERE THE CA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 3, 2011
Incident date: Aug 1, 2011
THE CAR LOSES POWER AND GOES INTO FAIL SAFE MODE, AT 65 AND LOTS OF TRAFFIC GETTING OVER IS NOT SAFE! I'VE SPENT THOUSANDS ON NEW COILS, COMPUTER, GAS PEDAL, YOU NAME IT BUT FORD DOES NOT KNOW HOW TO FIX IT! *KB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Aug 3, 2011
Incident date: Aug 1, 2011
THE CAR LOSES POWER AND GOES INTO FAIL SAFE MODE, AT 65 AND LOTS OF TRAFFIC GETTING OVER IS NOT SAFE! I'VE SPENT THOUSANDS ON NEW COILS, COMPUTER, GAS PEDAL, YOU NAME IT BUT FORD DOES NOT KNOW HOW TO FIX IT! *KB
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jul 19, 2011
Incident date: Jun 27, 2011
I HAVE A 2004 LINCOLN LS WITH A LITTLE OVER 96,000. THIS CAR HAS BEEN GIVING PROBLEM WITH ACCELERATION. WHEN I PUSH THE GAS, THE CAR HESITATE AS IT SWITCH GEAR. I HAVE TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID, IT'S THE TRANSMISSION SO I TOOK IT TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP AND THEY SAID, NO PROBLEM WITH THE ... Read more
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Jul 19, 2011
Incident date: Jun 27, 2011
I HAVE A 2004 LINCOLN LS WITH A LITTLE OVER 96,000. THIS CAR HAS BEEN GIVING PROBLEM WITH ACCELERATION. WHEN I PUSH THE GAS, THE CAR HESITATE AS IT SWITCH GEAR. I HAVE TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID, IT'S THE TRANSMISSION SO I TOOK IT TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP AND THEY SAID, NO PROBLEM WITH THE ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 19, 2011
Incident date: Jun 27, 2011
I HAVE A 2004 LINCOLN LS WITH A LITTLE OVER 96,000. THIS CAR HAS BEEN GIVING PROBLEM WITH ACCELERATION. WHEN I PUSH THE GAS, THE CAR HESITATE AS IT SWITCH GEAR. I HAVE TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID, IT'S THE TRANSMISSION SO I TOOK IT TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP AND THEY SAID, NO PROBLEM WITH THE ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 15, 2011
Incident date: Feb 15, 2011
MY 2004 LINCOLN LS V6 SEDAN LOSES POWER AND STALLS. THE WRENCH APPEARS IN THE WINDOW AND THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I HAVE TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. ONCE THE COILS WERE REPLACED; MOST RECENTLY I TOOK THE CAR AND THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. THIS MORNING I WAS... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Feb 11, 2011
Incident date: Feb 23, 2005
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD HESITATE BEFORE ENGAGING AND WOULD THEN JERK ABNORMALLY. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER PERFORMED A DIAGNOSIS AND DETERMINED THAT... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 11, 2011
Incident date: Feb 23, 2005
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD HESITATE BEFORE ENGAGING AND WOULD THEN JERK ABNORMALLY. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER PERFORMED A DIAGNOSIS AND DETERMINED THAT... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Feb 11, 2011
Incident date: Feb 3, 2005
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR, THE VEHICLE WOULD HESITATE AND THEN JERK ABNORMALLY. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD PROCEED WITH LIMITED POWER AND WOULD EXHIBIT SIGNS OF STALLING ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TI... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 11, 2011
Incident date: Feb 3, 2005
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 LINCOLN LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR, THE VEHICLE WOULD HESITATE AND THEN JERK ABNORMALLY. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD PROCEED WITH LIMITED POWER AND WOULD EXHIBIT SIGNS OF STALLING ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TI... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Jan 19, 2011
Incident date: Jan 11, 2011
I HAVE BEEN HAVE BEEN MADE AWARE OF A ISSUE WITH MY LINCOLN LS SEDAN 2004 V8 WITH THE FAILURE OF THE COILS. THERE HAS BEEN AN EXTENDED WARRANTY BY LINCOLN FORD PERTAINING TO THE RECALL OR DAMAGE PARTS ON MY MODEL.THE WARRANTY WAS EXTENDED FOR 10 YEARS OR 100,000 MILES FOR THIS PROBLEM. THE ISSUE IS ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Sep 25, 2010
Incident date: Mar 1, 2006
