1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
4 recalls, 226 complaints - 82 TSBs
07V336000 Aug 3, 2007
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, PASSENGER VEHICLES, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MOTOR HOMES CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS. OWNERS OF THE PASSENGER CARS INCLUDED IN THIS CAMPAIGN WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH DISCONNECTED AS AN INTERIM REPAIR. AS SOON AS REPAIR PARTS ARE AVAILABLE (EXPECTED OCTOBER ... Read more
99V124000 May 19, 1999
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH CAN DEVELOP A RESISTIVE SHORT IN THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT THAT COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE. A FIRE IS POSSIBLE BOTH WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING AND WHEN THE VEHICLE ENGINE IS OFF. ALSO, THE SHORT COULD ... Read more
Consequence
A FIRE CAN ORIGINATE IN THE LEFT FRONT UNDERHOOD AREA.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH AND CONNECTOR SHELL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 20, 1999.
98V322000 Dec 16, 1998
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN 1996-1999 FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE, FLEET, NATURAL GAS, AND 1996-1999 LINCOLN TOWN CAR LIMOUSINE VEHICLES THAT WERE PRODUCED WITH A LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT CONTAINING A ONE PIECE BEARING; AND 1990-1996 FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE, FLEET, AND NGV VEHICLES AND 1990-... Read more
Consequence
IF THIS OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING, REDUCED STEERING CONTROL COULD OCCUR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS (2).
95V133000 Jul 11, 1995
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF THE REAR BRAKE LINE AT THE POINT AT WHICH THE EXTENDED BRAKE LINE FIRST BENDS AND EXTENDS OVER THE LEFT REAR WHEEL AREA OF THE FRAME. IF NOT INSTALLED WITH SUFFICIENT CLEARANCE, CHAFING OF THE BRAKE LINE CAN OCCUR IN AN AREA ADJACENT TO THE REAR FLOOR PAN.
Consequence
THE REAR BRAKE LINE CAN LEAK OR RUPTURE RESULTING IN REDUCED BRAKING CAPABILITY, LOSS OF REAR BRAKES, AND/OR LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID RESERVES IN THE MASTER BRAKE CYLINDER.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE LINE FOR PROPER INSTALLATION AND/OR DAMAGE AND REPLACE AS NECESSARY. ALSO A PROTECTIVE BOOT OR SLEEVE OVER THE BRAKE LINE WILL BE INSTALLED.
Complaint Statistics
226 total complaints
17 crashes 67 fires 19 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 30 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 16 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD | 13 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 13 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 12 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 10 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 9 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER | 5 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 5 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | 4 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 23, 2019
Incident date: Aug 23, 2019
I WAS WORKING ON DOING MAINTENANCE ON MY CAR. NEXT THING I KNOW, THERE'S A FIRE. I GOT IT OUT QUICKLY ENOUGH WITH THE ORIGINAL EXTINGUISHER. THE SPEED CONTROL HARNESS, WHICH HAD A RECALL AT ONE POINT, IS BURNED AND A BRAKE LINE BUSTED. 9F924 IS THE NUMBER FOR THE PART. I DO NOT KNOW FOR CERTAIN IF T... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 23, 2019
Incident date: Aug 23, 2019
I WAS WORKING ON DOING MAINTENANCE ON MY CAR. NEXT THING I KNOW, THERE'S A FIRE. I GOT IT OUT QUICKLY ENOUGH WITH THE ORIGINAL EXTINGUISHER. THE SPEED CONTROL HARNESS, WHICH HAD A RECALL AT ONE POINT, IS BURNED AND A BRAKE LINE BUSTED. 9F924 IS THE NUMBER FOR THE PART. I DO NOT KNOW FOR CERTAIN IF T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 28, 2015
Incident date: Jul 15, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, IT BEGAN TO MAKE A JERKING MOTION AND ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE FAILURES RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 28, 2015
Incident date: Jul 15, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, IT BEGAN TO MAKE A JERKING MOTION AND ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE FAILURES RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 8, 2014
Incident date: Nov 25, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CONTACT OBSERVED SMOKE EMITTING FROM THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE DASHBOARD AND THE FUSE BOX. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILUR... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 5, 2011
Incident date: Jun 30, 2011
THE CAR HAD BEEN DRIVEN LIKE EVERY OTHER DAY.THE CAR HAD BEEN PARKED IN MY DRIVE WAY FOR ABOUT 3 TO 4 HOURS.I WAS INSIDE MY HOUSE WHEN I HEARD SOMEONE HONKING OUTSIDE.WHEN I LOOKED OUT THE WINDOW THE CAR WAS SMOKING FROM UNDER THE HOOD.I GOT MY PHONE AND CALLED 911.BY TIME THE FIRE DEPARTMENT SHOWED... Read more
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 5, 2011
Incident date: Jun 30, 2011
