Lincoln Navigator-4x4 2000

• Recall 83423 [USA]: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
  Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
  sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
  this recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.In order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.The list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen.Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov .

• Recall 38104 [USA]: Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
  Certain tradesonic combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
  tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during july 2006. Owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.
  this recall only pertains to tradesonic aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.For more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

• Recall 47842 [USA]: Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
  Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n f65277, shipped from january 16 through june 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector is fully attached.
  ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. The recall began on august 4, 2006. Owners may contact ufi filters usa at 800-230-5876.
  this recall only pertains to ufi filters usa (purolator) aftermarket fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

• Recall 61623 [USA]: A fire at the switch could occur.
  On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
  by letter dated september 12, 2005, owners were instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. Owners who have had their speed control deactivated are being notified that parts will be available and advised to make an appointment to reconnect the speed control beginning in february 2006. Owners who did not have their speed control deactivated are being notified to have their system remedied beginning in february 2006. Owners are urged to avail themselves of the free disconnect service as soon as possible because of the significant risk of fire. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. (note: also see recalls 05v017 and 06v286)
  ford recall no. 05s28.Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

• Recall 36690 [USA]: This condition could lead to a fire. fires have occurred while the vehicles were parked with the ignition 'off.'
  On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
  as an interim repair, owners will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. As soon as replacement parts are available (early april 2005), owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a new switch free of charge. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. (note: also see recalls 05v388 and 06v286)
  ford recall no. 05s28.Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

• Recall 2494 [USA]: Loss of visibility while driving increases the risk of a crash.
  Vehicle description: passenger cars, sport utility vehicles, and light and medium duty pickup trucks. A switch located in the plastic cover of the wiper motor gear case could malfunction and overheat, potentially resulting in loss of intermittent wiper function, loss of wiper park function, complete loss of wiper function, or ignition of the plastic cover material. Switch malfunction is most likely to occur when the intermittent setting of the wipers is being used, or when snow or ice obstructs the blades from returning to the "parked" position at the bottom of the windshield. These vehicles were built at the following assembly plants: atlanta plant from 2/11/00 through 7/31/00; chicago plant from 2/14/00 through 8/4/00; kansas city plant from 2/26/00 to 9/4/00; kentucky truck plant from 2/18/00 to 8/31/00; michigan truck plant from 2/23/00 through 8/3/00; norfolk plant from 2/21/00 through 7/27/00; wayne stamping and assembly plant from 2/25/00 through 8/15/00; and wixom plant from 2/15/00 through 8/8/00.
  dealers will inspect the date code on the wiper motor. Motors built with the suspect time frame will have the wiper motor gear case cover replaced. Owner notification began august 20, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
  also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

• Recall 7509 [USA]: The trailer hitch could then separate from the vehicle.
  Vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles. The trailer hitch assembly to the frame attaching bolts could lose the clamp load.
  dealers will replace the trailer hitch mounting bolts and nut plates.
  owner notification began may 15, 2000. 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 2005028 [Canada]: Electrical
  On certain vehicles, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn, potentially resulting in an underhood fire. The condition may occur either when the vehicle is parked or when it is in operation. Correction: initially as an interim repair, owners will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. As soon as replacement parts are available, owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a new switch or fused wiring harness.

• Recall 2004164 [Canada]: Steering
  On certain vehicles, ford has issued a scheduled maintenance guide update which specifies that every 20 000 kms, the steering linkage, which includes tie-rod ends, should be inspected. The vehicle owner is asked to place the tie-rod end inspection procedure supplied with this maintenance guide update in the vehicle's glove box for reference and safekeeping. The vehicle owner is to provide the inspection procedure to their repair facility to help properly identify worn tie-rod ends. Performing the vehicle scheduled maintenance, including maintenance inspections, is the responsibility of the vehicle owner. Failure to replace worn tie-rod ends may eventually result in a tie-rod end separation that could adversely affect steering control. If the inspection reveals that a tie-rod end is worn and must be replaced, the repair will be at the owner's expense unless the vehicle is still covered by the basic vehicle warranty, or has an extended service plan coverage that includes these components.

