Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems of the 1997 Lincoln Town Car - part 1

Tl- the contact owns a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that while traveling an unknown rate of speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that upon further inspection of the vehicle, it was noticed that the plastic piece associated with the intake manifold fractured. Also, the contact mentioned that the temperature reader and additional components may have been damaged due to the failure. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence and was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 10v638000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000. Pam.

The contact owns a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that while driving at 25 mph, the vehicle stalled as the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the intake manifold needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired by the dealer however, the contact stated that he repaired the vehicle independently with aftermarket parts. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.

The contact owns a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that while the driver was driving at 30 mph, steam emitted from the front end of the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed however, the contact stated that an after market intake manifold was replaced by an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.

The contact owns a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that while at a dealer for routine maintenance, the technician stated that engine coolant was leaking from the intake manifold, which would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.

The contact owns a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. The contact stated that while at a dealer for routine maintenance, the technician stated that engine coolant was leaking from the intake manifold. The technician stated that the intake manifold would have to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000.

The contact owns a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. While driving approximately 20 mph, the engine began to misfire. The check engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel until the engine was turned off. The failure recurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they informed that the engine manifold would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. Also, on a separate occasion the front lower control arm fractured and collapsed onto the front driver side wheel. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 137,000.

The contact owns a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. While driving 55 mph, the contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the intake manifold suddenly cracked. The vehicle was towed to the mechanic and they stated that the failure was normal for vehicles that exceeded 100,000 miles. The dealer replaced the manifold, but they believed this should have been recalled years ago. The current mileage is 108,387 and failure mileage was 107,950. Updated 05/27/08.

Intake manifold cracked and started leaking coolant due to manufacturing defect, causing lots of steam and the inability to see ,almost resulting an accident. Also, where the crack always occurred it allowed water to pour onto the electrical system, creating the potential for a fire. The intake manifold was replaced with one of a new design with an aluminum sleeve built in to the polymer composite intake manifold. A law suite settled on this matter.

I recently purchased a 1997 Lincoln Town Car in June 2006. A few weeks ago, I learned of the class action suit against Ford automobiles regarding faulty plastic intake manifolds used in several of their cars. I also learned that my car model and year fall under the class of cars that are mentioned in the suit, but the settlement period has since expired. When I purchased the car, I was not notified of the faulty intake manifolds nor did I have knowledge of a past lawsuit that was settled. My car still has the old intake manifold that is prone to cracking and there appears that there is nothing I can do about it except hope it doesn't crack. Even though it hasn't cracked yet, I am upset that I was not warned or notified about this. I also feel it is unfair to recall fleet versions of my vehicle but not civilian vehicles like mine. Is there anything I can do? is Ford going to recall vehicles with the plastic intake manifold anytime soon?.

Contact stated the vehicle stalled at low speeds and the engine light was on. He was told by an independent mechanic it was a manifold leak. The dealer has not been contacted. The manufacturer offered no free remedy. Due to the excessive expense no repairs have been made.

The consumer stated the plastic intake manifold cracked. The consumer had to replace the manifold at a cost $1600. 00. The owner was hoping that there may be a recall on the manifold. The car was fine before this. The car was running well and a metal intake manifold was put on. The dealer could not help because of the age of the car.

Dt: consumer states that three years ago the engine started smoking, with no warning. They had the vehicle to the dealership and were told the engine had blown. They had an extended warranty but the company that provided the warranty wouldn't cover it. The company did eventually fix the problem. On June 20, 2005 the vehicle started jerking and the consumer pulled over on I-10 at which point the vehicle died. The vehicle was towed to the dealership and they were told the engine needed to be replaced. Dealership said they heard a lot of noise in the engine and to break it down it would cost more than replacing it. The consumer stated the first problem was the manifold.

Car began to show steam under hood. Temperature indicator was maximum. After checking under the hood,the anti-freeze over-flow was empty. I filled with water and continued home. I called my mechanic and he sent a wrecker to tow the car. After inspection, he notified that the intake manifold had split. He indicated there might be a recall on the manifold as the replacement was metal instead of plastic. I called the dealer and he said no recall.

During start-up yesterday morning, the engine made a loud knocking sound and there was steam coming out of the passenger side tail pipe. Suspecting a blown head gasket, I removed the plugs on the right bank and found the spark plug in the #1 cylinder wet with coolant. I suspect that there was a leak that filled the cylinder with coolant and created a hydraulic lock that bent a connecting rod, thereby causing the knocking sound. On investigating this situation this morning, I found that Ford has issued three recalls (97m91, 99m01 & 01m02) regarding this situation but only covers vehicles in fleet applications. I would like to know before I tear the engine down whether this should be covered by Ford warranty. I have contacted their customer service line and they say that they will not cover it but I cannot get them one of their supervisors to return my calls.

While driving 55-60 mph vehicle lost coolant. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed consumer that the intake manfold cracked, causing loss of coolant.

Coolant leakage, then plastic intake manifold broke, causing engine to overheat. Had manifold replaced by repair shop who notified me that Ford recalled the manifolds for gov. And corporate vehicles, but not consumer vehicles, and release a service bulletin advising of problem to dealers and to replace with new aluminum manifold that won't crack, a $1,100 repair! if Ford admits the defect, why are they allowed to get away with fixing only the cars of the government and corporations. What about the consumer's rights? I am thinking of filing a class action lawsuit to get our rights back.