THE CAR HAD BEEN DRIVEN LIKE EVERY OTHER DAY.THE CAR HAD BEEN PARKED IN MY DRIVE WAY FOR ABOUT 3 TO 4 HOURS.I WAS INSIDE MY HOUSE WHEN I HEARD SOMEONE HONKING OUTSIDE.WHEN I LOOKED OUT THE WINDOW THE CAR WAS SMOKING FROM UNDER THE HOOD.I GOT MY PHONE AND CALLED 911.BY TIME THE FIRE DEPARTMENT SHOWED... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 20, 2010
Incident date: Dec 19, 2010
I PURCHASED A USED 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR ON DEC 17. ON DECEMBER 19 THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE IN THE GARAGE. IT HAD NOT BEEN DRIVEN SINCE PURCHASE OR STARED. FIRE CAUSED SEVERE DAMAGE TO GARAGE. COMPLETELY BURNED THE CAR. FIRE DEPARTMENT CAME AND THE INVESTIGATOR STATED IT WAS SPEED CONTROL , SINCE I J... Read more
Fire
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 29, 2010
Incident date: Jan 29, 2010
BRAKE LIGHTS WENT OUT SO WE REPLACED THE BULBS TO NO AVAIL. REPLACED THE FUSE AND FIXED THE BRAKE LIGHTS. DROVE CAR TO WORK AND BACK THURSDAY 1/28/10. PARKED CAR IN DRIVEWAY AT 7PM. AWOKEN AT 3AM TO CAR ENGINE COMPLETELY IN FLAMES. RESEARCHED AND FOUND A RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID #: 99V124000. DAMAG... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 25, 2010
Incident date: Jan 25, 2010
DASH CONTROL MODULE THAT CONTROLS VEHICLE SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER CAUSES ALL THE DIGITAL DASH THE FLASH LIKE STROBE LIGHTS. DRIVER CAN DETERMINE SPEED OF VEHICLE AND ODOMETER RECORDS INTERMITTENTLY. D CAR ALSO HAS A SMELL OG BURNING WIRES OR PLASTIC. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 14, 2009
Incident date: Sep 23, 2007
MY 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR CAUGHT FIRE AND BURNED UP. THE CAR HAD BEEN PARKED OUTSIDE FOR SEVERAL HOURS BEFORE HE FIRE STARTED. THE FORD COMPANY CLAIMED (BASED ONLY ON PICTURES THAT I SENT THEM) THAT THERE WAS TOO MUCH FIRE DAMAGE TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE FIRE WAS A RESULT OF A DEFECTIVE PART WHIC... Read more
Fire
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Jul 29, 2009
Incident date: Jul 19, 2009
1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR CRUISE CONTROL WOULD NOT TURN OFF AFTER APPLYING BRAKES. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE FOR APPROXIMATELY 15 MILES WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL SET AT 55 MPH I APPROACHED A RED LIGHT AND APPLIED THE BREAK AND THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT TURN OFF. TO AVOID A COLLISION THE BREAKS WERE A... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 29, 2009
Incident date: May 23, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT HEARD A POPPING NOISE AND NOTICED FLAMES SHOOTING OUT FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER AND DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL WELLS. SECONDS LATER, THE ENTIRE VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES. THE FIRE AND POLICE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED AND TH... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 29, 2009
Incident date: May 23, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT HEARD A POPPING NOISE AND NOTICED FLAMES SHOOTING OUT FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER AND DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL WELLS. SECONDS LATER, THE ENTIRE VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES. THE FIRE AND POLICE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED AND TH... Read more
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
May 29, 2009
Incident date: May 23, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT HEARD A POPPING NOISE AND NOTICED FLAMES SHOOTING OUT FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER AND DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL WELLS. SECONDS LATER, THE ENTIRE VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES. THE FIRE AND POLICE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED AND TH... Read more
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 14, 2008
Incident date: Sep 14, 2008
VEHICLE ENGINE BURST INTO FLAMES AFTER BEING PARKED AND SHUT OFF FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES. FIRE INVESTIGATOR BELIEVES A POSSIBLE CAUSE COULD BE A DEFECTIVE CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH (FORD ISSUED A RECALL REGARDING THIS ISSUE. *TR
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 9, 2008
Incident date: Aug 1, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 07V336000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) AND IMMEDIATELY SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND HAD THE CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH DEACTIVATED. ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 26, 2008
Incident date: Jan 1, 1901
1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR RECALL FOR SPEED CONTROL. CONSUMER STATES THAT HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THE VEHICLE HAS YET TO BE REPAIRED. CONSUMER HAS BEEN TOLD FOR FIVE MONTHS THAT THE PARTS ARE NOT IN YET. *KB
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 20, 2008
