Lincoln Continental 1992
Complaint Information: Recalls, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins, Recall Investigations, OBD II Codes
Recall 10195 [USA]: If both rear corners drop, steering would become suddenly very difficult, affecting vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in connecticut, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virgnia, and wisconsin. The rear lower subframe mount plate nut can experience stress corrosion cracking if subjected to long term exposure to road salts. This can result in fracture and loss of the structural integrity of the subframe mount attachment. Detachment of the body mounts at the rear corners of the subframe, which supports the engine and transmission, allows the rear corners of the subframe to drop.
dealers will install subframe rear mount bolts, reinforcement plates, and plate nuts.
note:this recall campaign supercedes recall campaign 93v-106.Owner notification is expected to begin january 18, 1999.Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).Recall 13244 [USA]: Driver control of vehicle speed using the speed control system or the accelerator control system would be diminished increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with 3.8l engines and originally sold or currently registered in the following states: alaska, colorado, iowa, idaho, illinois, indiana, kansas, massachusetts, maine, michigan, minnesota, missouri, montana, north dakota, nebraska, new hampshire, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, south dakota, vermont, wisconsin, and wyoming. Water can accumulate within the speed control cable conduit. If enough water accumulates, it could freeze within a low area of the cable routing when exposed to a long term cold soak at temperatures at least several degrees below freezing.
dealers will add a boot to the speed control cable.
owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin april 7, 1997.Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.Also contract the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.Recall 13748 [USA]: This condition can cause smoke or flames from the fan and/or shroud, the fan electrical wiring, or the fan motor resulting in a vehicle fire.
These vehicles are originally sold or currently registered in the following states: alaska, iowa, minnesota, nebraska, north dakota, and south dakota. The vehicles involved are 1992-1994 tempo/topaz vehicles with 3.0l engines; 1994 tempo/topaz with 2.3l engines; 1992-1995 taurus/sable with 3.8l engines; 1994-1995 taurus/sable with 3.0l engines and 1992-1994 lincoln continental vehicles with 3.8l engines. During high winds, heavy, blowing and drifting snow, and low temperatures, the engine cooling fan can become blocked or frozen with snow. The fan motor may not rotate and could overheat.
dealers will install an electrical jumper harness containing an automatic resetting circuit breaker to protect the fan motor low speed circuitry from overheating.
owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin april 15, 1997.Notes:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.Recall 1997060 [Canada]: Engine
Direct water spray or long term wet driving conditions may cause water to accumulate in the speed control cable conduit. Under cold conditions this water could freeze and prevent the throttle from returning to the closed position when the speed control is disengaged. This could adversely affect driver control and create the potential for a vehicle crash. Correction: moisture will be removed from the cable conduit and a boot will be added to the speed control cable to prevent water entry.Recall 1995202 [Canada]: Electrical
Note: 1992-94 tempo/topaz with 3.0 litre engines; 1994-95 taurus/sable (except sho) with 3.0 litre engines; 1992-93 taurus/sable with 3.8 litre engines; 1992-94 lincoln continental. The engine cooling fan may become frozen in place by snow, ice or slush. If this occurs and the cooling fan is activated, either automatically to reduce coolant temperature or when the defroster is turned on, the cooling fan will not rotate and can overheat. This can damage the fan motor, fan, fan wiring and shroud with the potential for smoke or a fire to result. Correction: in some cases, the fuse for the cooling fan circuit will be replaced with a smaller fuse. In other cases, a jumper harness with dedicated circuit protection for the cooling fan will be installed.Recall 1992166 [Canada]: Structure
On certain vehicles with 3.0 litre and 3.8 litre engines, the body mounts on the rear corners of the subframe which supports the engine and transmission may become detached due to corrosion of the rear lower mount retaining plates, allowing the rear corners of the subframe to drop. Should this occur, steering could become very difficult, thereby adversely affecting vehicle control. Correction: modified lower body mounts and attaching bolts will be installed on affected vehicles.
