2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
3 recalls, 31 complaints - 35 TSBs
14V704000 Nov 5, 2014
STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured March 23, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and 2005-2011 Lincoln Town Car vehicles manufactured March 8, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and on which the upper intermedia... Read more
Consequence
Improper servicing of the upper intermediate shaft could cause the shaft to separate, which can then result in a loss of steering control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify the owners of vehicles whose repair records reflect that the upper intermediate steering shaft was repaired during the course of the prior recall 13V-385. Dealers will inspect and replace the upper immediate shaft if necessary free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. O... Read more
13V385000 Aug 29, 2013
STEERING
Defect Description
Ford is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria (including Crown Victoria Police Interceptors), Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles. The affected vehicles are currently registered or were originally sold in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois... Read more
Consequence
If the lower bearing separates, the vehicle may experience a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the lower intermediate shaft, free of charge. The upper intermediate shaft and steering column lower bearing will be inspected to identify any damage that may have occurred as a result of lower intermediate shaft corrosion, and repaired or replaced a... Read more
10V638000 Dec 9, 2010
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
Defect Description
EXECUTIVE COACH IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 LINCOLN TOWN CAR LIMOUSINES. THE FUEL RAIL SHIELD WAS LEFT OFF DURING MANUFACTURING. IN A FRONTAL IMPACT THE ENGINE COULD POTENTIALLY BEND OR RUPTURE FUEL LINES IF THE REPLACEMENT SHIELD IS NOT IN PLACE, CAUSING THOSE LINES TO LEAK FUEL.
Consequence
FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
EXECUTIVE COACH WILL SUPPLY KITS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TO HAVE VEHICLES REPAIRED AT A FACILITY OF THE OWNER'S CHOICE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 1, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT EXECUTIVE COACH AT 888-322-9272.
Complaint Statistics
31 total complaints
9 crashes 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 5 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| STEERING | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES | 1 |
| TIRES | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | 1 |
STEERING
Mar 24, 2021
Incident date: Mar 10, 2021
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, WITHOUT WARNING, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY SWAYED TO THE RIGHT. THE CONTACT REGAINED CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED NOR DIAGNOSED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUF... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 30, 2019
Incident date: Sep 26, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK AIR SUSPENSION AND TIRE FAULT WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE AIR BAGS AND ALL FOUR TIRE SENSORS NEEDED T... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 30, 2019
Incident date: Sep 26, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK AIR SUSPENSION AND TIRE FAULT WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE AIR BAGS AND ALL FOUR TIRE SENSORS NEEDED T... Read more
WHEELS
Sep 30, 2019
Incident date: Sep 26, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK AIR SUSPENSION AND TIRE FAULT WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE AIR BAGS AND ALL FOUR TIRE SENSORS NEEDED T... Read more
STRUCTURE
Mar 30, 2018
Incident date: May 15, 2015
2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FACTORY'S NON-REMOVAL OF PLASTIC SHEETING (USED TO PREVENT DUST IN FAN COMPARTMENT) SHREDDED/BLOCKED DEFROSTER VENTS, FAN, BLEND DOOR, AND HEATER CAUSING NOISES AND SYSTEM MALFUNCTION. *SMD *TR
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Mar 30, 2018
Incident date: May 15, 2015
2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FACTORY'S NON-REMOVAL OF PLASTIC SHEETING (USED TO PREVENT DUST IN FAN COMPARTMENT) SHREDDED/BLOCKED DEFROSTER VENTS, FAN, BLEND DOOR, AND HEATER CAUSING NOISES AND SYSTEM MALFUNCTION. *SMD *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 28, 2017
Incident date: Oct 13, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL A COUPLE OF TIMES AND REGAINED CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED FOUR TIMES... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 28, 2017
Incident date: Oct 13, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL A COUPLE OF TIMES AND REGAINED CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED FOUR TIMES... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 4, 2017
Incident date: Feb 4, 2017
I WAS SLOWLY BACKING OUT OF MY SHORT DRIVEWAY MY FOOT ONLY ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WHEN SUDDENLY CAR ACCELERATES AND HIT PARKED CAR ACROSS AT RESULTING IN ACCIDENT. TWO WEEKS BEFORE THIS I WAS DRIVING ON ROAD ABOUT 15 MPH AND SAW CAR AHEAD OF ME HAD STOPPED I PUT FOOT ON BRAKE STARTED SLOWING WHEN CA... Read more
Crash
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Aug 9, 2016
Incident date: Jun 1, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR INDEPENDENTLY LOCKED AND UNLOCKED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 46,800.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Aug 9, 2016
Incident date: Jun 1, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR INDEPENDENTLY LOCKED AND UNLOCKED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 46,800.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 9, 2016
Incident date: Jun 1, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR INDEPENDENTLY LOCKED AND UNLOCKED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 46,800.