Incident date: Aug 15, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A FORD RECALL NOTICE FOR THE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL IN AUGUST OF 2007. HE HAS BEEN INFORMED EVERY MONTH THEREAFTER THAT THE PART WOULD BE AVAILABLE THE FOLLOWING MONTH. THERE HAD BEEN NO FAILURE TO DATE. THE RECALL NUMBER AND PURCH... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 22, 2008
Incident date: Sep 1, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A FORD RECALL NOTICE REGARDING THE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL IN SEPTEMBER OF 2007. THE DEALER INFORMED HIM THAT THERE WERE NO PARTS AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH WAS DEACTIVATED IN ORDER TO PREVENT A POSSIB... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 31, 2007
Incident date: Aug 1, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR THE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: CRUISE CONTROL IN AUGUST OF 2007. THE DEACTIVATION SWITCH WAS DISCONNECTED; HOWEVER, THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE. ON OCTOBER 17, 2007, THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE PARTS WOULD BE AV... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 31, 2007
Incident date: Sep 10, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 07V336000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: CRUISE CONTROL). THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE IN NOVEMBER OF 2007. HE CALLED THEM A SECOND TIME AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS W... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 13, 2007
Incident date: Dec 13, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 07V336000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL). THE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH WAS DISCONNECTED, BUT THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THERE HAD BEEN NO FAILURE TO DATE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 29, 2007
Incident date: Dec 23, 2002
1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR CAUGHT FIRE FROM THE CRUISE CONTROL. CONSUMER STATED SHE RECEIVED A RECALL IN AUGUST 2007 ABOUT THE FAILURE. HER CAR CAUGHT FIRE IN DECEMBER OF 2002. CONSUMER WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE IS ANY WAY TO RECOUP HER LOSS. *KB
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 9, 2007
Incident date: Jan 1, 1901
1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR RECALL FOR SPEED CONTROL. CONSUMER STATES THAT HE HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET THE REPAIRS SINCE NOVEMBER 2. *KB
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 10, 2007
Incident date: Oct 1, 2006
1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR CAUGHT FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. CUSTOMER STATES THAT HE WANTS THE MONEY FOR THE CAR AND THE TOWING AND STORAGE FEES FOR HIS VEHICLE. HE STATES THE FIRE REPORT MENTIONS A DEFECTIVE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH. *KB *JB
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 13, 2007
Incident date: Oct 31, 2005
MY 1993 TOWN CAR CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED FOR TWO DAYS. IT BURNED DOWN THE GAARAAAAGE IT WAS PARKED IN AND CAUGHT FIRE THE TWO OTHER NEIGHBORS CAR AAND THE CONDO COMPLEX WHERE I WAS VISITING. I HAVE WITNESSES THAT SAY THEY SAW THE FIRE STAAART FROM MY FORD TOWN CAR. MY INSURANCE SENT AN EXPERT TO DI... Read more
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EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Sep 10, 2007
Incident date: Jun 18, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING VENT WHEN SHE STARTED THE VEHICLE. WITHIN MINUTES, THE VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAMES. AN INSURANCE CLAIM WAS FILED, BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY PARK... Read more
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Aug 28, 2007
Incident date: Apr 5, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES FEEL SPONGY AND THE VEHICLE FEELS AS IF IT WILL NOT STOP WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. SHE MUST CONTINUOUSLY ADD BRAKE FLUID TO THE VEHICLE, BUT IT LEAKS OUT. NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 95V133000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 6, 2007
Incident date: May 21, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE IN THE GARAGE AND APPROXIMATELY FIFTEEN MINUTES LATER, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE AND DESTROYED HIS HOME. THE CONTACT'S WIFE SUFFERED SEVERAL BURNS AND THE CONTACT FOUND RECALL # 99V124000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE CONTACT HA... Read more
Fire
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Jul 23, 2006
Incident date: Oct 31, 2005
MY 1993 TOWN CAR CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED AT MY PARENTS CONDO. I WAS INSIDE AND HEARD THE EXPLOSION. THE INSURANCE SENT A MAN WHO INVESTIGATORS FIRES TO LOOK AT THE CAR. HE SAID DEFINITELY WAS THE SPEED SWITCH. FORD SENT ME A LETTER SAYING MY VIN NUMBER WAS NOT ONE OF THE 263,988 CARS MADE THAT YEAR... Read more
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 30, 2006