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- 02208 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh
- 02176 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH: Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
- 03181 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt
- 03148 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES: New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt
- 99196 - 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
- 99222 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
- 9566 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC: Unknown
- 02107 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR: Transfer service tips for the front wiper motor mount bracket and depressed park output arm. *tt
- 0214 - 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
- 01181 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH: Brake shift interlock.*jb
- 01157 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc
- 01156 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE: Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
- 011201 - 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.
- 14811 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT: Information on additional parts required when replacing transfer case on vehicles equippped with ax4s transaxle. *tt
- 12178 - 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
- 0015 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
- 99152 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
- 9811329 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Information regarding the the availability of the revised headgasket for coolant loss conditions on some engines. *tt
- 99139 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS: Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *tt
- 99129 - 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 - 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
- 12616 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT: Information on transaxle service case replacement with oss (output shaft speed sensor) hole. *tt
- 12559 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE): Concerns with reverse clutch that could become sheared or torn in extremely cold temperatures. *tt
- 98246 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
- 982310 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL: Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak
- 982675 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL: A revised forward clutch inner seal for the axod, axode, ax4s & ax4n transaxle is available with improved sealing and reduced chance of the seal rolling during installation. *yc
- 9874 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: A new silicone gasket and sealant. *yc
- 9873 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Experiencing a whining / buzzing noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio. *tt
- 9864 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt
- 9849 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM: Concerns with coolant may leak from the head gaskets and / or the vehicle may overheat. *yc
- 9848 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Announcing the ford oem air conditioning retrofit kit availability. *yc
- 9888 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc
- 985A13 - 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 - 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
- 9802169838 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Transaxles use a new transmission fluid. *yc
- 97111097237 - POWER TRAIN: Concerns with harsh engagements and harsh shifts with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 628, P0741 and/or P1744. *yc
- 97111097234 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY: Vehicles exhibiting a "squeaking" or "chirping" from the blower motor at low blower motor speeds. *yc
- 97613 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: Transaxle- ax4s/ax4n- diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 628, P0741 and/or P1744 stored in memory after transaxle exchange. *jd
- 97610 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Blower motor- "chirping" or "squeaking" from blower motor at low speeds. *jd
- 9768 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage. *jd
- 97511 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd
- 9743 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Blower motor- "chirp" or "squeak" from blower motor at low speeds. *jd
- 97S66 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN: Recall 97s66 - advance announcement - the engine cooling fan could stall due to accumulation of ice, snow and slush when the car is operated under certain conditions of high wind, heavy blowing snow and low temperatures - if the fan motor i
- 9716 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS: Some power steering hoses have been replaced with a revised design and should no longer be used for service. *jd
- BC101209702 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Verify the transaxle installed in the vehicle is the correct model and model year for the vehicle. *jd
- 962612 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER: Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw
- 96225 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM: Mass air flow sensor - replacement as an assembly - service tip. *tw
- 96221 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw
- 96249 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER: Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw
- 96246 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw
- BC0678961025 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Information on aode/4r7w transmission main control & case replacement. *tt
- 95212 - 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
- 95191 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM: The power steering system may have a 'grunt' and/or 'groan' noise. This may be caused by hydraulic fluid movement within the power steering rack.