• Recall 2001204 [Canada]: Other
  Certain passenger cars, sport utility vehicles, and light and medium duty pickup trucks. A switch located in the plastic cover of the wiper motor gear case could malfunction and overheat, potentially resulting in loss of intermittent wiper function, loss of wiper park function, complete loss of wiper function, smoke or, potentially, ignition of the plastic cover material. Switch malfunction is most likely to occur when the intermittent setting of the wipers is being used, or when snow or ice obstructs the blades from returning to the "parked" position at the bottom of the windshield. Loss of visibility while driving increases the risk of a crash. Correction: dealers will inspect the date code on the wiper motor. Motors built with the suspect time frame will have the wiper motor gear case cover replaced.

• Recall 2000079 [Canada]: Structure
  On certain vehicles, the trailer hitch assembly attachment bolts may lose clamp load. If the operator does not notice the condition due to rattle or other looseness of the trailer hitch assembly, there is a potential for the trailer hitch to separate from the vehicle. Correction: trailer hitch mounting bolts and nut plates will be replaced with higher strength mounting bolts and nut plates installed at a higher torque and including an adhesive patch.

• Recall 2000281 [Canada]: Lights and instruments
  On certain vehicles, the daytime running lamp circuit contains a resistor that is corroding. If this occurs, the resistive element can open, resulting in a loss of daytime running lamp (drl) function. If drl function is lost, there may be reduced vehicle conspicuity, which could increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Correction: dealers will install a sealed daytime running lamp resistor.

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.

• Spark plug ejection from cylinder head investigation as of 20050922

  On september 6, 2005, odi received a petition requesting that the agency investigate allegations of engine spark plug ejection in certain model year 1997 through 2004 ford vehicles with triton v-8 and v-10 engines.Odi received a total of 474 non-duplicative complaints on the subject vehicles where the complainant, or the dealer repairing the vehicle, reported that a spark plug detached from the cylinder and/or ejected from the engine.As of december 8, 2005, odi is not aware of any allegations where the alleged defect resulted in a loss of vehicle control, a crash, an injury, or a fatality in any of the 10,319,810 subject vehicles.In addition, odi is aware of only two incidents where the vehicle stalled without restart.Information contained in the odi consumer complaints and obtained from 72 telephone interviews with complainants showed the following:(1) 99% of the complaints were on my 1997 to 2002 subject vehicles.(2) most the complainants reported hearing a loud pop while driving or upon starting up the vehicle followed by a loud, repetitive clicking or popping sound.(3) many of the complainants reported that the popping sound was accompanied by some loss of vehicle power; however, in 99% of the incidents reported, the vehicle did not stall.In the very few incidents where the vehicle did stall, most vehicles could be restarted.(4) only a small percentage of the complainants cited that they smelled gas or a slight burning smell when the incident occurred.(5) in all but a very few incidents, vehicle damage was limited to the engine.In one incident, the complaint reported that the fuel rail was damaged and replaced after one of the spark plugs ejected from the engine; however, the complainant reported that the damage did not result in any type of fuel leak or fire.In another incident, the only incident where a fire was alleged, the complainant reported that no fluid leak was observed, but that a fire resulted after the spark plug had ejected from the engine and he had restarted the vehicle and driven to another location.None of the complainants reported any damage to the vehicle hood.(6) only two complainants reported that they observed what appeared to be some drops of fuel coming from the cylinder where the spark plug had failed or on the spark plug itself; however, each of these complainants reported that there was no smoke or flames as a result of his incident.As the petitioner noted, and odi¿s analysis showed, it is possible for a spark plug to detach from the engine cylinder threads in the subject vehicles.However, odi¿s analysis of 474 complaints describing such incidents found only a very few alleged any safety-related consequences.None of these showed any evidence of a serious safety consequence.Given the large population and relatively long exposure time of the subject vehicles, the complaint analysis indicates that the risk to motor vehicle safety from the alleged defect is very low.In view of the foregoing, it is unlikely that nhtsa would issue an order for the notification and remedy of the alleged defect at the conclusion of the investigation requested in the petition.Therefore, in view of the need to allocate and prioritize nhtsa¿s limited resources to best accomplish the agency¿s safety mission, the petition is denied.
  