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 7, 2016
Incident date: Feb 17, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. WHILE APPROACHING TRAFFIC IN A LANE, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED AND WAS SLOW TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT APPLIED FORCE AND THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED MINOR WHIPLAS... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 23, 2015
Incident date: May 4, 2015
THIS VEHICLE HAS SUDDENLY VIOLENTLY ACCELERATED ON FOUR DIFFERENT OCCASIONS DURING THE LAST ELEVEN MONTHS. THE FIRST INCIDENT OCCURRED AFTER TAPPING THE BRAKE PEDAL AT A VERY SLOW SPEED AND RESULTED IN THE CAR CRASHING INTO A BARRIER AT A FILLING STATION IN UPSTATE NEW YORK. SUBSEQUENT EPISODES WE... Read more
Crash
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 23, 2015
Incident date: May 4, 2015
THIS VEHICLE HAS SUDDENLY VIOLENTLY ACCELERATED ON FOUR DIFFERENT OCCASIONS DURING THE LAST ELEVEN MONTHS. THE FIRST INCIDENT OCCURRED AFTER TAPPING THE BRAKE PEDAL AT A VERY SLOW SPEED AND RESULTED IN THE CAR CRASHING INTO A BARRIER AT A FILLING STATION IN UPSTATE NEW YORK. SUBSEQUENT EPISODES WE... Read more
Crash
ENGINE
Nov 23, 2015
Incident date: May 4, 2015
THIS VEHICLE HAS SUDDENLY VIOLENTLY ACCELERATED ON FOUR DIFFERENT OCCASIONS DURING THE LAST ELEVEN MONTHS. THE FIRST INCIDENT OCCURRED AFTER TAPPING THE BRAKE PEDAL AT A VERY SLOW SPEED AND RESULTED IN THE CAR CRASHING INTO A BARRIER AT A FILLING STATION IN UPSTATE NEW YORK. SUBSEQUENT EPISODES WE... Read more
Crash
STEERING
Nov 13, 2015
Incident date: Apr 16, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH AND MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING SHAFT FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Feb 10, 2015
Incident date: Feb 2, 2015
2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. CONSUMER REQUESTS REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS AND PARTS ON CAR BECAUSE IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY. *TA THE CONSUMER STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED, A MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THE ISSUE WAS RELATED TO THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER . ALSO, THE FUEL TANK HAD TO REPLACED. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
Feb 10, 2015
Incident date: Feb 2, 2015
2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. CONSUMER REQUESTS REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS AND PARTS ON CAR BECAUSE IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY. *TA THE CONSUMER STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED, A MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THE ISSUE WAS RELATED TO THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER . ALSO, THE FUEL TANK HAD TO REPLACED. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Feb 10, 2015
Incident date: Feb 2, 2015
2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. CONSUMER REQUESTS REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS AND PARTS ON CAR BECAUSE IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY. *TA THE CONSUMER STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED, A MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THE ISSUE WAS RELATED TO THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER . ALSO, THE FUEL TANK HAD TO REPLACED. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 16, 2014
Incident date: Jul 1, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE ENGINE REVVED. ON ANOTHER OCCASION, THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE HAD TO BE APPLIED IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ... Read more
STEERING
Feb 3, 2014
Incident date: Nov 12, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 13V385000 (STEERING) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE REPAIR ON THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 12, 2013
Incident date: Jul 22, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE VEHICLE INTO PARK TO STOP THE ACCELERATION. THE VEHICLE DID NOT STOP AND CRASHED THROUGH A BARRIER. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INJURED DURING THE CRASH. THE ... Read more
Crash
TIRES
Apr 17, 2011
Incident date: Apr 17, 2011
