NHTSA Complaint #11471316 — 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR

SUSPENSION issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11471316
Vehicle	2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
Component	SUSPENSION
Date of Incident	June 3, 2022
Date Filed	June 28, 2022
Mileage	155,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	SC

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated while his son was driving on the highway, the accelerator pedal was slightly released; however, the vehicle stopped instantly. There was no warning light illuminated. The driver was able to drive to his destination safely. The vehicle was towed to the contact's workplace. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The tow truck operator stated that the rear axle was fractured. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 155,000.

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