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• Speed control deactivation switch fire investigation as of 20041119

  In its letter dated january 27, 2005 to odi, ford indicated that it would conduct a safety recall (nhtsa recall # 05v-017) to remedy an overheating speed control deactivation switch in approximately 738,490 subject vehicles.The vehicles affected by the recall are certain 2000 model year (my) ford f150, ford expedition and lincoln navigator equipped with speed control and certain 2001 model year f150 supercrew vehicles built through august 7, 2000.Since opening pe04-078, odi has identified other reports of "key off" engine compartment fires in ford vehicles with similar speed control deactivation switches that were not the subject of this preliminary evaluation or fords recall 05v-017.Fords response to the odi information request letter dated december 3, 2004, provided an additional 107 allegations of "key off" engine compartment fires that were also in vehicles not subject to this investigation or included in the ford recall 05v-017.An engineering analysis (ea) is warranted to determine if a safety defect trend exists relating to "key off" engine compartment fires in vehicles outside the scope of this preliminary evaluation.Odi will expand the scope of its investigation at the ea phase to include the 1995 through 2002 model years of the ford f150, ford expedition and lincoln navigator vehicles.
  

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Common OBD Error codes specific to this vehicle.

• P0302 [1] Cylinder 2 Misfire Detected
• P0303 [1] Cylinder 3 Misfire Detected
• P0304 [1] Cylinder 4 Misfire Detected
• P0305 [1] Cylinder 5 Misfire Detected
• P0306 [1] Cylinder 6 Misfire Detected
• P0307 [1] Cylinder 7 Misfire Detected
• P0308 [1] Cylinder 8 Misfire Detected
• P0316 [1] Misfire Detected On Startup (First 1000 Revolutions)
• B1994 [1] Driver Side
• B1998 [4] Passenger Side
• P0442 [3] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
• P0455 [5] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
• P0456 [2] Evaporative Emissions System Small Leak Detected
• P0457 [2] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected
• P1442 [2] A/C Evaporator Air Temperature Circuit Range/Performance
• P1635 [3] Internal Vref Malfunction
• P1639 [3] Data Output Link Circuit Failure
• P0171 [1] System too Lean (Bank 1)
• P0174 [1] System too Lean (Bank 2)
• P0500 [1] Vehicle Speed Sensor "A" Malfunction
• P1502 [1] RCNT Solenoid Circuit Malfunction
• U1039 [1] SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Primary Id / Vehicle Speed
• C2140 [1] C2140
• B2140 [1] B2140
• P0350 [3] Ignition Coil Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
• P0360 [1] Ignition Coil J Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
• P0358 [2] Ignition Coil H Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
• P2756 [1] Torque Converter Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid

On october 4, 2017 at approximately 3:45 pm, i departed from the sacramento children's home through an adjacent alley traveling through the south bound entrance. As i made the left turn into the alley as i gradually got up to speed my vehicle suddenly began to accelerate. I was startled by the sudden increase of speed and immediate made an attempt to put the vehicle in neutral and shut the vehicle down and apply the brakes. Before i could make the corrections the vehicle had veered off to the left hand side of the alley and struck an oak tree. To my guess the vehicle was traveling at a rate of speed of about 25-30 mph. On impact i slammed into my motorola speaker that was attached to my sun visor and split my head open which required 8 staples to close.

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 lincoln navigator. While driving 65 mph speed and take your foot of the gas pedal and car continues to go 65 mph all of sudden no power steering or power brakes. In addition, the contact stated that the electrical system failed to operate intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 115,000. The consumer stated the vehicle continued to go 65 mph, even when he removed his foot from the accelerator. The rpm meter and the motor speed dropped down to 500 rpm and the engine shut off. There was no power steering and no power brakes, but the vehicle continued going 65 mph. Also, the radio and air conditioner burned out. The dealer stated the burn happened inside the wire harness. Updated 03/08/17.*jb...Updated 03/08/17 *bf updated 09/18/2017*js the consumer stated the radio, ac-fans, turn signals, electric windows, brake lights, turn signals, hazard lights, tail gate, window wiper, actuator, over head stop light, door lock, the tail gate would not open, air springs/air compressor, heater controls, and the wire fuse caused a fire. *js *tr

Vehicles wipers will not cut off. Wiper motor smokes bad from under hood.

