Lincoln LS owners have reported 53 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 14 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (29 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering knuckle spindle (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Both driver and passenger side lower ball joints have fractured, been replaced and have fractured again. The stud post itself continues to fracture above the control arm mounting hole, despite both ball joints being replaced and retorqued to manufacturer recommended tightness. Read details...
Basically from what I can tell the complaints have already been made just about every complaint I have read I have experienced as a matter of fact the dealer can tell you in advance what is going to fail. The consumer advocate is who is not doing their job in making Ford fix these hazard traps. Read details...
Ball joints, outer tie rod ends and steering section goes bad, doing a lot of popping and creaking Read details...
Numerous random failures involving different computers within vehicle over 1-1/2 years, including failure and replacement of rack and pinion system. Brake system failure on 6/03/05 - abs computer was reprogrammed but they did not correct what caused corruption. Warned them of concern for my safety. Read details...
Power steering was leaking. I called Ford company and was told there was nothing they could do. Took it to two Ford dealers to get cheapest prices. Had to have power steering rod and pump replaced. Which cost another 1200. Going broke from this car. Read details...