- 95165 - SUSPENSION:REAR: Suspension-rear-availability of camber kit to improve inner edge wear on rear rear tires. Tires-rear-inner edge wear-availability of camber kit to improve wear. *sd
- 95157 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER: The torque converter identification codes have been revised as of 3/1/95. *sd
- 9592 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR: Unknown
- 9582 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: A revised service windshield wiper motor is now available. *tw
- 9566 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR: Chirp or squeak noise from blower motor at low speeds. *tw
- 9562 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC: Roughness concern during brake application. *tw
- 95511 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR: Chirp or squeak from blower motor. *tw
- 9546 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR: Wiper motor replacement - upgraded service kits. *tw
- 9546 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR: Revised wiper motor. *tw
- 9534 - SUSPENSION:FRONT: Rattling or clunking noise from the fron suspension. *tw
- 9523 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Erratic distance-to-empty and fuel gauge readings. *tw
- 94263 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID: Some vehicles may exhibit a no-crank condition due to corrosion at the starter solenoid connector. *tw
- 94247 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: The forward clutch piston may crack on its outside diameter. *tw
Engine cooling fan fires investigation as of 19960930
There is no summary currently available
Alleged defective tie rods investigation as of 19950808
Alleged defective tie rods
Broken tie rods investigation as of 19940216
There is no summary currently available
Idle air spd ctrl vlv malf investigation as of 19930730
There is no summary currently available
Broken tie rods investigation as of 19930615
There is no summary currently available
Idle air spd ctrl vlv malf investigation as of 19930302
There is no summary currently available
Sub-frm/unibody absor.fail investigation as of 19921130
There is no summary currently available
OBD-II Error Codes
Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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No | No | N | None | None | 20150608 |
Tl* the contact owns a 1992 lincoln continental. While driving approximately 30 mph and attempting to make a turn, the steering ability seized. The contact had to maneuver the vehicle to the side of the road where the contact noticed that the rear sub-mount fractured. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000. The vin was not available.
No | No | N | None | None | 20090701 |
There are times when i am using my cruise control and step on the brake to disengage it that the car actually speeds up. I have to step on the brake several times to get it to disengage. It is quite scary. *tr
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20040515 |
While driving 55 mph a fire started underneath the hood. Consumer managed to pull over, and had the vehicle towed. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20031112 |
1992 lincoln continental automatic transmission. Wouldn't go in gear. Turning it off and on it would go in gear until you starting going then nothing. *la
No | No | N | None | None | 20030909 |
Dealer replaced rotors and pad for a new york trip. By the time consumer arrived in new york brakes failed. Currently, brake fluid leak. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030714 |
Here is the list of problems i've had with this car. 1.Purchased from bob mullen auto batavia ny milage: 58702 ,june 3rd 1999 2.Returned car 10 days later , ac didn't work, dealer repired at his cost of $500. 3.Jan 2000 repair exhaust system. My share of bill $514.00 4. 4/28/2000 monroe muffler, work on front end air suspension, $370 5. 7/28/2000 electric door locks failed, cost $152 for new switches 6. 9/15/2000 took car back to dealer abs wasn't working estimate to repair..$826, had dealer disarm abs 7. Dgl engine light stays on. Had to take car to lincoln dealer,,estimated cost to fix all the things discovered to be bad, $3480. Told them i'd take my chances 8. 4/9/2001 took car again to monroe muffler for right air suspension replacement, cost $638.... 9. 4/23/2001 car returned to cole muffler mufflers rotted out already were replaced with new ones plus pipes. 10. 5/01/01 took car to air conditioning center said it had cracked housing repair would cost $575. Made sure windows worked!!! 11. 7/16/2002 took car to transmission center for service. Replaced switch for car would go into 2nd gear cost $121. Still not working right. 12. 4/15/2003 oil pan started to leak, have had to weld busted seam $125 13. Not sure but it shows signs of overheating problems, which may lead to head gasket failure and the car still only has about 80,000 miles!! The car is a continental but has been renamed town car because i don't dare take it out of town.. Thanks for your interest in this matter. This car has got to be the reason for the nys lemon law
No | No | N | None | None | 20030214 |
Vehicle broke down while headed south i95 on 12/26/02 in peterburg,virginia. Forced to rent a car while being repaired. Replaced head gaskets and ego sensor and peripheral work needed. Cost: $1,215.89 plus rental (stranded in va) $264.60. Total of $1,480.49. This is not a maintenance item, but a flaw in vehicle which ford-lincoln has acknowledged via a technical service bulletin. I believe later models 1994? Were covered by ford for repair expense. Also my mileage is a 1000 over that for repair reimbursement. But this vehicle repair also should be covered by manufacturer because it is the same flawed 3.8 engine!