Vehicle was parked and turned off when it suddenly exploded. *tt

Drove car today and it had been sitting parked for 5 hours . Neighbors called my cell to tell me the truck was on fire and the fire department had been called to try to put it out . The fire department had to chainsaw the hood and they were finally able to put it out without the fire destroying the passenger compartment. The truck however had burned for about 15 minutes in the engine compartment . This truck had self started its own fire being left alone in the driveway for 5 hours . *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the engine compartment ignited in flames without warning. The fire department was contacted and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was destroyed. The cause of the fire was unknown to the contact. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileage was 157,000.

My spare tire fell out from beneath my truck. The cable was split at the end. The small connector that is attached to the cable had separated from the end of the cable which also holds a metal pad in place. The pad allows the spare tire to be raised or lowered. All parts were retrieved, the spare tire, metal pad and connector. The spare tire hoist assembly was still operational, minus the parts that fell out. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln navigator. While the vehicle was parked, the front end burst into flames. The contact stated the fire started near the cruise control switch. The fire department came and put out the fire.. The fire department filed a report. The contact stated no injuries occurred. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact reference recall nhtsa campaign id number: 05v017000, vehicle speed control:cruise control, and stated the recall work was never performed on her vehicle. The vehicle was purchased used in 2010. The approximate failure and current mileage were 118,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 lincoln navigator. During brake application at 10 mph, the brake pedal fell to the floor-board. Consequently she crashed into another vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility, in which the mechanic attempted to make repairs. However, while in the shop the vehicle caught on fire while idling. The fire department extinguished the flames. The fire report states that fire was caused by brake booster failure. All the plastic components of the braking system and brake lines were destroyed. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were under 190,000. The vin was not available.

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln navigator. While driving the passenger smelled a burning odor. Upon further inspection he noticed that the wiring harness, main terminal, compressor and the alternator had melted. Prior to the failure, he heard a peculiar noise. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer nor has he notified the manufacturer. The current and failure mileages were approximately 169,000.

Lincoln navigator 2000 burst into flames last night in our driveway and burnt our other car a land rover and 8 suitcases worth of personal effects of clothes and jewelry. Bicyclist awoke the family who were sleeping at 5am to warn them to evacuate the house. Fire fighters took 3 hours to put out the fire. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln navigator. After driving 20 mph, the contact parked the vehicle and smelled burning rubber. She noticed smoke underneath the hood. She opened the hood and flames appeared. The contact believes that the failure was due to electrical failure. The vehicle was towed to a private body shop for inspection. The failure and current mileages were 110,000.

I am the owner of a 2000 navigator. I bought it from a private owner about a year and a half ago. When go to change gears, the vehicle sometimes won't go into gear or if i put it in park, it sometimes won't go. Then i tried to use my emergency brake when parking, which is what i had to resort to due to the vehicle not staying in gear, it also would not work. I went to get my vehicle safety inspection and of course it did not pass. So that prompted my online research as to how to fix the problem. Then i came across the recall in formation for this vehicle and similar models and i see that some recalls were made, but not for my vehicle's year. I was wondering if my vehicle's year model should be included in some of the other recalls because i have the exact same problem but my vehicle is a 2000 and the recall was for a 1998 and so on. Thank you. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln navigator. Four hours after being driven, the vehicle began to smoke and caught fire. The fire was so bad that the hood blew off. The tires and everything in the vehicle were melted. The fire department extinguished the fire and a firefighter stated that there was a ford recall regarding this failure. He further stated that the fire appeared to have originated in the engine compartment. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard. The contact has photos and a videotape of the fire. The recall number was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 97,000.

2000 lincoln navigator, radio flashes on and off with vehicle off, and windshield wipers are not working, after vehicle has been sitting off for a couple hours, there is a loud noise coming from under the hood on the passenger side under the windshield, open the vehicle door and a/c is blowing full blast and radio is flashing on and off again smells like something is burning and caused a minor fire. Looked up recall information and ford states that our vehicle is not listed under the recall# 01s24, although it shows our model year along with a majority of ford, lincoln, and mercury vehicles. This is the same problem that happened with the 2000 ford expedition nhtsa action# ea05015. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the rear air bag suspension kit is deflated. The motor appears to be shorted out. He stated that the air bags appear to wind back up, but then move up and down while driving at various speeds, as if the motor was attempting to position it correctly. The contact went to the dealer, but they would not repair it for free. The dealer is charging $2,500 to inflate the air bags. There was no impact or failure with the vehicle itself. The current and failure mileages were 110,000.