Coolant leakage, then plastic intake manifold broke, causing engine to stall. Had manifold replaced by repair shop who notified me that Ford recalled the manifolds for gov. And corporate vehicles, but not consumer vehicles, and release a service bulletin advising of problem to dealers and to replace with new aluminum manifold that won't crack, a $700 repair! if Ford admits the defect, why are they allowed to get away with fixing only the cars of the government and corporations. What about the consumer's rights?.

While on I-84 in waterbury,CT large amounts of smoke were emitting from rear of vehicle. Stopped and raised hood to find anti-freeze covering engine. Had my 1997 Lincoln Town Car towed to Ford/Lincoln/Mercury repair shop. I was informed that the plastic intake manifold had cracked and that this is a common occurance. Private passenger vehicles are not covered under the recall, however commercial vehicles are covered. Other Ford mo CO vehicles are also having same problem. Called customer assistance and was told that my vehicle is not covered and to proceed with the $1100 repair and save this bill in the event of a future recall which will entitle a refund. ($750 parts,labor $350 plus taxes). Car is currently in repair shop.

Engine began to run very rough took vehicle to dealer dealer replaced intake manifold and spark plug wires.

The radiator leaked. Dealer stated that manifold was cracked because it was modified with metal instead of plastic manufacturer stated there was nothing they could do.

The contact owns a 1997 Lincoln Town Car. While driving 10 mph, the vehicle stalled when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The power brakes and steering lost power and the check engine warning indicator light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The dealer stated that the intake manifold had a leak. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 80,000 and current mileage was 130,000.

Problems with intake manifold on 1997 Lincoln towncars.

1997 Lincoln Town Car - intake manifold cracked open loosing coolant and over heated.

I had been driving some 20 miles @ 50mph on a rural highway when the overheat warning sounded. Stopping and raising the hood revealed that coolant was spraying from the front of the engine. I had the vehicle towed to the place of a certified technician who advised me that the intake manifold was cracked and that it was a common occurence on my type vehicle and that Ford motor company would cover the repairs. The local Ford dealer denied the coverage and a call to Ford customer service confirmed their decision. I learned from other sources that they would warrant this repair on vehicles in police or taxi service but no others. This is a clear admission that the produce is defective and blatant discrimination against a vast group of owners. I was able to purchase genuine parts and get the repairs made at one half the cost quoted by my local Ford agency. I am aware that thousands of customers have expirenced the same treatment as I have. It would be very possible for this failure to be responsible for accidents and personal injury.

Driving from a surface street onto a major arterial, a 1997 Lincoln towncar original plastic intake manifold cracked, spewing coolant and engine oil from motor, when the vehicle accelerated to and attained 55 mph. Motor requires replacement. If Ford has a better idea, I sure wish they'd share it with their customers. I feel lucky to have steered from the major arterial upon which I was driving, without any additional negative consequence to myself or another person or vehicle. It is not a fun experience to have your engine blow at 55 miles an hour! fomoco should have a major recall to repair this item before more persons and property are imperiled.

Driving car car over heating due to a cracked intake manifold ( made of plastic ?) in shop now for repairs approxmate cost $ 1000. 00 or more plus $200. 00 towing.

The plastic intake manifold cracked and leaked coolant fluid all over the engine. As a result the vehicle stalled while driving. The consumer request reimbursement fro the expenses he incurred as a result of the cracked intake manifold.

While surfing the web my husband came across an article about Ford intake manifolds we have a 1997 Lincoln Town Car that this cracked on in 2004 which resulted in replacing the engine. When I called Ford this had already been settled as it was not a recall but class action suit & not done in a dealer shop sorry about my luck.

Vehicle would stalled intermittently without warning while driving. Vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that the intake manifold was cracked and caused coolant to leak and flood the alternator.

While driving 25 mph the driver noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to a body shop. The mechanic informed the driver that the intake manifold needed to be replaced due to a blow out.

While on a trip from florida to illinois in mid may 2004, in a rural area about 50 miles west of chattanooga,TN, the over temp. Warning sounded. I investigated and found the whole engine compartment was covered with coolant. By allowing the engine to cool and adding water several times, I was able to "limp" to a repair shop. They found the intake manifold crossover had failed and the part was not available and would have to be ordered from out of state. This was Friday afternoon and the expensive Lincoln Town Car could not be repaired until the following Monday (if the part arrived by then) Monday evening we were on our way again - back to florida. We had missed our commitments in illinois due to the delay and had to cancel our trip. As a couple in their late 70's, I feel we were exposed to a potentially dangerous situation and unnecessary expense because of a known defect and poor design on the part of the Ford motor CO.

While driving at 65 mph vehicle overheated. Vehicle was taken to an independent shop, and mechanic determined that intake manifold cracked. And coolant spilled inside the engine. The manufacturer was contacted but refused to provide and financial assistance (intake manifold #1l2z9439aa).

While driving consumer noticed black smoke coming from the engine. Consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that intake manifold failed, and replaced intake manifold,.

Plastic intake manifold cracked, causing the water to run out. Consumer had it repaired. The plastic piece was replaced with a metal piece. He searched on the internet, but there were no recalls.

While approaching an intersection temperature gauge registered hot on the dashboard panel, and steam was coming from underneath the hood. Driver was able pull over, and filled the vehicle up with water. Then, drove it to a gas station for repair. The mechanic replaced the intake manifold valve.