No | No | N | None | None | 20030112 |
Entire braking system failed causing a collision. Afterwards, the "abs" warning light illuminated. Dealer not able to determine cause. Ts
No | No | N | None | None | 20020825 |
Rear air shocks will cause vehicle to heavily vibrate while driving at any speed and with no warning. Dealer notified.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20020430 |
Worn mount allows engine to shift and bind steering so you can't turn to the right.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20011128 |
While traveling 50mph on highway vehicle started to acellerate. Also, left front calipers locked up. Dealership is aware of problem.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20010822 |
Vehicle accelerates out of control, driver threw it out of gear into neutral or park, it again went back to idle on its own.
No | No | N | None | None | 20010417 |
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20010404 |
While driving, the air ride control comes on, causing problems with the front and rear spring and shock absorber assemblies, consumer states the problem always starts with the constantly running air pump. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 20010331 |
All four shock absorbers went out without prior warning . Also, air suspension system wouldn't work, dealership was aware of problem.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20010218 |
While driving at 30 mph speedometer will die, consumer still keeps same speed, but reading is zero.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20001231 |
Two years ago i had the rear air bags repaired at the dealer at a cost of $1500. At the begining of this year the front air bags started to go. Like the rears the loss of air pressure is sporatic.Sometimes the car lowers itself overnight, other times it happens while the car is in motion. I have also noticed that other early 90's continentals and towncars in my area sag at the front or rear of the car. I am wondering if you have received other reports about the problem. I also know that lincoln no longer uses this system. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20001231 |
Headlights flickering at random intervals. Total ligh lost duration can be up to 5 seconds at time. Linclon dealer said there are no hieadlights recalls on this vehicle. Someone on edmund's web site mentioned that his 94' continental had the same head lights problem but was fixed by the dealer assumably under a recall. Is there a head lights for 92' model? Thanks!*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20001123 |
Brake pedal returns slowly, sometimes does not return at all. Dealer has tsb published about problem - 92-19-2 abs pedal returns slow: new brake booster. Replacement of brake booster is necessary, however, dealer does not feel this is a safety issue - the brake pedal does not always return ! This means the brakes do not alway disengage!*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20001109 |
No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20001027 |
Head gasket failure caused engine failure after loss of coolant. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000829 |
Head gasket leak caused overheat, common problem, recall on other years, $1500 repair, if they know about this why won't they recall the 1992?*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000814 |
Rear end dropped making steering difficult, after dealer examination all four air struts pn fooy-5a96-d had to be replaced along with the electric adjusters and spg & shk abs
No | No | N | None | None | 20000731 |
The self leveling air shocks are losing air and the compressor runs all the time. I have been told that this will cost me $500 per wheel to correct. Although my car has alot of miles on it, i can't even trade it in because of the problems it has. I wonder if other lincoln owners have experienced this problem. Is this just normal wear and tear? I don't know what to do with this car.