Incident date: Jun 24, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS CONSUMED BY FIRE WHILE IT HAD BEEN PARKED FOR 41/2 HOURS. THE FIRE INSPECTOR DETERMINED THE FIRE WAS CAUSED BY A SHORT IN THE WIRING OF THE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH. THE CRUISE CONTROL HAD FAILED TO WORK SEVERAL MONTHS PRIOR TO THE FIRE. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURE... Read more
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 22, 2005
Incident date: Oct 15, 2005
DT: THE CONTACT STATES THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 99V124000 CONCERNING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. THIS VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEMS AS INDICATED IN THE RECALL, BUT IT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. THE CONTACT REPAIRED THE VEHICLE AT HIS OWN EXPENSE. *AK
Fire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Jul 31, 2005
Incident date: Jun 28, 2005
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE. FIRE DEPARTMENT DETERMINED UNDERHOOD FIRE DUE TO DEFECTIVE CRUISE CONTROL MODULE. 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR WAS PARKED FOR 2 WEEKS. CRUISE CONTROL HAD FAILED TO OPERATE. RECALL NEVER RECEIVED. OWNED CAR FOR 9 YEARS. *JB
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Jul 1, 2005
Incident date: May 6, 2005
DT: CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS PARKED FOR OVER 24 HOURS WHEN IT CAUGHT FIRE. ACCORDING TO THE INSURANCE INVESTIGATOR THE CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH WAS THE CAUSE. HE HAD THE VEHICLE SERVICED APPROXIMATELY A MONTH PRIOR, AND TOLD THEM THAT CRUISE CONTROL WASN'T WORKING. BUT THEY DIDN'T FIX IT. HE USED T... Read more
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 24, 2005
Incident date: Mar 15, 2005
I DON'T REALLY KNOW WHO TO REPORT THIS TO. SO, I WILL BEGIN WITH YOU. LAST WEEK, OUR 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR HAD BEEN PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY FOR ABOUT 10 HOURS WHEN IT JUST WENT UP IN FLAMES. IT WAS 6:00 A.M. WHEN A MAN DRIVING TO WORK, KNOCKED ON OUR DOOR AND TOLD US OUR CAR WAS ON FIRE. WE HAD FL... Read more
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Feb 16, 2005
Incident date: Aug 1, 2004
WHILE APPLYING BRAKES VEHICLE DOES NOT STOP ACCORDINGLY. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR SERVICE TWICE, AND THEY COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 15, 2005
Incident date: Feb 6, 2005
VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY; THE LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. THE GARAGE OVER HANG SUSTAINED SOME FIRE AND SMOKE DAMAGES. THE SOURCE OF THE FIRE WAS DETERMINED TO BE AN ELECTRICAL. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Sep 14, 2004
Incident date: Sep 14, 2004
LINCOLN TOWNCAR - FIRE UNDER HOOD DESTROYED CAR. FIRE STARTED WHILE CAR WAS PARKED AND NOT RUNNING. HAD NOT BEEN DRIVEN FOR 8 HOURS PRIOR TO FIRE.
Fire
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Sep 10, 2004
Incident date: Sep 9, 2004
THE FUEL LINE RUSTED AND RUPTURED ON MY TOWN CAR ON SEPTEMBER 9, 2004. I CALLED LINCOLN AND THEY WILL NOT EVEN CONCIDER LOOKING AT THIS VEHICLE. MY HUSBAND IS A MECHANIC AND HAS SEEN THIS PROBLEM WITH A 200 NAVIGATOR...WHERE THE BRAKES AND FUEL LINES WERE RUSTED AND THE BRAKE LINES RUPTURED. I WO... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Sep 10, 2004
Incident date: Sep 9, 2004
THE FUEL LINE RUSTED AND RUPTURED ON MY TOWN CAR ON SEPTEMBER 9, 2004. I CALLED LINCOLN AND THEY WILL NOT EVEN CONCIDER LOOKING AT THIS VEHICLE. MY HUSBAND IS A MECHANIC AND HAS SEEN THIS PROBLEM WITH A 200 NAVIGATOR...WHERE THE BRAKES AND FUEL LINES WERE RUSTED AND THE BRAKE LINES RUPTURED. I WO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Jul 6, 2004
Incident date: May 27, 2004
VEHICLE PARKED IN GARAGE FOR ABOUT 45 MINUTES. OWNER HEARD NOISES AND INVESTIGATED TO FIND CAR ON FIRE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT. ORIGIN IS AT REAR OF ENGINE COMPARTMENT IN VICINITY OF VACUUM BOOSTER. HAS ALL THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH FAILURE. *JB
Fire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Jun 10, 2004
Incident date: Jun 28, 2003
CRUISE CONTROL WAS DEFECTIVE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CATCH FIRE. IT BURNED UP THE VEHICLE. ALSO BURNED DOWN THE HOUSE. THIS EVENT HAPPENED IN JUNE 2003. SHE WAS NOT AWARE THAT SHE NEEDED TO FILE A COMPLAINT ABOUT THE EVENT AT THAT TIME. . *AK *JB
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
Jun 8, 2004
Incident date: Jun 5, 2004
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH DEVELOPED A RESISTIVE SHORT IN THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT. THIS RESULTED IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE. THE DAMAGE WAS MINIMUM BECAUSE THE CONSUMER HAD A FIRE DISTINGUISHER ON HAND, AND WAS ABLE TO DISTINGUISH THE FIRE QUICKLY. RECALL 99V124000 WAS ISSU... Read more
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
Mar 30, 2004
Incident date: Mar 5, 2004
