Table 1 shows twelve common suspension related problems of the 1997 Lincoln Town Car. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension lower ball joint (23 problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension (ten problems).
Son was operating the vehicle. As he made a left turn, he heard a loud clunking sound and the right side of the vehicle crashed to the ground. Had the car towed home and subsequently towed to the repair shop the next day. Read details...
Please reference identical odi case# 815394. No safety defect listed in summary. Read details...
1997 Lincoln Town Car front control arm lower ball joint failed, puncturing tire and driving lower control arm into asphalt. Speed of accident 15 mph. Numerous complaints on lower control arm failures for Lincoln, crown victoria etc. Manufacturer claims the specific VIN is not under recall criteria. Read details...