Frame Rust problems of the 2001 Lincoln LS

One problem related to frame rust has been reported for the 2001 Lincoln LS. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Lincoln LS based on all problems reported for the 2001 LS.

1 Frame Rust problem

Failure Date: 07/15/2009

The contact owns a 2001 Lincoln Ls. While driving 20 mph, the contact heard a screeching noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. Upon further inspection, he noticed that the rear driver's side wheel subframe was rusted, which caused the lower control arm to fail. The vehicle was towed and the tow driver observed that the opposite rear frame also failed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the subframe was rusted out. The vehicle has not been repaired. The contact would not provide compensation because the warranty was expired. The failure mileage was 76,000.


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