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2008 LINCOLN Town Car
3 Recalls for 2008 LINCOLN Town Car
| Recall Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2014-11-05 | STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured March 23, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and 2005-2011 Lincoln Town Car vehicles manufactured March 8, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and on which the upper intermediate shaft was serviced during the course of safety recall 13V-385. The prior repairs may not have been correctly performed. Remedy: Ford will notify the owners of vehicles whose repair records reflect that the upper intermediate steering shaft was repaired during the course of the prior recall 13V-385. Dealers will inspect and replace the upper immediate shaft if necessary free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 14S25. |
| 2013-08-29 | STEERING | Ford is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria (including Crown Victoria Police Interceptors), Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles. The affected vehicles are currently registered or were originally sold in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Severe corrosion can seize the lower intermediate shaft which may cause the upper intermediate shaft to collapse and the steering column lower bearing to separate. Remedy: Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the lower intermediate shaft, free of charge. The upper intermediate shaft and steering column lower bearing will be inspected to identify any damage that may have occurred as a result of lower intermediate shaft corrosion, and repaired or replaced as necessary. If the steering column lower bearing has separated, a retainer clip will be installed. The recall began on October 23, 2013. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s recall number is 13S08. |
| 2010-12-09 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | EXECUTIVE COACH IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 LINCOLN TOWN CAR LIMOUSINES. THE FUEL RAIL SHIELD WAS LEFT OFF DURING MANUFACTURING. IN A FRONTAL IMPACT THE ENGINE COULD POTENTIALLY BEND OR RUPTURE FUEL LINES IF THE REPLACEMENT SHIELD IS NOT IN PLACE, CAUSING THOSE LINES TO LEAK FUEL. Remedy: EXECUTIVE COACH WILL SUPPLY KITS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TO HAVE VEHICLES REPAIRED AT A FACILITY OF THE OWNER’S CHOICE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 1, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT EXECUTIVE COACH AT 888-322-9272. |
0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2008 LINCOLN Town Car
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20 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2008 LINCOLN Town Car
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-03-24 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11404636 | |||
| 2016-08-09 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
ODI Number: 10894409 | |||
| 2017-02-04 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10949532 | |||
| 2019-09-30 |
AIR BAGS | SUSPENSION | WHEELS
ODI Number: 11265222 | |||
| 2017-08-28 |
SERVICE BRAKES | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11020170 | |||
| 2018-03-30 |
STRUCTURE | VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10869964 | |||
| 2016-03-07 |
SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10840237 | |||
| 2015-11-23 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10806229 | |||
| 2015-11-13 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10790163 | |||
| 2015-02-10 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10663889 | |||
| 2014-09-16 |
SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10633596 | |||
| 2014-02-03 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10562609 | |||
| 2013-08-12 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10534872 | |||
| 2011-04-17 |
TIRES
ODI Number: 10396568 | |||
| 2010-11-03 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
ODI Number: 10364637 | |||
| 2010-11-09 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10365088 | |||
| 2010-07-13 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
ODI Number: 10342918 | |||
| 2010-05-12 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10330094 | |||
| 2010-05-06 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10329225 | |||
| 2009-05-29 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10272364 |
0 Investigations for 2008 LINCOLN Town Car
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32 Service Alerts for 2008 LINCOLN Town Car
| Date | Description |
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| 2016-04-21 | 010000 STEERING
Inpected or repaired under 13R01 – Requests for recall service action under 13S08 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-04-21 | 160000 STRUCTURE
Inpected or repaired under 13R01 – Requests for recall service action under 13S08 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-03-01 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
4R75E Transmission – Grinding/Whine/Vibration/Gear Slippage – Serrvice Kit available Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-04-21 | 010000 STEERING
For 2005-2012 Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Grand Marquis and Town Car vehicles, Regional Program 13R01 applies to vehicles not registered in corrosion states and not included in Safety Recall 13S08, where operation in high corrosion areas for Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-09-18 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This SKU is a Radiator Fan. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the electrical connections. An electrical connection issue may lead to the fan not working potentially throwing a check engine light fo Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-09-18 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This SKU is a Radiator Fan. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the electrical connections. An electrical connection issue may lead to the fan not working potentially throwing a check engine light fo Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-03-30 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Linco Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-03-01 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
4R75E TRANSMISSION – GRINDING/WHINE/VIBRATION/GEAR SLIPPAGE – SERVICE KIT AVAILABLE ISSUE A service kit has been released to assist with proper repair of the 4R75E transmission in 2008 Mark LT, 2008-2010 F-150, 2008-2010 / 2013-2014 E-Ser Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-08-21 | 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: FAILURE OF PLANETARY GEAR ASSEMBLY IS DUE TO TRANSMISSION, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, EXHIBITING GRINDING, GEAR SLIPPAGE, WHINE TYPE NOISE, VIBRATION, WHILE DRIVING OR LOSS OF REVERSE. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-05-01 | 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: THE INDICATOR MAY ILLUMINATE OVERDRIVE OFF AND/OR SLIPPING IN 3RD OR NO 4TH GEAR, DUE TO DIRECT CLUTCH FAILURE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0733 AND/OR P0734. MODEL 2008-2013 MARK LT, F-150, CROWN VICTORIA, GRA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2012-07-10 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: IF BATTERY WAS DISCONNECTED OR DEAD, VEHICLES/TRUCKS MAY EXPERIENCE HARD STARTS AND ENGINE IDLE RPM FLUCTUATION AND EXHIBIT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0505, P0506, P2111 AND P2112. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-09-16 | 013200 STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
FORD: THE LOWER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT, HAS CORROSION OF SWING LINK JOINTS, COMBINED WITH COLLAPSED UPPER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT, RESULTING IN STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION AND LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. MODEL 2005-2011 CROWN VICTOR Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-10-02 | 012000 STEERING:COLUMN
FORD: SWING LINK JOINTS ON LOWER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT, HAS CORROSION, AND COMBINED WITH COLLAPSED UPPER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT, ON SOME VEHICLES, CAUSES STEERING COLUMN TO SEPARATE, LEADING TO STEERING CONTROL LOSS. MODEL 2005 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2008-04-01 | 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
2008 TOWN CAR – HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE (HID) LOW BEAM HEADLAMP FLICKERING. *NJ Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
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