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the driver side air bag deployed without warning. The dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. As of november 29, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The manufacturer stated that they would investigate the failure and referred the contact to nhtsa. The vin and mileage information were unavailable.

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 lincoln navigator. While driving 5 mph, the vehicle's engine failed and the contact smelled gas. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic who stated that the spark plug went through a cylinder and created a hole. The current and failure mileages were 120,000.

Run away lincoln navigator. In light of toyota's problems, the same problem occurred in 2007. Out of control acceleration, unable to stop, unable to shift to neutral. Suv kept increasing speed despite not depressing the gas pedal. *tr

Upon driving down the road,with no aaparent preliminary warnings, a screw fell from under my dash onto my feet. I dismissed it as a dash cover screw and kept driving. Upon reaching my home and trying to put my gearshift into "park", i realize this screw has something to do with the gear shift and linkage. The shifter is now loose and will not go into "park". If i hold it towards the "p" i am able to get my keys out of the ignition. I now have to use my emergency brake and i have to start the car in "neutral". Not a serious issue unless it progresses and the gearshift falls off. I will have it fixed by the dealer tomorrow - just thought you should know about the problem. *nm

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 65 mph, the brakes on the vehicle completely failed causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. This incident occurred on dry highway road.

On jan 14, 2006 , i came out in the am and started my 2000 lincoln navigator. I turned on wiper and started to drive in a few minutes the truck was filled with smoke. I immediately turn it off and got out. I return and started truck turned wipers back on and they worked except for intermittent mode. I then took truck to dealer the next day. They informed me that water leak past the windshield onto the fuse box and gem unit. They would have to replace windshield with a different type. ( not reseal. They said this was common on these trucks. They also needed to replace fuse box and gem total was $1200.00, i contacted ford because why would they have to replace windshield if it was original and not cracked. I was told there is no recall and they could not reimburse me. After loosing 2 other trucks in a 2 year period to fire both fords , i am now extremely annoyed that ford will not acknowledge these problems. I search forums and internet and see that this is common ( windshield leak), why will ford not pay for this. I guess they feel that if they can get away with it then why recall. I have lost 2 trucks because of electrical problems now i have a 3rd truck with similar problems. Force ford to recall or fix these problems at their expense. I have been a mechanic for 15 years and understand a recall like this to replace windshields would be expensive but i the consumer can not keep buying trucks. *nm

Dt: contact stated while driving on a dirt road at 50 mph she lost control of vehicle and it crashed into a ditch. Upon impact, the driver's side air bags did not deploy. Injuries were sustained. *ak updated 12/7/2005. *nm

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to be repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 05v388000 (vehicle speed control) but the vehicle still had a problem with the wiring. The contact also stated that there was a burning wire odor. The dealer stated there was no problem with the vehicle. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was unavailable. The current mileage was 127,000. *tr

While parked in driveway vehicle ignited and caught on fire, which totaled the vehicle. Fire was extinguished by fire dept., copy of fire inspection report included. Vehicle was towed by the insurance company. *ak *bf *nm

The consumer received a letter feb. 2005 that the cruise control switch may cause a fire. The cruise control switch was deactivated until the dealer gets the part.

Consumer stated that vehicle was parked 35 to 45 minutes when she saw smoke coming from the grill area, and flames coming from the driver's side front area. No problems with the vehicle other than the cruise control not working.*ak

While driving srs light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the clock spring needed to be replaced. Consumer informed the mechanic that this problem occurred on numerous occasions, and had not been resolved. *ak

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 lincoln navigator. The contact stated that while driving 50 mph, the vehicle started shaking. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who applied pins on the suspension and replaced the tires but the failure recurred. The contact also stated that there was a crack on the wheels that caused the bolt joints to fail. The contact also stated that the airbag warning light was illuminated and the ac and heat was inoperable. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 124,000.

Nhtsa recall campaign 01v258000; ford issued a windshield wiper motor recall. This vehicle is not included in the recall due to vin, but the windshield wipers do not operate. *ak

Consumer complained about an electrical problem. The horn did not blow and the vehicle caught fire. The vehicle was parked and unattended when it ignited into flames. The fire department was notified. *ak the horn stopped blowing and the volume on the steering wheel stopped working the day before the truck caught fire. *sc *jb

Wife and 2yo daughter driving down road and totally lost control of steering. Went off side of road and managed to stop vehicle. Upon inspection of vehicle, i saw that the tierod outer joint sheered at the bolt. Dealer only replaced the tie rod end.