ANTI THEFT ALARM SYSTEM GOES OFF AT ALL TIMES OF THE DAY AND/OR NIGHT FOR NO APPARENT REASON. WE HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE IN ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS WITH NO SUCCESS IN SOLVING THE PROBLEM. IS THERE ANY SOLUTION FOR THIS PROBLEM THAT HAS WORKED FOR OTHERS IN THE PAST. IT IS GETTING VERY ANNOYING! IT H... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 25, 2004
Incident date: Mar 25, 2004
THE CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE HER VEHICLE WAS SITTING IN HER DRIVEWAY, IT CAUGHT FIRE. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DRIVEN IN ABOUT 1-2 WEEKS. SHE STATED THE FIRE INVESTIGATORS SAID THAT IT WAS AN ELECTRICAL FIRE AND THAT THERE HAD BEEN RECALLS ON THIS TYPE VEHICLE. *JB
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Feb 2, 2004
Incident date: Feb 2, 2004
WHEN THE CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES AT A LOW SPEED, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, WHICH RESULTED IN THE CONSUMER REAR ENDING ANOTHER MOTORIST. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND CONSEQUENTLY THE AIR BAG BROKE THE PASSENGER'S ARM. *AK *JB
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Feb 2, 2004
Incident date: Feb 2, 2004
WHEN THE CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES AT A LOW SPEED, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, WHICH RESULTED IN THE CONSUMER REAR ENDING ANOTHER MOTORIST. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND CONSEQUENTLY THE AIR BAG BROKE THE PASSENGER'S ARM. *AK *JB
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 17, 2003
Incident date: Jul 17, 2003
SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM AND DEACTIVATION SWITCH STOP WORKING ON 260 MILE TRIP TO SAVANNAH, GA, AND CAR CAUGHT FIRE BY ITSELF 5 HOURS AFTER PARKED UNDER PRIVATE SURVEILLANCE CITY OF SAVANNAH PARKING BUILDING. FIRE BEGUN UNDERHOOD-LEFT FRONT. HOOD MELTED,CAR DESTROYED BY FIRE-TOTAL LOSS. *LA
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Nov 17, 2003
Incident date: Nov 17, 2003
CONSUMER HAD PICKED UP VEHICLE FROM DEALERSHIP AFTER BRAKE LINE WAS REPLACED. OWNER DROVE THE VEHICLE ABOUT 5 MILES AND FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL CAUGHT ON FIRE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP AFTER FLAMES WERE PUT OUT. CONSUMER WAS INFORMED FRONT WHEEL LOCKED UP BECAUSE OF BRAKE CALIPER FAILU... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 24.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,250 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Large Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1993 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
82 manufacturer communications from 75 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 11 |
| 103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER | 8 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 4 |
| 036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 4 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 4 |
| 034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 3 |
| 116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | 3 |
| 034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC | 3 |
CSP 08B04
May 15, 2008
091100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
FORD/LINCOLN MERCURY: CERTAIN 1992-2001 MODEL YEAR CROWN VICTORIA, GRAND MARQUIS, AND TOWN CAR VEHICLES REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF WISCONSIN AND CONNECTICUT UPGRADE MODIFICATIONS FOR HIGH SPEED REAR IMPACTS. *PE
CSP 08B04
May 15, 2008
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
FORD/LINCOLN MERCURY: CERTAIN 1992-2001 MODEL YEAR CROWN VICTORIA, GRAND MARQUIS, AND TOWN CAR VEHICLES REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF WISCONSIN AND CONNECTICUT UPGRADE MODIFICATIONS FOR HIGH SPEED REAR IMPACTS. *PE
03181
Sep 15, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT
03148
Jul 21, 2003
103600 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT
02208
Oct 14, 2002
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
CLIMATE CONTROL A/C SERVICE TECH TIPS. *EH
02107
May 27, 2002
136200 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
TRANSFER SERVICE TIPS FOR THE FRONT WIPER MOTOR MOUNT BRACKET AND DEPRESSED PARK OUTPUT ARM. *TT
0214
Jan 21, 2002
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME ENGINE ASSEMBLIES WITH ALUMINUM CYLINDER HEADS REPAIRED IN-VEHILE HAVE BEEN FOUND TO LEAK COOLANT AND/OR OIL FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET AREA. *TT
012114
Oct 29, 2001
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
PARTS AND PROCEDURE TO REDUCE THE POTENTIAL OF FUEL TANK PUNCTURES DURING RARE AND EXTREMELY HIGH-SPEED REAR IMPACTS. *TT
01181
Sep 17, 2001
103800 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH
BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK.*JB
01156
Aug 6, 2001
138600 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC
01157
Aug 6, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC
011201
Jun 25, 2001
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
THIS INFORMATION IS A SUPPLEMENT TO THE WIPER SYSTEM SERVICE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THE WORKSHOP MANUALS. THIS SERVICE INFORMATION IS INTENDED AS AN AID TO ASSIST IN DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR OF ERRATIC WIPER SYSTEM CONDITIONS.