IN 2008, I PURCHASED A NEW LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE TIRES ON THE CAR ARE MICHELIN ENERGY LX4 XSE RADIALS. THE DOT NUMBER IS M3XHDEH3X0208. TREAD WEAR IS SHOWN AS 500. TIRE SIZE IS P225/60R17. MY COMPLAINT IS THAT ALL 4 TIRES SHOW SIDEWALL CRACKING. THE CAR HAS 23,000 MILES ON IT. TREAD WEAR LOOK... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 9, 2010
Incident date: Aug 21, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN HE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AT A SLOW SPEED, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED THE FAILURE AND REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND NO POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT BELIEVED TH... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Nov 3, 2010
Incident date: Nov 1, 2010
2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. CONSUMER STATES WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED, THE GAS PEDAL IS ALSO DEPRESSED *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED INSTEAD OF STOPPING, HE HIT A STOP SIGN. *JB
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Jul 13, 2010
Incident date: Jul 2, 2010
2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR, PURCHASED ON 5/18/10 AT CORTESE LINCOLN, ROCHESTER NY. 6/1/10: BEGAN EXPERIENCING TROUBLE STOPPING - INTERMITTENT 7/2/10: TRIP FROM ROCHESTER, NY TO VERMILION, OH; TRAVELING I90 WEST, COULD NOT STOP THE CAR WHEN APPROACHING THE TOLL BOOTH IN BUFFALO, NY. STOPPED AT THE ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 12, 2010
Incident date: May 11, 2010
I HAVE A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. I WAS COMING UP TO AN INTERSECTION AT ABOUT 10 MPH TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN AND WHEN I STEPPED ON THE BRAKE THE ENGINE REALLY REVVED UP AND I HAD TO REALLY STOMP ON THE BRAKE (ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOORBOARD) TO STOP THE CAR. THE ENGINE THEN SLOWED DOWN. IF I HAD BEEN DO... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 6, 2010
Incident date: Jun 29, 2009
WE HAD A SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OF OUR CAR. WE WERE TRAVELING WEST ON THE NEW YORK STATE THRUWAY (I-90) TOWARDS NIAGARA FALLS. AS WE EXITED INTO A REST AREA, SUDDENLY THE ENGINE RACED AS IF THE GAS PEDAL WERE FLOORED. THE DRIVER PRESSED ON THE BRAKE VERY VERY HARD, AND THE CAR ALMOST STOP... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 6, 2010
Incident date: Jun 29, 2009
WE HAD A SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OF OUR CAR. WE WERE TRAVELING WEST ON THE NEW YORK STATE THRUWAY (I-90) TOWARDS NIAGARA FALLS. AS WE EXITED INTO A REST AREA, SUDDENLY THE ENGINE RACED AS IF THE GAS PEDAL WERE FLOORED. THE DRIVER PRESSED ON THE BRAKE VERY VERY HARD, AND THE CAR ALMOST STOP... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 29, 2009
Incident date: May 17, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. THE DRIVER PLACED THE VEHICLE INTO PARK AND TURNED OFF THE IGNITION. SHE EXTENDED HER LEGS OUT OF THE DOOR AND PREPARED TO EXIT THE VEHICLE WHEN IT SUDDENLY ROLLED BACKWARDS INTO THE STREET. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCUR... Read more
Crash
1 injured
EPA Fuel Economy, 2008 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) | 15.0 | 22.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,400 |
| 4.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 23.0 | 18.0 | Gasoline or E85 | $3,400 |
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, 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
35 manufacturer communications from 16 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 3 |
| 062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN | 2 |
| 010000 STEERING | 2 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 1 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 1 |
DOR-L2Q6V-10
Sep 18, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This SKU is a Radiator Fan. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the electrical connections. An electrical connection issue may lead to the fan not working potentially throwing a check engine light fo
DOR-L2Q6V-10