Vehicle caught on fire after it was parked in the garage. *mr the fire completely destroyed the consumers home an boat. The fire marshall informed the consumer of numerous fires involving lincoln vehicles started by the keyless entry. *sc *jb

Transmission fluid leaking out after taking trailer to dump. Had vehicle towed to dealership about 4 weeks ago and they keep telling me it's a defective torque converter for transmission that is originating fromthe southeastern distributor. Needless to say, i have not had the use of my vehicle for 4 weeks.*ak

When driving over 65 mphvehicle vibrated. This caused a distraction to the consumer. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.*ak

When the shifter was engaged into park the vehicle rolled backwards without warning. *ak *nm

Without warning passenger's air bag deployed when the driver turned the ignition switch on. *ak

Steering wheel makes noise either way, turning left or right. Dealer notified.*ak the noise wa random and not always present. *ph *jb

The rear right wheel fell off while driving at an undetermined speed. This was caused by the lug separating from the nut because it was not long enough at time of manufacturing.*ak an insurance adjuster observed the lug nuts on the vehicle and reported that they were illegal as no threads on the studs came through the nut. She stated that the failure should be covered under warranty and the insurance company couldn't do anything. When the consumer learned of a technical service bulletin concerning a stud change from 12mm to 14mm two months after the consumer's vehicle was manufactured. The insurance company did pay for the work to repair the vehicle. *ph *jb

While driving at 85 mph, the steering column locked without warning. *ak the vehicle also lock at 55 and 70 mph. The vehicle locked again after it was fixed but was broken out of the lock. The vehicle would lunge forward when started. The mechanic found nothing wrong. The emergency brake must be used. *sc *jb

While driving at any speed the steering column locked up intermittently. This problem happened five times since july. The dealer worked on the problem and claimed that it was fixed, but the problem still persisted. *ak

My 2000 lincoln navigator's air suspension system gave out without warning and without the suspension system light ever coming on. The system failed after the car was sitting with the ac on for about 25 minutes. There was no other activity associated with the car before the failure. *jb

Check engine light, engine hesitation then failure. Trouble code reads several ignition modules defective. After codes are cleared engines works fine until engine under strain, then stalls out again after ignition have been changed out.*ak

Requested reimbursement for 4 new tires.*jb

Consumer stated that while driving at any speed the front end would heavily vibrate causing the front tires to wear. Dealer notified. Mr

Brakes are not working properly, stopping distance has increased, and braking becomes very difficult at any time and speed. Contacted dealer, and dealer has tried to remedy the problem, but remedy did not work.*ak

While traveling about 50mph on highway, consumer heard a noise and was able to pull over to the shoulder, and noticed that left front tire tread separated from wheel. Continential, contrac, p275/60r17. Dealership is aware of problem.*ak *jb

New tire on 2000 lincoln navigator delaminated while driving 65 mph. *ak

I have experienced 2 blowouts on this set of tires. On inspection, the service rep (for the auto dealer, marshall bros.) found a third tire that was about to separate in much the same way. I just thought it was time to buy new tires. I went to my local goodyear dealer to replace the old tires. He told me they were still in very good shape, i did not need new tires. He believed that the one that had blown out was defective. What concerns me most were the comments made by both the lincoln service rep & the independent goodyear dealer. Thay both stated that the expeditions, navigators & explorers are extremely rough on tires. The lincoln service representative showed me an expedition that he was changing out all the tires- it was a 2001 expedition with less than 30,000 miles on the tires. This concerns me...In addition, marshall bros. Lincoln-mercury would not honor the warranty on the tires. I was told i would have to deal with the manufacturer. The continental mfr. Is very hard to locate. I'm still trying. I have possession of the most recent 2 failed tires @ home. The first blow-out was @ approximately 55mph when the car had 12,000 miles on it. Thank you. P.S. The owner of the vehicle is my father. He gave me the vehicle to drive this past december. He will verify or sign this report if needed.*ak