2004 LINCOLN LS. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THAT I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE ACCELERATION. WHEN YOU PUSH ON THE GAS PETAL THE TOOL LIGHT COMES ON AND THE SPEED THAT I CAN DRIVE IS AROUND 30 MILES PER HOUR. I CAN NOT DRIVE THE CARE ON THE HIGHWAY. I HAVE CHANGED THE IGNITION COILS AND NOW I HAVE BEE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 16, 2010
Incident date: Aug 7, 2010
MY 2004 LINCOLN LS GOES INTO "ETC ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE" WHICH DOESN'T ALLOW THE CAR TO ACCELERATE ANYMORE AND CAUSES THE CAR TO SLOWLY SLOW DOWN. THIS HAPPENS ALL THE TIME ON MY CAR. PROBABLY ONCE EVERY THREE MILES I DRIVE ON AVERAGE BUT IT HAPPENS MOST WHEN THE CAR IS ACCELERATING. I HAVE ALMOST BE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Sep 1, 2010
Incident date: Aug 31, 2010
THROTTLE BODY FAILURE ON 2004 LINCOLN LS (V8). ENGINE CUTS OUT INTERMITTENTLY AND GOES TO "ETC ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE", REDUCING MAXIMUM ENGINE SPEEDS TO 10-15 MILES PER HOUR. OCCASIONAL STALLS AT FULL SPEED HAVE ALSO OCCURRED, TWICE DURING TURNS AT INTERSECTIONS. REPLACEMENT IS NECESSARY PER FORD / L... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jul 29, 2010
Incident date: Jul 29, 2010
I WAS DRIVING TO WORK EARLY IN THE MORNING WITH MY CHILD IN THE BACK SEAT. WHILE GETTING OFF THE FREEWAY (THANK GOD) MY 2004 LINCOLN LS WENT INTO "ETC ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE". I COULD NOT ACCELERATE OR DRIVE OVER 20. AT THIS POINT, I HAD TO PULL OVER BECAUSE I WAS IN TRAFFIC AND I DID NOT WANT TO GET ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 29, 2010
Incident date: Jul 29, 2010
I WAS DRIVING TO WORK EARLY IN THE MORNING WITH MY CHILD IN THE BACK SEAT. WHILE GETTING OFF THE FREEWAY (THANK GOD) MY 2004 LINCOLN LS WENT INTO "ETC ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE". I COULD NOT ACCELERATE OR DRIVE OVER 20. AT THIS POINT, I HAD TO PULL OVER BECAUSE I WAS IN TRAFFIC AND I DID NOT WANT TO GET ... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2004 LINCOLN LS
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 | Premium | $3,800 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S5) (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 25.0 | 21.0 | Premium | $3,600 |
| 3.9L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 21.0 | 18.0 | Premium | $4,200 |
| 3.9L 8-cyl, Automatic (S5) (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 23.0 | 18.0 | Premium | $4,200 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2004 LINCOLN LS
88 manufacturer communications from 67 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 12 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 5 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 3 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 3 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 3 |
TSB 20-2233
Jul 13, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
This article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some 2000 and newer Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint wi
TSB 19-2026
Feb 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo
TSB 19-2026
Feb 7, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo
TSB 19-2026
Feb 7, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
TSB-12-8-1
Aug 1, 2012
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: MAY HAVE SLUDGE BUILDUP IN THROTTLE BODY LEADING TO LESS AIRFLOW OR ENGINE IDLING RPM FLUCTUATION AND HARD STARTS OR BATTERY DISCONNECT OR DEAD BATTERY AFTER KEEP ALIVE MEMORY (KAM) CLEAR. MODELS 2003-05 THUNDERBIRD
TSB-12-8-1
Aug 1, 2012
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: MAY HAVE SLUDGE BUILDUP IN THROTTLE BODY LEADING TO LESS AIRFLOW OR ENGINE IDLING RPM FLUCTUATION AND HARD STARTS OR BATTERY DISCONNECT OR DEAD BATTERY AFTER KEEP ALIVE MEMORY (KAM) CLEAR. MODELS 2003-05 THUNDERBIRD
CSP 07M07
May 20, 2008
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
FORD/LINCOLN MERCURY: CERTAIN 2003-2005 MODEL YEAR LINCOLN LS AND FORD THUNDERBIRD VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.9L ENGINE WITH EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE ON IGNITION COIL ASSEMBLIES AND ON 2003 MY VEHICLES ONLY , ENGINE VALVE COVER GASKETS.
