2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
242
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
22
Service Bulletins
1
Investigation
Overview of the 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
The 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR has received a total of 242 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION:REAR. 22 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Suspensionrear (43 complaints), Suspension (32 complaints), and Vehicle Speed Control (16 complaints).
Recalls for the 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR, potentially affecting up to 47,314 vehicles.
Recall 04V328000 — SUSPENSION:REAR
| 47,314 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN POLICE, COMMERCIAL, AND PASSENGER VEHICLES SOLD TO FLEETS TYPICALLY INPUT HIGHER LOADS INTO THE VEHICLE CHASSIS OVERLOADING THE WHEEL BEARINGS AND AXLES.
Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO EARLY BEARING FAILURE AND ULTIMATELY TO AXLE SHAFT FRACTURE. IN THE EVENT OF AXLE SHAFT FRACTURE, THE VEHICLE WOULD LOSE DRIVE FUNCTION AND WOULD COAST TO A STOP. LOSS OF DRIVE FUNCTION COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR WHEEL BEARINGS, SEALS,AND AXLE SHAFTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 15, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
242 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
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The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the vehicle experienced rough idling. Additionally, the headlights were flickering, and the alternator failed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the powertrain control module (PCM) was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 140,000.
The contact owns a 2003 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the vehicle experienced rough idling. Additionally, the headlights were flickering, and the alternator failed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the powertrain control module (PCM) was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 140,000.
I have had to replace wheel bearing and axle every few months because of premature wear and causing driving to be a safety concern. Once it wears thin, the car shakes and wobbles and the tire almost snapped off twice.
I have had to replace wheel bearing and axle every few months because of premature wear and causing driving to be a safety concern. Once it wears thin, the car shakes and wobbles and the tire almost snapped off twice.
Safety Rating for the 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
Ford Motor Company has issued 22 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
04155 — SUSPENSION:FRONT
SQUEAK OR RUBBING NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION - FRONT SPRING INSULATOR REVISED. *TT
17891 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PARKING AID SYSTEM DISABLED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) C1123 OR C1983. *TT
17589 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM NOT MAINTAINING A STEADY SPEED AND/OR THE SPEED DROPPING FROM INITIAL SET POINT WHEN SPEED IS SET DURING LIGHT TO MODERATE ACCELERATION. *TT
17533 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AIR BAG LIGHT ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) B2477 - PROGRAMMABLE MODULE INSTALLATION (PMI) SERVICE TIP. *MJ
030804 — VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
ERRATIC CLIMATE CONTROL BLOWER MOTOR OPERATION DURING BRAKING, TURNING OR ACCELERATION. *TT
17398 — SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
REVISED DIAGNOSTICS FOR POWER SEAT SYSTEM. *TT
03191 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INOPERATIVE ENGINE COOLING FAN, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0480 (FAN 1 CONTROL CIRCUIT) AND/OR ENGINE OVERHEAT CONDITION. *TT
17178 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1133 WITH POSSIBLE DRIVEABILITY OR NO START SYMPTOMS. *TT
03122 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
FLUTTERING OR HOOTING NOISE FROM THE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM RECIRC/FRESH AIR MODE DOOR INTERMITTENTLY. *TT
03124 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE VIBRATION AT IDLE AND/OR LOW ENGINE SPEEDS. *TT
Showing 10 of 22 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR.
Other Model Years of the LINCOLN TOWN CAR
- 1998 LINCOLN TOWN CAR — 194 complaints
- 1999 LINCOLN TOWN CAR — 203 complaints
- 2000 LINCOLN TOWN CAR — 147 complaints
- 2001 LINCOLN TOWN CAR — 207 complaints
- 2002 LINCOLN TOWN CAR — 70 complaints
- 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR (current)
- 2004 LINCOLN TOWN CAR — 99 complaints
- 2005 LINCOLN TOWN CAR — 161 complaints
- 2006 LINCOLN TOWN CAR — 207 complaints
- 2007 LINCOLN TOWN CAR — 114 complaints
- 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR — 31 complaints
Other LINCOLN Models
- LINCOLN CONTINENTAL — 2,542 total complaints
- LINCOLN MKZ — 1,957 total complaints
- LINCOLN NAVIGATOR — 1,711 total complaints
- LINCOLN MKX — 1,702 total complaints
- LINCOLN LS — 1,366 total complaints
- LINCOLN MARK VIII — 984 total complaints
- LINCOLN AVIATOR — 650 total complaints
- LINCOLN MKC — 644 total complaints