Consumer states the vehicle vibrates, the problem started when the right rear tire lost approximately 50 square inches of rubber and the front tire developed a large bubble, since then the vehicle has been in the shop on several occasions, the dealer has tried to remedy the problem, but with no results, the dealer is now stating that the vibration is normal for this kind of vehicle.*jb

Continental, contitrac, p275/60r15, dot unknown, original equipment on a 2000, lincoln, navigator with 16000 miles. Right rear tire experienced tread separation at 60-65 mph, steelbelt caused extensive damage to vehicle.*ak *yh

While traveling at night a loud rubbing noise was heard. When consumer reached destination, he found that the spare tire had fallen off. Spare tire had never been used. Dealer has yet to be contacted. *ak dealer replaced spare tire and cable winch assembly, however did not provide any reason for the cause. *slc

When driving at speeds of about 20 mph transmission feels like it stays in high gear while decelerating forcing engine to stall. Dealer cannot remedy problem. *ak *yh

Consumer received nhtsa recall 01v258000/ manufacturer's recall 01s24 letter. Called dealer to make appointmentfor repairs. Dealer refused to talk to consumer. Consumer had call dealer several times,and no response from dealer. Consumer started calling around second week in august.*ak

The consumer experienced continuous malfunctions of the air bag system . *bf *jb

Continental tires, lt/275/70r17 size, original equipment on a 2000, navigator. Tread on left front tire had separated from sidewall at 60mph.*ak the tire size is 255/75/17 not as previously stated.*jb

Consumer is requesting full reimbursement for all 4 tires. Mr

Continental contitrac aw, p275/60r17. Original equipment on a 2000 lincoln navigator with 23000 miles. While driving 10 mph, the right rear tire had a blowout. Inside tread portion was shredded. *ak dot number adt044u. *jb

Continental aw p275/60r17, dot unknown. Original equipment on a 2000, lincoln navigator with 28000 miles. On 26 may 2001 while driving 45-50 mph right front tire had tread separation, a 12 inch strip of tread came off.28138 miles at the time. On 8 june 2001, while driving 45-50 mph left rear tire had tread separation, a 12-18 inch strip of tread had started to separate from tire. 28200 miles at this time. In both cases no damage to vehicle. Dealer replaced both tires, consumer feels the other original tires will do the same in the near future.*ak all original tires were replaced by manufacturer. *yh

I experience what i believe was a tread separation in the tire while traveling on i 15 in arizona, on the way to las vegas. As the tire noise and vibration increased, i began to let off the gas, preparing to slow the vehicle down, when the tire blew out, and then coasted to a stop along the curved interstate highway. Upon inspection of the tire, it was noted that both sidewalls had separated from the tread, and the vehicle had run a short distance on the aluminum wheel. That friday afternoon we called continental's customer service number, but they were closed until monday. The ford dealer in grand junction advised us to see a linclondealer in las vegas. The desert lincoln dealer 702-257-0687 (russ schoenbeck) said that we would have to talk to a continental tire dealer because lincoln did not warranty the tires on the 2000 navigator, but did now warrant the tires on the 2001 navigator. He said that he has seen three other 17 inch tire failures on the navigators, one with massive tread speration that damaged the customers sheetmetal. The customer, a broker, convinced continental to repair the sheet metal on his vehicle. I had the tire replaced at discount tire in las vegas 702-451-1453 and had to pay full price for a new tire because i would not let discount tire have the damaged tire, in case i had to prove the faulty tire caused the wheel to my vehicle. I have the tire in my possession. If you feel that you would like to inspect it, please get in touch with me propmtly. I did report the tire problem to ford motor company1-800-521-4140 expressing my concerns that the tire is dangerous and should be recalled. She said that ford does not warrant the tires. I said that the tire is not fit for use on the vehicle, and there is an issue with "fitness for purpose" when ford sold me the vehicle with the tires installed (dot number: ad9c448090 tiresize: p255/75r17)

Continental tires, p225/75r17, dot ad9c4481400. Right/rear tire sidewall separated completely.*ak dealer agreed to pay 50 percent of cost to replace tire set with different brand. *slc

Automatic transmission failed at approximately 62840 miles. *ak consumer states that since it was a factory sealed transmission that failed that it must be a factory defect. *slc

Consumer noticed smoke coming from underneath vehicle, shut off engine and smoke stopped. Continued to drive home, pulled into driveway, and vehicle's brakes were not working. *ak *slc