CSP 07M07
May 20, 2008
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FORD/LINCOLN MERCURY: CERTAIN 2003-2005 MODEL YEAR LINCOLN LS AND FORD THUNDERBIRD VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.9L ENGINE WITH EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE ON IGNITION COIL ASSEMBLIES AND ON 2003 MY VEHICLES ONLY , ENGINE VALVE COVER GASKETS.
08-N-01
Mar 10, 2008
063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
LINCOLN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. CERTAIN 2003-2005 LINCOLN LS VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DURATEC 3.0L 4V ENGINE. PCV HOSE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT. CSC WAS RECEIVED. *PE
0295
Nov 14, 2005
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
EXCESSIVE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CURRENT DRAW WHICH COULD RESULT IN A DISCHARGED BATTERY AND A NO CRANK CONDITION. *TT SERVICE TIPS. *TT
041601
Nov 14, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIP - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING. *TT
042421
Jun 7, 2005
151300 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
SAFETY BELT RETRACTION SPEED. *TT
04219
Jun 7, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) AND ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL (ETC) LAMPS ON WITH BOTH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P2106 AND P2135. *TT
0597
Jun 7, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
INTERMITTENT STUMBLE ON RAPID TIP-IN FROM STEADY SPEED, GENERALLY BETWEEN 20-50 MPH (32-80 KM/H) ACCOMPANIED BY A INDUCTIVE BACKFIRE AFTER THE TIP-IN. *TT
02162
Jun 7, 2005
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
WATER/MOISTURE IN COP WELLS - DTC P0301-P0308 - 3.9L ENGINE - VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 5/1/2004. *TT
04B22
May 27, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
IMPROPERLY FORMULATED TRANSMISSION FLUID THAT, OVER TIME, MAY CAUSE DELAYED/HARSH REVERSE ENGAGEMENTS. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 04B22. 5R55S/E & 5R44E TRANSMISSION FLUID ADDITIVE. *TT SUPPLEMENT #1. *TT SUPPLEMENT #2. *TT SUPP
18615
May 1, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
UNUSUAL ENGINE NOISE OR ENGINE KNOCK CONCERNS DUE TO REGULAR FUEL. *TT
0565
Apr 1, 2005
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
NO START, ROUGH IDLE, OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0171, P0174, P0173, P2195, P2197, P0420, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306. *TT
05612
Apr 1, 2005
100000 POWER TRAIN
DELAYED OR HARSH REVERSE ENGAGEMENTS - 5R55S TRANSMISSION - VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 09/23/2004. *TT
18505
Mar 1, 2005
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
DAY TIME RUNNING LAMPS. *EH
0531
Feb 21, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MAF DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIP - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH EGR SYSTEM MODULE (ESM). *TT
05310
Feb 21, 2005
150000 SEAT BELTS
SAFETY BELT WEB STOP BUTTON SERVICE. *EH
18426
Feb 1, 2005
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
AM FM AND CELLULAR PHONE RECEPTION INTERFERENCE . *EH
18383
Jan 1, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AM/FM AND CELLULAR PHONE RECEPTION INTERFERENCE - SERVICE TIP. *TT
18384
Jan 1, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
POPPING OR QUAVERING FROM RADIO ON THE AM BAND. *TT
052308
Jan 1, 2005
050000 PARKING BRAKE
PARKING AID SYSTEM INOPERATIVE. *AK
04251
Dec 27, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
ALUMINUM CORROSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT
04189
Dec 13, 2004