No | No | N | None | None | 20000731 |
Air ride control system went out, causing vehicle to sway down to road. Head gasket blewout and had to be replaced. Vehicle was running hot. Dealership was aware of problems. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000713 |
The 3.8 l v-6 engine should be recalled -represents potential catastrophic failure at high speed -is known defective design. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000609 |
I don't know if a blown head gasket is a safety problem. Maybe if the engine was to stall or quit and there was a loss of control, then personal liability would be a factor. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000605 |
I have heard of a recall on the 90-91, and 94 models, but not on the 92. Also, our 92 was built in 11/91; would that recall be for model year 91, or all vehicles built in 91? I have seen numerous amounts of complaints on this engine and its head gasket plague. Any information you could provide would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!. No safety defect discussed in summary. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000430 |
The air bag suspension system has failed on two occasions, when this occurs the vehicle experiences loss of control and the vehicle bounces on the road. *mjs
No | No | N | None | None | 20000430 |
Brakes work intermittently. Dealer couldn't seem to find a problem. Consumer took it to a mechanic & they test drove it & found a problem, but not sure what it was. They're still inspecting the vehicles problem.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000314 |
Oil is leaking into engine.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000305 |
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000303 |
Vehicle experienced recall #98s36, however, vehicle not included in recall, vehicle collapsed causing damage to components. Yh
No | No | N | None | None | 20000118 |
Battery failed. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 19991130 |
Alarm button cover missing. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 19991130 |
With in 10 months all four air suspensions failed, causing vehicle dropping to the frame, which may have caused loss of control and crash. Dealer could not determine the cause. *ak each diaphram that failed was due to salt corrossion. *yh
No | No | N | None | None | 19991008 |
Air pump in which the air is in and the shock/struts broke, causing the vehicle to go down to the ground. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990929 |
The rear air suspension system failed without warning, the vehicle sits about two inches off the ground. *mjs
No | Fire | N | None | None | 19990912 |
A wire grounded in the fuel tank, causing fires inside the tank. Wiring needs to be rewired. This condition could cause the vehicles gas tank to explode. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
No | No | N | None | None | 19990908 |
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990809 |
Head gasket failed causing extensive engine damage due to over heating. Mjs
No | No | N | None | None | 19990630 |
Air bag light comes on, dealer found the right and left crash sensors rotted off. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 19990629 |
Ongoing problem with engine stalling. Vehicle has been inspected and repairs done by an independent repair shop on several occasions and problem still reoccurs. Can nhtsa provide any further information. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990610 |
Engine head gasket blew out which may cause vehicle to stall unexpectedly and may result in a crash. Dealer replaced the gasket at owner's expense. *ak due to gasket failure antifreeze leaked into cylinders causing rough idle. *yh
No | No | N | None | None | 19990530 |
Motor mounts failed causing damage to the air conditioner system, recall component however owner was not notified of the recall, recent repair of the blown head gasket was possibly related to the recall component failure (92m77).
No | No | N | None | None | 19990503 |
Feel like dealer sold vehicle without checking it out for consumer safety. No safety defects mentione din the summary. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990419 |
Blown head gasket, caused coolant to leak into cylinders and steam to come out ot tail pipes. Dealers estimated cost to repair $1500. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990319 |
Recall 98v323000: had received notice. Contacted dealer. Set appointment. Took vehicle to dealer. After arriving, was informed no parts available for subframe. The subframe on vehicle had already split & service manager informed owner would have to pay half the cost for repairs. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990315 |
Ford offered extended warranties covering 1993 and 1994 lincoln continentals with blown head gaskets. I'm filing this form concerning 1992 models to see if they should be included in the warranty program. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990227 |
Began noticing gas smell in passenger compartment at higher air tempuratures. Dealership diagnosed problem with vapor return line and repaired using a "vapor return kit" provided by ford-lincoln. Was told that problem occurred most often at high air temperatures. Total repair cost was $329.30 (parts and labor). I feel that the gas smell posed a safety hazard to me and occupants; that it represents a manufacturing defect; and effects many vehicles.
No | No | N | None | None | 19990103 |
Control data center (cdl) failure contiuously. Ford says typical with this vehicle does not reccomend replacing. Can not get correct data all the time (ie)gas amount, oil guage, water gauge etc... Contiuous beeping. Very pricy to repair. Happens on many lincolns*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19981203 |
Exhaust system and catalytic converter replaced. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 19981202 |
Instrument cluster module replaced due to 'dcl' reading and air bag light coming on.
No | No | N | None | None | 19981129 |
No summary listed for this vehicle. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19981106 |
3.8l aluminum v6 failure after dealer ignored situation three times...Now dealer claims head gaskets failed after notification
No | No | N | None | None | 19981030 |
Recall 98v323000, sub-frame body mounts recall in which this vehicle is not included. But it has the exact same problem where the subframe did fall, and caised loss of vehicle control. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19981028 |
The air ride suspension will deflate causing lack of control at all speeds. Both the front and rear of vehicle almost sit on top of the tires making steering dificult. This problem is covered in the owners manual so its somthing ford knows they need to fix. Please help get this fixed on a recall its not the first lincoln i have had that has done this.