Apparent sidewall failure, no previous problem with tire. *ak (dot number: e4025825 tiresize: p255/75r17)

Consumer states that the rear air suspension defective. *mr

While driving vehicle's transmission "jumps and surges" erratically without warning. Consumer feels as if vehicle is going to stall. Problem has been occurring for about 1 year. Dealer has checked several times and unable to determine cause of problem. Ts

No deployment of air bags during an accident in which the vehicle first hit another car broadside then proceeded to travel until stopped by a snow enbankment. Nlm

While driving there was total brake failure due to a broken brake disc which may have caused a crash. Also, problem with transmission which caused vehicle to stall unexpectedly. *ak

Exiting car wash (wash rack) onto pavement, shifting from neutral to drive with foot on brake pedal, car lurched forward with inability to stop with 4 wheel drive fully engaged without driver initiating. Failure in both braking mechanism and 4 wheel drive control systems causing loss of control of vehicle while it accelerated until stopped by turning off ignition. *ak

When i turn the car off the heat blows high and will not cut off. Have to disconnect battery or will run it down. Have also noticed instrument panel lights flashing after car is turned off. Recently noticed that it happens after rain. Took to dealership twice - unable to detect problem after keeping vehicle for 2 days. *la

Dear jeff:no safety defect. *ak( dot number: tire size: p275/60r17 )

Tire viberates at 55-60 miles. Drives rough at all speed.( dot number: tire size: 17 )

The car was parked in our driveway. Several minutes later it rolled out of park unoccupied down our driveway accross the street into our neighbors house. Ford denies anything. We have a police report and video showing the car in park under a pile of rubble. Please help. *ak

While driving electrical system would go down and vehicle would shut down. It would periodically shutdown without advance warning. Also, electrical problems w/ power windows. Dealer has no remedy at this time. Please fill in additional information. *ak

Ongoing problem with engine stalling when decreasing in speed. Vehicle been to dealer's shop on three occasions, and the problem still occurring. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak

Vehicle accelerated out of control from a dead stop, resulted in a frontal collision at 35-40 mph into a palm tree. Upon impact, airbags did not deploy, resulting in minor injuries. Manufacturer has been notified. *ak *ml

Vehicle stalls at any speed. Vehicle has been to the dealer 3 times. Dealer , has replaced computer, but has not been able to remedy problem. Vehicle has stalled 4 times. *ak

Vehicle is pulling to the right and occasionally to the left, the front end of the vehicle experiences vibration, this could possibly be a suspension problem or a tire problem. *slc

Firestone tires were wearing so badly, consumer replaced them and is requesting reimbursement, a recall(00t005) statement was received. *slc

I brought the vehicle in for oil change/tire balance/and rotation. The tevh. Advised me he had to replace a tire. I asked why?. The reason was tread separation, of which they showed me. I was beside myself especially since the firestone recall and deaths due to faulty tires. I demanded the dealer to replace all five tires. Now with new replacement tires the vehicle wobbles and vibrates in an enourmous way. Im very concerned about this problem. The dealer states its not fords problem. Whos is it? I just brought the vehicle back for another tire balance. Its still the same, actually worse, if you drive over 50 mph the vehicle feel like its going to shake apart. Please look into this matter. Peoples lives are at steak if in fact these tires are defected. Thank you very much. *ak (tiresize: p275/60r17)( dot number: tire size: p275/60r17 )

While traveling 20-25 mph and making a turn steering whieel locked up, causing vehicle to skid, and resulting in an accident. Please provide further information. *ak

When driving consumer noticed vibration coming from front end of vehicle. Took vehicle to dealer. Dealer rebalanced vehicle. After vehicle was rebalanced there was still vibration in front end. Vehicle was inspected, and inspector linked the problem to tires. All four tires were original equipment on a lincoln, navigator, 2000, tire size P27560r17 with 19000 miles on them. They were separating at sidewall. *ak

While traveling on the highway the transmission started slipping and the transmission shut down. The dealership is aware of the problem. Mr

Vibration was coming from front end of vehicle. Dealer was contacted, and technician replaced engine twice/ fuel injection /engine coil sparks plugs / flywheel and torque converter. Vehicle still has problems. Please provide further information. *ak