138200 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT
042107
Dec 13, 2004
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT
18320
Dec 1, 2004
010000 STEERING
VIBRATION FELT FOR A FEW MILES OF DRIVING AFTER PARKING. *EH
04B20
Dec 1, 2004
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 04B20. REAR SEAT LATCHES AND OWNER GUIDE LABEL FOR VEHICLES THAT MAY HAVE A REAR SEAT LATCH THAT IS DIFFICULT TO LATCH AND SUPPLEMENTAL LATCH VERIFICATION INSTRUCTION LABEL WHICH SHOULD BE AFFIXED TO THE OWNER
042213
Nov 15, 2004
036400 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) C1145 AND/OR C1155 STORED IN ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE. *TT
04217
Nov 1, 2004
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
GENERAL POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT
17258
Oct 1, 2004
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
SQUEAKING NOISE WHEN SWITCHING CLIMATE CONTROL BETWEEN PANEL, FLOOR AND PANEL/FLOOR MODES. *TT
04B21
Oct 1, 2004
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 04B21. WATER PUMP HOSE REPLACEMENT. THE WATER PUMP HOSE MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH AN INCORRECT NUMBER OF WOVEN REINFORCEMENT LOOPS, POTENTIALLY CAUSING THE HOSE TO BURST AT LOW MILEAGE, CAUSING A LOSS O
04174
Sep 6, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED - SYSTEM LEAN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC'S) - SERVICE TIPS. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2004 F-SERIES. *TT
18133
Sep 1, 2004
190000 TIRES
P225/55R16 CONTINENTAL TIRES MAY EXHIBIT EXCESSIVE TIRE CUPPING/FEATHER EDGE WEAR AT LOW TIRE MILEAGE (UNDER 24,000 MILES/39,000 KM). OASIS. *TT
031404
Aug 23, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE MISFIRE OR RUNNING - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIPS. TO INCLUDE VARIOUS 2005 MODELS. * AR THIS ARTICLE 04161 SUPERSEDES TSB 03-14-04.
041514
Aug 9, 2004
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT
04157
Aug 9, 2004
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
MOSITURE IN REVERSE LAMP. *TT
04132
Jul 12, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HARSH 2-3 UPSHIFT ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.0L ENGINE AND 5R55S AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. *TT
031501
Jul 12, 2004
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
INOPERATIVE ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (HEATED BACKLITE) GRID LINES, INTEGRAL ANTENNA CONCERNS. *TT
17946
Jul 1, 2004
036400 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT
ABS WARNING INDICATOR ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE C1145 AND/OR C1155. *TT
17929
Jul 1, 2004
190000 TIRES
16-INCH CONTINENTAL TIRES MAY EXHIBIT TIRE VIBRATION CAUSED BY FLAT SPOTTING. *TT
17942
Jul 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
KEY-IN-IGNITION WARNING CHIME SOUND WHENEVER THE DRIVER'S DOOR IS OPEN (EVEN WITH NO KEY IN THE IGNITION), THE EASY EXIT FEATURE INOPERATIVE WHEN THE KEY IS REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION, OR THE STEERING COLUMN (AND SEAT IF APPLICABLE) MOVING B
17852
Jun 1, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON, E DISPLAYED FOR GEAR POSITION, HARSH SHIFTS, AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0705 AND P1702 AFTER POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REPROGRAMMING. *TT
04101
May 31, 2004
010000 STEERING
STEERING GEAR SQUEAK WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL, ESPECIALLY DURING LOW SPEED PARKING MANEUVERS. *TT
17756
Apr 1, 2004
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
STEERING GEAR NOISE. *TT
17740