14862
Apr 1, 2001
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
INFORMATION ON REPLACING FUEL TANK STRAP BOLTS. *TT
0147
Mar 5, 2001
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE IN 2001 VEHICLES - SAE 5W-20 MOTOR OIL. *TT
002310
Nov 13, 2000
103600 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
SUBJECT REGARDING CONTAMINATION FROM PRIOR TRANSMISSION CONCERNS OR EXCESS WEAR MAY BE TRAPPED IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLING SYSTEM. *TT
00213
Oct 16, 2000
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
SUBJECT REGARDING CLIMATE CONTROL - EATC - BLOWER MOTOR CONTROL SERVICE TIPS. *JB
8136
Feb 1, 2000
138200 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO HEATED BACKGLASS REPAIR PROCESSES. *TT
13868
Feb 1, 2000
138200 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
INFORMATION REGARDING HEATED BACKGLASS REPAIR PROCESSES. *TT
0015
Jan 10, 2000
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS
99222
Oct 18, 1999
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT
7312
Oct 1, 1999
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FACTORY INSTALLED MOONROOF MAY EXHIBIT A BOOMING OR BUFFETING NOISE WHILE TRAVELING AT SPEEDS GREATER THAN 40 MPH WHEN THE MOONROOF IS OPEN. *TT
13400
Oct 1, 1999
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
SOME CARS EQUIPPED WITH FACTORY INSTALLED MOONROOF MAY EXHIBIT A BOOMING OR BUFFETING NOISE WHILE TRAVELING AT SPEEDS GREATER THAN 40 MPH WHEN THE MOONROOF IS OPEN. *TT
99194
Sep 20, 1999
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT
99196
Sep 20, 1999
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT
99152
Jul 26, 1999
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT
99139
Jun 28, 1999
125000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
CONDITIONS WITH THE BRAKE LAMPS INADVERTENTLY DISABLING THE BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT
99129
Jun 14, 1999
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
EXPERIENCING A WHINE / BUZZ TYPE NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO ON VEHICLES WITH AN IN-TANK ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP. *TT
99816
May 3, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT
12178
Nov 1, 1998
100000 POWER TRAIN
INFORMATION REGARDING TSB 98-5A-12 (TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION/TRANSFER CASE-VEHICLES TOWED BEHIND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES-RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES) DOES NOT LIST TOWING INFORMATION FOR CERTAIN MODEL VEHICLES. *MJS
982010
Oct 12, 1998
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
EXPERIENCING A " BUZZING " OR " RATTLING " NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *YC
9888
Apr 27, 1998
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC
9887
Apr 27, 1998
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
EXPERIENCING A TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SHUDDER OR VIBRATION. *YC
9873
Apr 13, 1998
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
EXPERIENCING A WHINING / BUZZING NOISE IN THE SPEAKERS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT RADIO OR TWO-WAY RADIO. *TT
9874
Apr 13, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
A NEW SILICONE GASKET AND SEALANT. *YC
9864
Mar 30, 1998
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT
985A11
Mar 18, 1998
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
SERVICE TIP INFORMATION REGARDING ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS. *YC
985A7
Mar 18, 1998
031000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
SERVICE BRAKE PEDAL MAY HAVE A SLIP / STICK CONDITION WHEN THE BRAKE IS APPLIED. *TT
985A13
Mar 18, 1998
034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
THE USE OF PETROLEUM-BASED GREASE AS A LUBRICANT IN SERVICING DISC BRAKES IS NO LONGER ACCEPTABLE. *YC
985A6
Mar 18, 1998
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
SOME VEHICLES MAY CYCLE WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED ON ROUGH ROADS OR ON AN INCLINE WHILE MAKING A SHARP TURN. *YC
985A5
Mar 18, 1998
034530 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT FROM ROTUNDA IS NOW APPROVED FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE USE. *YC
9845
Mar 2, 1998
045300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR
AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *YC
9848
Mar 2, 1998
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
ANNOUNCING THE FORD OEM AIR CONDITIONING RETROFIT KIT AVAILABILITY. *YC
98410
Mar 2, 1998
101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SHUDDER OR VIBRATION. *YC
983115
Feb 23, 1998
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
CONCERNS WITH VEHICLES EXHIBITING A TORQUE CONVERTER SHUDDER. *TT
9836
Feb 16, 1998
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
INFORMATION CONCERNING VIBRATION-SHUDDER UNDER LIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION ABOVE 56 KM/H (35MPH) IN 3RD OR 4RD GEAR- VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AODE OR 4R70W TRANSMISSION.