No | No | N | None | None | 19981005 |
Ford's 3.8l engine has experienced many head gasket failures. My 1992 lincoln continental experienced a failed head gasket problem at 91,830 miles. Ford has extended engine warranties on later continentals. If there is a design flaw which is contributing to these failures, ford should have some responsibility in the repair costs for earlier models in addition to the later models that they are now covering. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19980930 |
Driver's door power lock is inoperable. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 19980922 |
Vehicle started smoking while driving. Learned later that head gasket was broken.Dealer notified and informed consumer vehicle was not under recall, and refused to repair unless cost goes to consumer. *ak
No | Fire | N | None | None | 19980912 |
While parked the vehicle caught on fire on the left side front underneath the hood. Cause unknown. Please provide further information. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19980908 |
The power motors for the trunk and gas cap have never worked properly. The dealer would get it to work after two to three days it would stop again. At the end of 90 days or 3,000 miles they would know longer fix it. I can not find the numbers in the trunk that is surpose to help with getting a keyless entry code. How do i get that? The bad head gasket was discovered by a lincoln dealer before my warranty ran out but the dealer said it was not their responsibility. Probably because a fan motor switch was not workig day of purchase and air suspension shocks stoped working within 3 day of purchase. I had to pay half for the shockes. After all of these things i decided to do some research. The local dealer had done a number of head gasket repairs for models 3.8l v6 for year 89 - 94, considerbly more than any other makes. I checked with two other engine repair shops. Their records also showed more repairs for that motor size in a lincoln than any other motor size. I found out from lincoln motors that they had a recall on 94 model engines because of over heating problems. That was also the last year 3.8l engines were used. I would like to know why only 94s were recalled and not a recall for all 3.8l made between 89-94. Data shows those motors had over heating problems causing bad head gaskets. I would like to be reembursted for the $1100.00 it cost me to repair my motor. Why did lincoln go back to putting v8 engines in their cars in 95? Please forward all replys to my e-mail address.
No | No | N | None | None | 19980629 |
Message cluster (mc): check dcl warning light activated intermittently. The lc'92 handbook indicated the vehicle was driveable and warning light did not need immediate repair. Shortly thereafter, the gas average consumption/dte group intermittently went out. At 74300, the engine temperature indicator split. A mechanic checked out the engine cooling system. At 74700, the oil pressure gage intermittently went out, but the system check failed to confirm this. The oil dip stick showed full, and there was no leakage around the oil filter. The natural conclusion is that the mc is degenerating and giving false information. However, this could lead to major problems if something really did go wrong. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19980617 |
Subframe mounts/motor mounts broke/repaired prior to recall notification. Consumer states after repair he experienced steering problems(power steering fluid leakage, contaminated cooler pump), believes problems to be due to subframe mount breakage(states on recall notice steering problems may result if motor mounts break)(98v-323).
No | No | N | None | None | 19980513 |
Power steering system leaking onto tie rod, the dealer replaced the steering system, and rack and pinions. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 19980512 |
Vehicle experienced several suspension problems, sway bar and links worn, rear struts need replaced, height sensor replaced, air suspension pump replaced, and right strut rod broken which caused steering to make a crunching noise when making hard turns. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 19980429 |
Strut in the rear of the vehicle broke off, almost causing loss of vehicle control and an accident. Cause unknown. Please provide further details. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19980304 |
The vehicle started to heat up while steam and smoke came out from under the hood. Dealer says there was a gasket blown. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19980120 |
Vehicle will not go into gear, dealer replaced the inner and outer shift shaft. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 19971214 |
Transmission failure.
No | No | N | None | None | 19971113 |
Air cushioned control canister "dryer" failed causing rear to sag and trouble with control of vehicle.
No | No | N | None | None | 19971101 |
Motor mount failed after recall work completed.