Apr 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ELECTTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL WARNING MESSAGE OR LAMP ON - MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P2106 - POSSIBLE DRIVEABILITY SYMPTOMS. *TT
17758
Apr 1, 2004
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
UNINTENDED OPENING OF THE SIDE DOOR WINDOW GLASS AND MOONROOF WHILE VEHICLE IS PARKED (FALSE GLOBAL OPEN). *TT
17634
Mar 1, 2004
350000 EQUIPMENT
KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD INOPERATIVE. *TT
17638
Mar 1, 2004
053000 PARKING BRAKE:INDICATOR LIGHT
PARKING BRAKE WARNING MESSAGE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) U1040. *TT
17666
Mar 1, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) U0300 (INTERNAL CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE INCOMPATIBILITY) STORED IN THE PCM WITH NO OTHER DTC'S PRESENT. *TT
17673
Mar 1, 2004
053000 PARKING BRAKE:INDICATOR LIGHT
SERVICE PARK BRAKE MESSAGE WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) B2477 IN THE ELCTRONIC PARK BRAKE MODULE. *TT
17541
Feb 1, 2004
220000 SEATS
FRONT SEATBACK TRIM PANEL J-HOOK FAILURE IN HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *MJ
17583
Feb 1, 2004
130000 VISIBILITY
UNINTENDED OPENING OF THE SIDE DOOR WINDOW GLASS AND MOONROOF WHILE VEHICLE IS PARKED. *TT
17512
Jan 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AN INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0462 (FUEL LEVEL SENSOR A CIRCUIT LOW) OR P2067 (FUEL LEVEL SENSOR B CIRCUIT LOW) CAUSED BY AN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED REMOTE START SYSTEM. *TT
17479
Jan 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH IGNITION COIL RELATED DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (P035X). *TT
040402
Jan 1, 2004
221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS TURNING OFF SHORTLY AFTER INITIALIZATION - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES B2729, B2730, B2731. *TT
17314
Nov 1, 2003
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
HIGH AND/OR ROLLING IDLE AT LOW MILEAGE. *TT
17315
Nov 1, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL (ETC) WARNING LAMP ON OR ETC ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE MESSAGE DISPLAYED WITH MULTIPLE DRIVEABILITY SYMPTOMS AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS). *TT
17319
Nov 1, 2003
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
HIGH AND/OR ROLLING IDLE AT LOW MILEAGE. *TT
17338
Nov 1, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P2106 STORED IN THE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE). *TT
17382
Nov 1, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0300-P0308 OR P0350-P0358. *TT
17279
Oct 1, 2003
350000 EQUIPMENT
NGS SERVICE CARD VERSION 11.0 OR HIGHER MUST BE USED FOR ADVANCETRAC (IVD) CALIBRATION. *TT
03181
Sep 15, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT
03172
Sep 1, 2003
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
HEADLINER DROPPING DOWN OR BECOMING UNATTACHED AT THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE NEAR THE CENTER HIGH MOUNT STOP LAMP (CHMSL). *TT
17033
Aug 1, 2003
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL FEATURE ENABLE/DISABLE - SERVICE TIP. *TT
062013
Dec 28, 2006
050000 PARKING BRAKE
PARKING AID SYSTEM INOPERATIVE - DTC C1983. *KB
062513
Jul 25, 2007
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
PARKING AID SYSTEM IS INOPERATIVE - DTC C1983. *KB
LINCOLN LS - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the LINCOLN LS across all model years (2000, 2005).
4
Total Recalls
1,369
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
108
Reported Crashes
6
Reported Fires
4
Reported Deaths