9814
Jan 19, 1998
034530 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF HUB-MOUNT BRAKE ROTOR MACHINING EQUIPMENT. *TT
976011
Nov 1, 1997
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
SUBJECT REGARDING IGNITITION SYSTEM TEST SUCCESS STORY. *TT
9768
Mar 17, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FUEL ECONOMY- CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS VERSUS VEHICLE USAGE. *JD
97511
Mar 3, 1997
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD
9751
Mar 3, 1997
220000 SEATS
INTERIOR- LEATHER SEAT CLEANING PROCEDURE- SERVICE TIP. *JD
962612
Dec 16, 1996
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW
962517
Dec 2, 1996
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
TRANSMISSION - AODE - 4R70W - SHUDDER OR VIBRATION UNDER LIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION ABOVE 56 KM/H (35 MPH) WHILE IN 3RD OR 4TH GEAR. *TW
96246
Nov 18, 1996
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW
96249
Nov 18, 1996
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
TORQUE CONVERTER - LEAK TEST PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP. *TW
BC0678961025
Oct 25, 1996
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
INFORMATION ON AODE/4R7W TRANSMISSION MAIN CONTROL & CASE REPLACEMENT. *TT
96221
Oct 21, 1996
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW
96225
Oct 21, 1996
075000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR - REPLACEMENT AS AN ASSEMBLY - SERVICE TIP. *TW
96222
Oct 21, 1996
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
BRAKES - ELIMINATION OF SANDING ROTORS AND DRUMS - SERVICE TIP. *TW
BC0810961011
Oct 11, 1996
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
VEHICLES EQUIPPED W/ AN AODE OR 4R70W TRANS HAS A CONCERN OF SHUDDER FROM THE TRANSMISSION TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH IN 3RD OR 4TH GEAR OR DURING 3-4 SHIFT. *TT
96714
Mar 25, 1996
100000 POWER TRAIN
SUBJECT REGARDING A NEW TRANSMISSION CASE AND MAIN CONTROL RELEASED FOR SERVICE ON AODE / 4R70W TRANSMISSIONS. *TT
95212
Oct 1, 1995
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
THE USE OF PETROLEUM-BASED GREASE AS A LUBRICANT IN SERVICING DISC BRAKES IS NO LONGER ACCEPTABLE BECAUSE IT MAY BE INCOMPATIBLE WITH THE RUBBER MATERIAL USED IN THE DISC BRAKE SYSTEM. IF PETROLEUM-BASED GREASE IS USED TO LUBRICATE ANY PAR
ONP95B64
Oct 1, 1995
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AFFECTED CARS WERE MANUFACTURED WITH A LUBRICANT THAT CAUSES THE SENSOR TO PRODUCE IMPROPER SIGNALS. IMPROPER SENSOR SIGNALS CAN CAUSE ERRATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTING AND, IN SOME INSTANCES, INTERMEDIATE ONE-WAY CLUTCH FAILURE. *TT
95102
May 1, 1995
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
VEHICLES MAY HAVE A DISCONNECT OF THE IGNITION CONTROL MODULE (ICM) CONNECTOR OR MOISTURE BUILDUP WITHIN THE CONNECTOR. *TW
BC2850950401
Apr 1, 1995
034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
UNKNOWN
BC2850950401
Apr 1, 1995
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
UNKNOWN
BC2850950401
Apr 1, 1995
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
UNKNOWN
BC2850950401
Apr 1, 1995
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
UNKNOWN
BC2850950401
Apr 1, 1995
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
UNKNOWN
BC2850950401
Apr 1, 1995
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SHUDDER/VIBRATION. *TW
95515
Mar 1, 1995
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THERE MAY BE AN INTERMITTENT LOSS OF TORQUE DURING OR JUST AFTER THE 3-4 UPSHIFT OR IN 4TH GEAR ON SOME VEHICLES. *TW
9562
Mar 1, 1995
034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
ROUGHNESS CONCERN DURING BRAKE APPLICATION. *TW
9568
Mar 1, 1995
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
REVISED OIL PAN GASKET. *TW
BC3061950301
Mar 1, 1995
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
VEHICLES EXHIBIT A HIGH PITCHED WHISTLE/WHINE NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. *TW
95313
Feb 1, 1995
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
POSSIBLE WATER INTRUSION IN THE MLP/TR SENSOR CAUSING SHIFT CONCERN. *TW
9536
Feb 1, 1995
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
INTERMITTENT TRANSMISSION OPERATION. *TW
9523
Jan 1, 1995
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ERRATIC DISTANCE-TO-EMPTY AND FUEL GAUGE READINGS. *TW
BC8794950103
Jan 1, 1995
185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MOAN OR HOOT NOISE FROM THE IDLE AIR BYPASS VALVE. *TW
94269
Dec 1, 1994
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
DELAYED OR NO FORWARD ENGAGEMENT OF TRANSMISSION. *TW
94251
Dec 1, 1994
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES - BRAKE PEDAL HAS SLIP/STICK CONDITION AFTER APPLICATION - NOISE/VIBRATION ON SLOW APPLY AND RELEASE. *TW
ONP/94B56
Dec 1, 1994
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
CORROSION BETWEEN THE TAMPER SENSOR AND THE IGNITION SWITCH CASTING MAY CAUSE FALSE ACTIVATION OF THE ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM. *TW
94224
Oct 1, 1994
073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
MOANING OR HOOTING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT MAY BE COMING FROM THE IDLE AIR BYPASS VALVE. *TW
94251
Jan 1, 1994
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
BRAKES - ANTILOCK- BRAKE PEDAL HAS SLIP/STICK CONDITION AFTER APPLICATION. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, LINCOLN TOWN CAR
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA03014
Opened: Aug 22, 2003 , Closed: Aug 12, 2004
INADVERTENT SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
THIS INVESTIGATION IDENTIFIED A TOTAL OF 182 REPORTS ALLEGING INADVERTENT OR NON-CRASH DEPLOYMENT OF THE SIDE AIR BAGS.THE DATA EXAMINED DURING THE INVESTIGATION SUGGEST THAT THE SIDE AIR BAG CRASH SENSING SYSTEM'S ALGORITHM MAY RECOGNIZE CERTAIN NON-CRASH INCIDENTS AS DEPLOYABLE EVENTS.ODI HAS NOT,... Read more
PE03011
Opened: Mar 14, 2003 , Closed: Aug 22, 2003
INADVERTENT SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
ODI HAS IDENTIFIED 173 COMPLAINTS ALLEGING INADVERTENT OR NON-CRASH DEPLOYMENT OF SIDE AIR BAGS ON MODEL YEAR (MY) 1999-2003 LINCOLN TOWN CARS.MOST OF THE COMPLAINTS ALLEGE THAT ONE OF THE SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING WITHOUT ANY IMPACT.ANALYSIS SHOWED THAT MY 2001 THROUGH EARLY MY 2003 TOWN... Read more
DP99004
Opened: Jul 29, 1999 , Closed: Apr 6, 2000
SUDDEN ACCELERATION
THE SUBJECT VEHICLES' CRUISE CONTROL IS ENERGIZED WHENEVER THE IGNITION IS TURNED ON.IT IS ALLEGED THAT A SUDDEN ACCELERATION EVENT MAY OCCUR AS A RESULT.