No | No | N | None | None | 19971008 |
When vehicle is parked & engine is turned off, vehicle can be restarted without using a key in the ignition switch. Have not taken to dealer yet. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19971004 |
Rear sub-frame body mounts detached prior to/after recall repairs (93v-106.002). *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19970910 |
Seat belts: rear seat belts will not unlock. Transmission: driving down street and transmission stopped working, dropped out of overdrive into drive or neutral, mostly neutral. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19970904 |
Consumer was traveling 65 mph when the vehicle cut off without prior warning. Consumer has contacted the dealer, transmission needs to be replaced. Please provide further details. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19970902 |
Air conditioner failed several times due to failure of the lines/hose rubbing on one of the belts within vehicle and compressor failure.
No | No | N | None | None | 19970721 |
Automatic door locks failed two times.
No | No | N | None | None | 19970706 |
Received recall notice (#97v025000). Called dealer who took name & phone no. For appointment. Dealer didn't call back; called back after few days & informed did not have kits & it was not their fault that they didn't, was manufacturer. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19970629 |
Rear drivers side door would not open from inside or outside, the failed component is the lock actuator.
No | No | N | None | None | 19970608 |
Recall repair not perfomed on speed control because repair not necessary in california.
No | No | N | None | None | 19970531 |
Driving vehicle about 35mph when everything, clock/radio/locks/windows/ air conditioning & instrument panel stopped working. Have taken vehicle to dealer twice, but could not find the cause. *ak *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 19970530 |
Ac damaged by parking in 1996. Replaced. Clutch burned up 2/98 after many visits to dealer saying no problem exists. Mechanic says whole system need replacement! Part of tech bulletin.
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19970530 |
Vehicle was involved in a collison and air bag deploy, which cause the driver to experience a very bad trumor. Her left arm was broke due to the air bag deploying and she was only going 15mph.
No | No | N | None | None | 19970517 |
Noise developed upon making a right hand turning maneuvers. Dealer's, prognosis: both motor mounts cracked and separated. Condition: causes belts to rub due to lack of room in engine compartment. Also, vibration in front wheels. *ak
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19970513 |
Owner was driving 10 to 15mph when airbag deployed and injured driver, the vehicle was hit in the left front dup of 813169, added on 25-feb-98. *ak *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 19970212 |
Whenever driving vehicle at night & the high beams are engaged, the would go out. Would have no warning. An intermittent problem. Would pull button forward & hold by hand to operate. Will be taking vehicle to dealer to check high beams again. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19961115 |
The ignition lock cylinder was replaced. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 19961021 |
Brakes failed. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 19961012 |
Consumer was applying force to the brake pedal and the vehicle suddenly accelerated, causing the consumer to have a near accident. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19960830 |
The anti lock brakes failed, resulting in vibration, hard pedal, and a burning odor.
No | No | N | None | None | 19960725 |
Design of air compressor manifold assembly allows it to be cracked when driver hits parking block, releasing refrigerant.
No | No | N | None | None | 19960708 |
This lincoln now has 147,000 miles on it . The head gaskets are leaking again, they were replaced 2 times already. Getting check dcl light, buzzer all the time, this was fixed once already. A/c still blows hot air. I will never buy a lincoln again.. I have spent to much money fixing fords reacurring problems.
No | No | N | None | None | 19960224 |
Air bag light will come on from time to time. Dealer is unable to find a solution to the problem.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19960124 |
While car was in reverse with foot on brake car accelerated back for no reason. Shift to drive had to put in neutal to slow vehicle down. Please describe. Tt
No | No | N | None | None | 19950929 |
Abs system failure, when braking there is a vibration of the front wheels. Tt
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19950826 |
Rear ended vehicle. Explosion of airbag during deployment. Resulting in loss of hearing. Tt
No | No | N | None | None | 19950730 |
Abs, brake failure, replace rotors warp and disc pads causing vibration of the front when making a stop. Tt
No | No | N | None | None | 19950311 |
Front brake rotors, calipers, and pads wear out excessively. Tt
No | No | N | None | None | 19950227 |
Abs: third brake light unit light bulbs overheats; melts plastic around housing; bulbs explodes. Tt
No | No | N | None | None | 19950121 |
Vehicle does not decelerate after extended driving, also accelerates without assistance. *skd
No | No | N | None | None | 19950113 |
Power actuator level jammed,causing right rear door not to open door from inside and outside by control and by hand . *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19940207 |
The front struts failed, causing vibration.