Sep 18, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This SKU is a Radiator Fan. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the electrical connections. An electrical connection issue may lead to the fan not working potentially throwing a check engine light fo
SSM 47201
Mar 30, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Linco
SSM 46332
Jan 24, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
REPLACING THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT SYNC/NAVIGATION SYSTEM WITH EITHER AN AFTERMARKET SYNC/NAVIGATION KIT OR MODIFYING ORIGINAL SYNC/NAVIGATION PARTS TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL FEATURES IS NOT RECOMMENDED NOR SUPPORTED ON ANY FORD, MERCURY OR LINCO
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
TSB160072
Apr 21, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Inpected or repaired under 13R01 - Requests for recall service action under 13S08
16-0072
Apr 21, 2016
010000 STEERING
For 2005-2012 Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Grand Marquis and Town Car vehicles, Regional Program 13R01 applies to vehicles not registered in corrosion states and not included in Safety Recall 13S08, where operation in high corrosion areas for
TSB160072
Apr 21, 2016
010000 STEERING
Inpected or repaired under 13R01 - Requests for recall service action under 13S08
16-0032
Mar 1, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
4R75E TRANSMISSION - GRINDING/WHINE/VIBRATION/GEAR SLIPPAGE - SERVICE KIT AVAILABLE ISSUE A service kit has been released to assist with proper repair of the 4R75E transmission in 2008 Mark LT, 2008-2010 F-150, 2008-2010 / 2013-2014 E-Ser
TSB160032
Mar 1, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
4R75E Transmission - Grinding/Whine/Vibration/Gear Slippage - Serrvice Kit available
RP-13R01
Sep 16, 2014
013200 STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
FORD: THE LOWER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT, HAS CORROSION OF SWING LINK JOINTS, COMBINED WITH COLLAPSED UPPER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT, RESULTING IN STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION AND LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. MODEL 2005-2011 CROWN VICTOR
TSB-14-0153
Aug 21, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: FAILURE OF PLANETARY GEAR ASSEMBLY IS DUE TO TRANSMISSION, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, EXHIBITING GRINDING, GEAR SLIPPAGE, WHINE TYPE NOISE, VIBRATION, WHILE DRIVING OR LOSS OF REVERSE. *PE
ASI-44538
May 1, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: THE INDICATOR MAY ILLUMINATE OVERDRIVE OFF AND/OR SLIPPING IN 3RD OR NO 4TH GEAR, DUE TO DIRECT CLUTCH FAILURE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0733 AND/OR P0734. MODEL 2008-2013 MARK LT, F-150, CROWN VICTORIA, GRA
RP-13-R-01
Oct 2, 2013
012000 STEERING:COLUMN
FORD: SWING LINK JOINTS ON LOWER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT, HAS CORROSION, AND COMBINED WITH COLLAPSED UPPER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT, ON SOME VEHICLES, CAUSES STEERING COLUMN TO SEPARATE, LEADING TO STEERING CONTROL LOSS. MODEL 2005
TSB-12-7-4
Jul 10, 2012
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: IF BATTERY WAS DISCONNECTED OR DEAD, VEHICLES/TRUCKS MAY EXPERIENCE HARD STARTS AND ENGINE IDLE RPM FLUCTUATION AND EXHIBIT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0505, P0506, P2111 AND P2112. *PE
08-L-01
Jun 11, 2008
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
FORD: CERTAIN 2008 MODEL YEAR TOWN CAR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HID HEADLAMPS. MERCURY CONTENT LABEL INSTALLATION. THE MERCURY (HG) CONTENT LABEL WAS NOT AFFIXED TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR OPENING. *PE
20230
Apr 1, 2008
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
2008 TOWN CAR - HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE (HID) LOW BEAM HEADLAMP FLICKERING. *NJ
SI-19982
Oct 1, 2007
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
FORD: ENGINE COOLING FAN CONTROL RELAY PART AVAILABILITY. *PE
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).
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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 (current) | 3 | 31 | |
| 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 | 4 | 226 | View |
| 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 |