EA99010
Opened: Apr 9, 1999 , Closed: May 4, 1999
FUEL SPIT BACK DURING REFUELING
There is no summary currently available
EA99006
Opened: Mar 11, 1999 , Closed: May 19, 1999
UNDER HOOD FIRES
ALLEGED THAT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE AREA OF THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL WELL AND THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER
PE98055
Opened: Oct 27, 1998 , Closed: Mar 11, 1999
UNDER HOOD FIRES
ALLEGED ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE AREA OF THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL WELL AND THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINER.
PE98052
Opened: Sep 25, 1998 , Closed: Apr 9, 1999
FUEL SPIT BACK DURING REFUELING
THE SUBJECT VEHICLE IS FITTED WITH AN ONBOARD REFUELIG VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR) SYSTEM, AS REQUIRED BY THE EPA.THE EPA SAFETY REQUIREMENTS, PREPARED IN COOPERATION WITH ,AND APPROVED BY NHTSA, REQUIRE VEHICLES TO BE REFUELED AT A RATE OF 10 GALLONS PER MINUTE (THE MAXIMUM RATE ALLOWED TO BE USED IN REF... Read more
EA91021
Opened: Mar 29, 1991 , Closed: Mar 16, 1992
HOOD LATCH FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
PE91018
Opened: Nov 27, 1990 , Closed: Mar 29, 1991
HOOD LATCH FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
PE89100
Opened: Mar 14, 1989 , Closed: Jul 12, 1989
FUEL FILLER PIPE SPURTING
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PE88012
Opened: Jan 15, 1988 , Closed: May 2, 1988
NON COLLISION FIRES
SUMMARY: ALLEGEDLY THE AXLE BEARINGS ON LINCOLN TOWN CAR LIMOUSINES OVER-HEAT IGNITING COMBUSTIBLE COMPONENTS NEARBY.RECOMMENDATION: OPEN PE SEND LETTER TO FORD.===
DP87029
Opened: Aug 17, 1987 , Closed: Oct 23, 1987
SUDDEN ACCELERATION
SUDDEN ACCELERATION
LINCOLN TOWN CAR - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the LINCOLN TOWN CAR across all model years (1983, 2011).
125
Total Recalls
4,352
Total Complaints
12
Investigations
409
Reported Crashes
507
Reported Fires
10
Reported Deaths
LINCOLN TOWN CAR - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 3 | 11 | View |
| 2010 | 3 | 17 | View |
| 2009 | 3 | 6 | View |
| 2008 | 3 | 31 | View |
| 2007 | 3 | 114 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 207 | View |
| 2005 | 3 | 161 | View |
| 2004 | 0 | 99 | View |
| 2003 | 1 | 242 | View |
| 2002 | 1 | 71 | View |
| 2001 | 6 | 207 | View |
| 2000 | 9 | 147 | View |
| 1999 | 6 | 203 | View |
| 1998 | 8 | 194 | View |
| 1997 | 8 | 395 | View |
| 1996 | 10 | 316 | View |
| 1995 | 9 | 241 | View |
| 1994 | 5 | 212 | View |
| 1993 (current) | 4 | 226 | |
| 1992 | 4 | 312 | View |
| 1991 | 5 | 278 | View |
| 1990 | 4 | 267 | View |
| 1989 | 5 | 97 | View |
| 1988 | 5 | 123 | View |
| 1987 | 6 | 40 | View |
| 1986 | 4 | 54 | View |
| 1985 | 1 | 24 | View |
| 1984 | 1 | 19 | View |
| 1983 | 3 | 6 | View |
| 1982 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 1981 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1980 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1978 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1977 | 0 | 2 | View |