No | No | N | None | None | 19940202 |
Front end shimmy--problem still exists after strut replacement.
No | No | N | None | None | 19940103 |
Cooling fan wiring recall work not received.
No | No | N | None | None | 19930530 |
Brakes vibrate.
No | No | N | None | None | 19930517 |
Motor mounts keep going bad, driver is on the third set of them. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19920730 |
Two firestone tires failed, sidewall of one broke down, second had split in tread. *dsh
No | No | N | None | None |
Coolant running out of the engine system.
No | No | N | None | None |
Head gasket starting to fail causing exhaust to smell sweet from coolant leaking into exhaust, recall on head gasket however vehicle denied due to vin #.
No | No | N | None | None |
New brakes and rotors.
No | Fire | N | None | None |
Possible engine failure resulting in fire. Mjs
No | No | N | None | None |
Intermittent flashing of the air bag light, due to unspecified reasons. Mjs
No | No | N | None | None |
Instrument cluster malfunctions. Yh
No | No | N | None | None |
It appears to me that the 1992 lincoln continental executive series has many problems. I could not even sell it to a used car dealer due to its known defects. Rear air suspension blew out (both at the same time while driving) head gasket in an engine that gets it's oil changed every 3000 miles or so. Front hub assembly ready to fall off. Vehicle is well maintained. Air conditioning that completely became disfunctional.
No | No | N | None | None |
Contacted ford - they only respond to official recalls or lawsuits. Please help me. No safety defect listed. *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
Experiencing problems with the air and heating systems. Vehicle smells as if it is burning all the time.
No | No | N | None | None |
Every 3,000 to 6,000 miles the rotors have to be replaced and there's a vibration when the abs brakes are applied at high speeds. Please describe in detail *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
When pressing the brake to release cruise control mode, the cruise control would not release, causing consumer to shut system down manually. After having recall#97v025000 done on speed control. *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
Engine head gaskets blewout prematurely, causing coolant to go into piston. Manufacturer has been notified.*ak
No | No | N | None | None |
While driving struts/ shocks went out, causing levelers not to work properly. Vehicle would pull to the right, and steering became very hard. Had taken to dealership, and mechanic indicated rear shocks/struts would need to be replaced as soon as possible. *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
Vehicle is subject to erratic operation. Vehicle has a tendency to stall or hesitate with no particular fail pattern. Fuel filters have been changed along with fuel pump and other items.*ak.*nlm
No | No | N | None | None |
Steering problems, sticking on occasions.
No | No | N | None | None |
Air conditioner hose broke.
No | No | N | None | None |
Head gasket is failing.
No | Fire | N | None | None |
Possible engine failure resulting in fire. Mjs
No | No | N | None | None |
I just recently purchased this vehicle and see there is a recall on it for this and other problems. Is there a way for me to know if these have been taken care of. I hear a definate clunking sound in the front left side when turning a bend.
No | No | N | None | None |
No summary
No | No | N | None | None |
When the brakes are applied the brake pedal sticks, dragging the brakes. *ak
No | Fire | N | None | None |
While driving vehicle the engine caught fire. Dealer has not seen vehicle. *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
While driving 70 mph with the cruise control engaged and going up a hill, the vehicle lost power and speed, cause unknown. Please give any further details. *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
Improper torque of the bolt underneath engine manifold is causing the head gasket to leak anti-freeze onto and out of engine, resulting in the engine running rough and without heat. *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
Fuel was leaking into oil, causing the engine to blow. *ak
No | No | N | None | None |
While parked there was an explosion in the air conditioner. Dealer has not seen vehicle. *ak